Tyres, Brakes and Suspension » Rear shock removal guide?

So I’ve decided to replace my shock (as per the previous thread, thanks for all the help), so now I could use to remove it so I can take it down to Ted Porter’s.

I’m only adequate mechanically. Bought the Haynes Service Manual and it’s rather cryptic on how to remove the damn thing, and can’t find anyYouTube videos for any liquid cooled Beemers except of course the GS.

Anybody have a lead on a good tutorial on how to get the shock out, but more importantly, how to get it back on the bike after I get the shock back?

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I don't have a tutorial, but it shouldn't be hard. I assume the removal of the rear shock will lighten the aft end of the bike will be stable on the centerstand. If not, a ratchet strap or two to the ceiling of your garage should provide enough tension. Remember to block the front wheel and lock(bind) the centerstand to the front wheel with a ratchet strap.

Once in a stable position, the rear wheel should be off the ground and the rear shock fully extended. Place the necessary height of shim material (wood scraps) under the rear wheel to minimize any load on the shock mounting bolts. Now, unscrew the mounting bolts and adjust the height of the rear wheel shims to proved enough clearance for the shock mounts to clear the frame.

I wonder if it would be any easier/quicker to have Ted Porter rebuild a used shock? Werbung: https://www.ebay.com/itm/265102107292?_t...7Cclp%3A2047675

Thanks for the encouragement, but I looked and it’s beyond my capacity. And I’m preferring an upgrade, I love my RS and plan on keeping it.

I know this is an old post but there is an excellent YouTube video on replacing the rear shock on a 2016 R1200RS, by Baking Biker.
Forum rules prevent me from posting a link to the video, but if you search YouTube for Baking Biker and "BMW R1200RS Rear Shock Upgrade" I'm sure you'll find it.

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It’s a 2 bolt fixing isn’t it.

As above, chock the wheel and remove the 2 bolts. They’re big. They’ll be tight.

Eat your porridge and use a long arm wrench.

Job done.









Not that I’ve removed mine. I got a nice suspension man to give me new shocks.

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