New r1 shock on older r1

Damon · World Chat Champion Joined: 24 Aug 2007 Karma :

Hi all,

I need to sort out the rear shock on my race bike. I have seen rebuild services for £100, but I have also seen a 2008 brand new rear r1 shock for the same price. Does anyone know if the newer shock will fit my 2001 R1 without any major modification?

Thanks all, Karma given as always Karma

Bikeless · World Chat Champion Joined: 27 Jun 2008 Karma :

Not sure but if no-one gives a definitive answer,try phoning Andy White at KAIS suspension,he should know.

woodyfjr · Scooby Slapper Joined: 25 Jan 2006 Karma :

I would have thought the damping, spring and length would be totally different so I wouldn't bother.

Also try and get a good after market shock as they are far superior.

Try these people: https://www.dpsracing.co.uk/shock_servicing.php very good at rebuilding standard shocks to higher spec.
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Damon · World Chat Champion Joined: 24 Aug 2007 Karma :

Thanks lads!

craigT19 · Jolly Green Giant Joined: 09 Feb 2002 Karma :

Pretty sure the 08 shock will be too long, the newer r1 had a much longer swing arm than it's earlier versions and because the swing arms on the newer ones was basically upside down the shock attached lower in the chassis.

I expect it can be done, just with some work.
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Noxious89123 · World Chat Champion Joined: 10 Jun 2007 Karma :

You'd probably be better off getting your current shock played with by someone like K-Tech, rather than swapping it for a different "bog standard" shock.
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chris-red · Have you considered a TDM? Joined: 21 Sep 2005 Karma :

Go to a bike meet/dealer find an 08 r1 and measure the shock.
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