R1200RT 05-09 favour ESA question

[mpgscott]

Hi,

Just had my shocks redone and on refitting the front I have put it back in the same way with the ESA cable facing forward towards front wheel.

I thought since the water can penetrate this electrical connection then it would make sense to swap it around 180 deg so that the connector faces the engine and give a bit more protection.

Can anyone with a bike with ESA possibly take a look and advice which orientation there front shock connector is facing?

Am I missing something does it need to face forward would the engine heat cause problems? For me there appears to be plenty room for it without any fowling.

Thanks
Mark

 

[UturnTony]

On mine, (2011 TC) cable faces front and has done for 72k miles.

 

[mpgscott]

On mine, (2011 TC) cable faces front and has done for 72k miles.

Cheers Tony..

 

[matgriff]

I currently have my 2005 R1200RT front shock off for rebuilding. I'll be fitting it back on this weekend. I can also confirm that the cable outlet grommet faces the front of the bike.


Mat