F650 Rear Axle Suspension FAQs Index

Q: How do I go about installing an aftermarket shock absorber?
A: See the report below on Installing an Ohlins shock.
Q: How can I protect my new expensive Ohlins Shock Absorber? Are Huggers available?
A: See the Rear Shock Protectors section.
Q: Got any Tips about tuning the Front and Rear Suspension, Sources for Aftermarket Shock Absorbers and Inverted Forks?
A: Sure. Have a look at the Aftermarket Shocks FAQ and the Aftermarket Forks FAQ.
Q: Got any Tips on Removing & Reinstalling the Rear Wheel?
A: Sure. Have a look at the Rear Wheel Removal FAQ.
Q: Got any Tips on Replacing the Shock?
A: Sure. Have a look at the Shocks Maint FAQ.
Q: What about maintenance of the suspension linkage?
A: See the Shocks Maintenance FAQ
Q: Do you have any instructions on disassembly of a shock?
A: Check in the Shock Disassembly section.
Q: What aftermarket shocks are available for my bike?
A: Check in the Aftermarket Shocks FAQ
For a whole range of other questions covering bent suspension bolts, play in the rear linkage, and preload adjuster problems, see the Shocks Maintenance FAQ