Showa shock rebuild info

[Ben710]

Does anyone have detailed information on a Ducati 916 Showa shock rebuild?

I want to do it with my shock, but I don´t know how much fluid, what type of fluid and how much gas pressure I need.

Also, does anyone know the spring rate of a stock biposto rear shock spring?

[duckracer]

Call Jason at Department of suspension. He will rebuild it for a good price. But if you still wan to do it yourself he may be able to answer your questions.

[Ben710]

Originally Posted by duckracer

Call Jason at Department of suspension. He will rebuild it for a good price. But if you still wan to do it yourself he may be able to answer your questions.

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Thanks for your reply though!

[BC999S]

Not a direct answer to your questin but Racetech Suspension sells high quality re-valve kits which come with comprehensive instructions.

I've done two Showa shocks for the street and they're excellent. $170USD

For what its worth, I'm running 200 psi in these shocks.

Race Tech Inc.

Click on "sportbikes" then search under "street product search".


Hope this helps.

[sideways]

The Honda shop should have some good showa shock oil. I think two little bottles will do, depends on how much of a mess you make. I think it is 2.5W?? SS25?? I use anywhere from 150 to 200psi or whatever the the nut on the bike says feels good.
just my

I saw a 1999 ST4 come in this winter with 50psi.