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Rear Shock lengths

Discussion in 'XJ Technical Chat' started by MrSeca, Aug 2, 2020.

  1. MrSeca

    MrSeca Active Member

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    What are the factory length rear shock sizes for the Seca 550, Seca 650, and Seca 900?

    I think the previous owner may have put shocks on my 900 that are too long. Whenever I put it on the center stand my rear tire still touches the ground. So, I actually happen to have some spare shocks from my other two bikes and I thought I'd interchange them with the 900 shocks that are currently on there and see if that migh improve anything. But I don't understand lengths, weight limits, sizes ect. Could anybody help me out?
     
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    Simmy Well-Known Member

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    From memory I believe the 650 Seca shocks are 13", the 900 Seca is 12.5"
    I have no experience with the 550.
     
  3. Andrew Nichols

    Andrew Nichols Active Member

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    900 Secas appear to be 325mm (12.8") eye to eye.

    Do I need to replace my 900 Seca rear shocks with the attached reservoir like the originals or should I just get adjustable/progressive ones similar to the ones on my 750 Seca?
     
  4. hogfiddles

    hogfiddles XJ-Wizard, Host-Central NY Carb Clinic Moderator Premium Member

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    You can replace them with whatever you like, as long as they are close to the correct length, and have the strength that you want
     
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    They'll have to be able to hold my 270 lb bulk. I used the Showas from a Maxim on my other 900 because I liked the look of the solid chrome.
     

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