Topic: Lowering struts

[deathtrapgarage]

I have a 1975 cb550 and would like to lower the rear about 2 inches and stiffen it up alittle, i was wondering what struts some of you guys run and where to get some thanks alot.

[chopstar500]

I'm running struts on my bike (http://forums.sohc4.net/index.php?topic=31859.0) - I fabbed them myself though - I'm that nobody is manufacturing struts for SOHC4s.

[Gordon]

Struts are going to stiffen the rear end up a lot more than "a little".  Are you looking for lowering blocks?  If so, do a search for lowering blocks.  There have been quite a few threads on these.

[deathtrapgarage]

okay maybe i wrote the wrong thing i mean lowering shocks, i do not want solid strutted rear end, is there anything better than the lowering blocks, just shorter stiffer shocks?

[Gordon]

Yes, shorter shocks are generally considered preferable to lowering blocks since you keep the same mounting points and shock angle. 

[Sweep]

I have two ebay sets and one is better than the other but they are still not as good as a shorter set of shocks.  I'm getting a set of those when I get the time.

If you do go with the blocks make sure there is some provision for preventing the blocks from lifting in negative g's such as a long bump in the road at high speed.

[hymodyne]

I wanted to lower my rear end so I bought a set of lowering shocks on ebay(aggressor?)  for about $50.00.
I replaced their coils with the stiffer stock springs from my old shocks and  have been very ride happy.

hym

[Spikeybike]

i have the forza''s on my 550 and i think the ride is great , got um on ebay for just over $50