Monoshock on Pro-link

[Mike Nixon]

The stock shock WAS rebuildable - Honda discontinued the seal. I haven't checked David Silver or other overseas sources, but it's only a matter of time. I think a couple of folks are trying to source aftermarket seals.

Dave

Honda's seals ran out last year. David Silver does not have. CMSNL has the part listed, but has not yet responded to inquiries re availability. Aftermarket seals are available but require modification of the shock bearing to fit as they are thicker, but also they may not be as durable as they are mostly torsional seals.

[daves79x]

Mike:
Thanks for the update!

Dave

[Mike Nixon]

Dave -- You're welcome! If I get the NL ones, my rate for doing this job will have to go up. Their seals are $30 USD each!

[cbxtacy]

and I guess a visit is in order. I removed my leaky rear shock off my 82.

[Highmileage]

I guess I was misunderstood in that last post. Not the first time.

The shock on my '82 is not leaking or anything, but stock Honda shocks, like most everything else, have come a long ways since '82.

I guess no one here has done any experimenting with what other newer shocks, ones that might possibly be found at a reasonable price, might work well on the Pro-Link CBX...

[cbxtacy]

Newer shocks at a reasonable price would be the Progressive Suspension shock. If you feel the need to adjust the pre-load on the spring, it takes a spanner wrench and it is extremely difficult to get to. Older Works Performance-ditto. I've seen some new shocks with a remote preload adjuster that makes it a snap. They're usually $800 and up.