How do I know if my GSA has GS shocks fitted?

[DavidJames]

When I first rode my new bike, I did think that it was lower than my old 1200GSA, but didn't think to much of it, but after a few rides I have really noticed how hard it is to get it on the centre stand. I know there is a difference of 20mm between the standard and adventure shocks, but will measuring the rear shock whilst on the bike be an accurate measurment? Can anyone tell me what the measurement should be?

 

[elevensies]

just a quick look may be able to tell, if the springs are white, then GSA if dark blue GS.
This is only a rough quick guide, you really need measurements i know.

 

[Number 6]

How do I know if my GSA has GS shocks fitted?

Ask the previous owner?

 

[DavidJames]

just a quick look may be able to tell, if the springs are white, then GSA if dark blue GS.
This is only a rough quick guide, you really need measurements i know.

I hope it is that simple, becuase they are white/gray coloured

Ask the previous owner?

The previous owner was not the original owner and did not mention anything.

I have found measurements for Ohlin shocks but getting access to the top of the shock does not look easy so will have to wait for the weekend.

 

[Mr K]

My GS shocks have yellow springs


Hope this helps....

 

[DavidJames]

My GS shocks have yellow springs


Hope this helps....

That's becuase you have one of them new fangled machines

 

[Mr K]

That's becuase you have one of them new fangled machines

Oops! Wrong forum......

 

[Beetle2112]

Finally came to the dark side did you DJ?

 

[DavidJames]

Finally came to the dark side did you DJ?

Yep The lure became too strong after straddling your mighty beast at Hogroast

See here: http://www.ukgser.com/forums/showthread.php?t=200673

Got any spares guv?http://www.ukgser.com/forums/showthread.php?t=200526

 

[elevensies]

measuring is fairly simple, just remove seat and in front of the air filter housing is the top bolt, and you can see the bottom bolt.

white/grey spring may suggest gsa

 

[Johnwhit]

mine isnt a gsa and its got white/grey spring's so I dont think the colour is a deciding factor...........unless mine has gsa springs .
you got me wondering about mine now waaaaaaaaaaa!!!!!!
John

 

[GSA1150]

Mines a gsa with white/grey springs...whatever that means