Fitting ESA to a non ESA bike...

[ducatiparts.110mb]

Anyone fitted ESA shocks to a non ESA bike?

I'm sure I've read that the rear preload is just a voltage on 2 pins, one polarity for more preload and the other way round for less preload. Does anyone know whether he damping uses the same philosophy?

Thanks

 

[AberdeenAngus]

There's about 4 or 5 different preload settings on the ESA shock.....and 3 damper settings.

 

[Big Red]

If you want quality suspension I'd fit Ohlins, they'll last longer, you can have them refurbished if you cover a lot of miles and sell them on when you've finished.

 

[ihandyman247]

I agree with the above !
I just had Ohlins ESA fitted to my TB and works a treat !
I do not even have to touch the ESA boton as it gets adjusted by himselfs during the speed !
A bit expensive but it worth if you can afford it

 

[ducatiparts.110mb]

There's about 4 or 5 different preload settings on the ESA shock.....and 3 damper settings.

True, but all that is happening is that the bike is picking five points from a continuously variable range of settings. I have heard that by connecting a voltage to the preload connector you can set the preload however you want, anywhere between max and min. The real question is whether you can do the same for the damping.

I'd fit Ohlins

I'm pleased that you're chuffed, but there are 2 points of view, and personally I'm not an Ohlins fan.

Anyway, back to the question, is it possible with some homebrewed wiring to work an ESA shock? The plan is to get a 1200GSA and fit GS shocks to lower it a bit. If I get a non ESA GSA one, and buy GS ESA shocks are they usable, or must I get an ESA GSA to start with?

Thanks, Mark

 

[skywalker]

Its not worth it. If you want ESA there's more to it then a home brew wiring kit. You'll need a new harness for a start , then a ZFE unit etc etc