ive been thinking about sorting out my suspension .
I have been in communication with a nice chap from realm engineering : -
"Following telecom, please find attached a picture showing the VTR1000 replacement shock unit that we produce, it has the benefit of 13 position dampening adjustment as well as an adjustable spring platform, these adjustments enable you to adjust the unit to your style of riding and allow you to alter them if you carry a pillion passenger, the unit carries a 2 year warranty and is fully rebuild able.
To enable us to supply the unit with the correct internal valving and spring rate can you confirm the following information for the majority of use;
Is riding normally solo or with pillion passenger and weights in both cases?
Is luggage carried and approx weight?
Is riding style touring or sporty?
Current price for the unit is £225.00 plus vat (£270.00) to include the spring supplied based on the information above, we will deliver FOC and availability is 5/7 days from confirmation of the order.
I have got a photo on the e mail he sent me , but I cant get it to jump onto here
it is a nice looking bit of kit with a metallic body and a black spring.
I would be interested to hear any opinions / knowledge people may have. (about the shock )
I think he has been doing replacement shocks for the older beemers and vintage jags? the bmw folk speak highly of his work
new shock on the block.
new shock on the block.
3 out of 4 people make up 75% of the worlds population.
- Metalmad18
- Posts: 75
- Joined: Tue May 28, 2013 10:53 pm
Re: new shock on the block.
black spring would look sexy on my black Storm. better than my purple maxton one anyhow.
Honda VTR 1000F 1997 Black
Arrow Exhausts
Maxton Rear Suspension
Renthal Grips
R&G Bar Ends and protectors
ASV levers
Blackbird Stand
Wanted
Manual CCT's (bought but need to be fitted)
Mosfet Reg/Rec
Arrow Exhausts
Maxton Rear Suspension
Renthal Grips
R&G Bar Ends and protectors
ASV levers
Blackbird Stand
Wanted
Manual CCT's (bought but need to be fitted)
Mosfet Reg/Rec
Re: new shock on the block.
They make stuff for loads of applications, classic cars, bikes etc.
I think they sell a shock for the K series BMW bikes (bricks) and I know they supply one for the Yamaha TR1 which is my other bike.
From what I've heard they perform very well, look very well engineered and not too expensive either..
I might end up getting one as I am where you are with suspension now although my local mechanic has just become a HyperPro dealer and they are offering some good deals on front and rear kits just now.
I think they sell a shock for the K series BMW bikes (bricks) and I know they supply one for the Yamaha TR1 which is my other bike.
From what I've heard they perform very well, look very well engineered and not too expensive either..
I might end up getting one as I am where you are with suspension now although my local mechanic has just become a HyperPro dealer and they are offering some good deals on front and rear kits just now.
Re: new shock on the block.
Posting pic for lumpyv
http://www.realmengineering.com/page15.html
http://www.realmengineering.com/page15.html
Our sister company – Café-Moto – will spearhead a range of Motorcycle products, starting with a series of Monoshocks...
• 45mm dia. CNC machined 6262 grade alloy body
• 16mm Plunger Rod
• External damping adjustment
• Fully adjustable spring platform
• CNC machined for looks and strength
• FULLY REBUILDABLE AND 3 Yrs / 30 K kms. guarantee
It may be that your whole purpose in life is simply to serve as a warning to others.
VTR Firestorm and other bikes t-shirts
VTR Firestorm and other bikes t-shirts
Re: new shock on the block.
now that's what I call service, cheers wicky
looks nice I think ?
looks nice I think ?
3 out of 4 people make up 75% of the worlds population.
-
- Posts: 61
- Joined: Fri Jun 27, 2014 10:28 am
- Location: maldon, essex
Re: new shock on the block.
I'd seriously consider one of those if I needed one, looks at good shock ar a good price too.
In the land of ham fisted, I am king
Re: new shock on the block.
How good does that look!!!!
Will seriously consider one of them when i get firestorm one on the road!!!
Will seriously consider one of them when i get firestorm one on the road!!!
- KermitLeFrog
- Posts: 1634
- Joined: Sat Apr 11, 2015 6:44 pm
- Location: Hexham
Re: new shock on the block.
Out of interest, what's the symtoms of a crappy shock? On a smooth level road mine corners on rails but add a few humps and hollows and it's weave city...
"I spent a lot of money on booze, birds and fast cars. The rest I squandered" (George Best, RIP)
-
- Posts: 846
- Joined: Tue Nov 26, 2013 9:09 pm
Re: new shock on the block.
try bouncing the back of mine when we get out.kermit.ive got a nitron on and rogered forks,
- Pete.L
- Forum Health And Safety Officer
- Posts: 7234
- Joined: Fri Sep 26, 2003 5:09 pm
- Location: Bristol
Re: new shock on the block.
Kermit
I think the best way to explain a better shock is it gives you a greater safety margin before it gets out of shape. My old Honda shock used to kick me off the seat when ever I hit a severe bump but after fitting a decent after market one my backside is still planted after hitting the same size bump.
Also the ride is a lot smoother and when I'm really going for it I can push it that much harder and still keep control.
It will still bite you if you over do it, it's just the over do it level has moved a bit further up the scale
Pete.l
Short non technical version
I think the best way to explain a better shock is it gives you a greater safety margin before it gets out of shape. My old Honda shock used to kick me off the seat when ever I hit a severe bump but after fitting a decent after market one my backside is still planted after hitting the same size bump.
Also the ride is a lot smoother and when I'm really going for it I can push it that much harder and still keep control.
It will still bite you if you over do it, it's just the over do it level has moved a bit further up the scale
Pete.l
Short non technical version
My new ride is a bit of a Howler and I love to make her Squeal