04 1150rt rear shock replacement

[flibich79]

Need instructions for replacing my rear shock. I know I have to take off the rear wheel and the adjustable seat mount. Do I also need to remove any of the body parts. Does the bottom anchor pin have loctite on it? Thanks in advance.

 

[omega man]

Welcome to the forum!
I can't help you on your question but there is a good group of guys that can....hang on for a bit!
Gary

 

[20774]

Welcome to the forum! Ready to tackle your first job, huh? I found a couple of posts that provide some thoughts...hopefully this will help:

http://forums.bmwmoa.org/showthread.php?53151-Installing-shocks-on-a-R1100RS

One of the links in that thread is dead, but maybe you can read this detailed PDF of the process:

http://advwisdom.hogranch.com/Wisdom/GSOIAv1.2.pdf

Good luck!!

 

[m_stock10506]

It shouldn't have loctite on it. Will be much easier is you remove at least one fairing side, and you have to release the pre-load adjuster. One trick I used for installation - put a loop of string through the upper eye of the strut and use the string to pull the strut up into position - makes the install much easier.

 

[flibich79]

Thanks much for the info. Checked the directions that came with the shock. With any luck I should only have to remove the right rear side panel. Feeling optomistic about my chances. Now just have to find the time. Thanks everyone.