jaybird Posted January 21, 2010 Report Share Posted January 21, 2010 Hello all, I would like to rebuild (service) the shock on my 2003 315R. I have been unable to find any specifications or parts to do this service. Apex does not show seals available and the book does not give any specifics. Does Montesa expect you to replace the entire shock when it's time for a service? Any advice on where to get seals, bushings etc would be appreciated. I have already replaced the stock spring with a heavier one and added the 'lift kit' to the rear of the bike. The shock currently has 142# of nitrogen, which is what was recommended to me from another site. I have no idea what the shock had from the factory. Thanks in advance, Jay in Texas, USA Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chewy Posted January 21, 2010 Report Share Posted January 21, 2010 Cant help you but......I imagine Montesa wouldn't expect you to know what a shock absorber is....probably someone not easily frightened! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fastducs Posted January 27, 2010 Report Share Posted January 27, 2010 Montesa doesn't expect you to rebuild the shock, but the shock can be rebuilt. It is a gas-emulsion Showa shock. My rebound adjuster seized and broke, so I had the shock rebuilt by Peter Kates of GMD Computrack Boston. He even machined a small batch of replacement rebound adjusters, in case you need one. You can send him your shock for service, or if you insist on doing it yourself maybe he will sell you the seals, etc. Contact info: http://computra.startlogic.com/Contact%20Info.htm Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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