Stock rear shock length for a 1974z1 900!

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Stock rear shock length for a 1974z1 900!

08 May 2009 13:51

I"m using a 10 over stock swingarm and need the eye to eye measurement lengths on the rear shocks for a 1974 z1 900. crucial to the placement of the mounting tabs to welded in place. If anyone can shed some light on my delima, I would appreciate it a great deal. Thanks.

1975 z1 900
1976 kz 900
1977kz 1000
1980kz 1000 ltd

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Re: Stock rear shock length for a 1974z1 900!

08 May 2009 13:54

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you can get shocks in many lengths im thinking around 13.5 is stock,ive got some off my 1327 that are like 10.25 someplace

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Re: Stock rear shock length for a 1974z1 900!

08 May 2009 14:02

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Thanks alot. Just wanted to be sure. Thanks again.

1975 z1 900
1976 kz 900
1977kz 1000
1980kz 1000 ltd

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Re: Stock rear shock length for a 1974z1 900!

08 May 2009 16:45

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My stock 73 is 13 inches

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