Rear shock orientation....

[DRWDGW]

Need input - Is this installed upside down? I'm a total novice when it comes to the bike. And does it really matter? If so then why?

 

[Carlts]

Lol looks upside down to me. Not too sure if it has any negative consequences though. Not like it has a remote reservoir or anything.

 

[Darkreign]

lol funny, i only laugh because i could see people doing that. if u were unsure dude u shoulda looked on the net for any bike that u can see the shock. definately upside down

 

[DRWDGW]

Cool thanks - even though it's a cheap *** china mini - I want to be sure it's right - like I said - I'm a novice and I'm not even going to try to BS that I know about these - never hurts to ask - just want it right - Thanks bro.

 

[DRWDGW]

I switched it (as if anyone cares!). I can't tell the difference. Should I? I assume this is the correct orientation for the rear shock now. At least I look like I know half ass what I'm doing!

 

[rumble]

the only difference would be the chrome leg oil seal is facing down.

Even if it had a resi it wouldnt make a difference in actual operation of the shock.

Front forks where air and oil mix is a different story.

 

[DRWDGW]

I guess now its just a matter of either upgrading shock or switching back to protect the seal?? Thanks

 

[tim_]

i have a question off thread topic buttttttt...... whats the hose goin into your pod????

 

[timeeh]

^ Breather for the engine at a guess....

 

[Darkreign]

what i find funnier than the shock upside down is the fact DRW looks like a balding adam sandler in that picture haha

 

[DRWDGW]

Nice - haha haven't heard that before. Thanks

 

[DRWDGW]

There ya go bikerboi - Not so sandler'ish now!

 

[Darkreign]

lol awesome stuff. totally the opposite now, more hair than ever! welcome to the site also