Aftermarket shock interchange?

Smokngun · #1 (**permalink**) 03-26-2009, 06:35 AM

I've got the possibility of a great deal on a Penske triple clicker but it is from an '07 1000RR. I know the spring needs to be changed, but will this shock (with top bushings & bottom 'end') fit an RC51? If all I have to buy is a spring it's a great deal. If I have to buy another $100 worth of parts, it's marginal.

Thanks all knowing 'zilla!

janjayand · #2 (**permalink**) 03-26-2009, 10:25 PM

I compared a 04-05 and an 06-07 1krr shock to the RC51 shock and both of the 1krr shocks were shorter from top bolt hole to bottom bolt hole!

eye-p · #3 (**permalink**) 03-26-2009, 10:27 PM

Penske are great shocks. since they are modular, you can always change the parts to put them on other bikes. I would contact Mike H @ Penske to ask how much it will cost to do this.

You can usually find a used shock which already fits for around $450-$500...

Smokngun · #4 (**permalink**) 03-27-2009, 01:27 AM

The owner of the shock got back to me and he talked to Penske. They said it's about $150 to change the bottom end to fit a RC51. The length is very adjustable on these and 'Modular' for the Penske's at least, is the right word. You use the same basic shock 'Body' and configure the ends, length, & spring for your bike. I'll keep looking.

Thanks everyone!