Kawasaki KLR 650 Rear Shock Spring Install Tutorial

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  • čas přidán 25. 08. 2024
  • In this video, I show you how to replace your Kawasaki KLR rear shock spring. The spring I chose to use is a Top Gun rear shock spring for Kawasaki KLR 650 for years 1987-2018. Changing this rear shock spring is one of the first upgrades you should do your KLR as it's very soft and was not designed to carry extra weight or luggage. Changing only the spring instead of the entire rear shock is the most economical way to go.
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Komentáře • 35

  • @justanotherviewer52
    @justanotherviewer52 Před 3 lety +2

    Thanks Ryan. Almost makes me nostalgic for my '73 Kawasaki, 3 cylinder, 2 stroke.

  • @mattcouchman6976
    @mattcouchman6976 Před 2 lety +1

    Worked for my 2022 KLR 650. Step by step without skipping any steps! Made my installation a breeze.

    • @juanmanuelsuarez2935
      @juanmanuelsuarez2935 Před 5 měsíci

      Hello, I have a question, I have seen in some places that it says that the top gun no longer works for generation 3, could you tell me how it has worked for you, I want to make the change in mine. thank you

  • @wickedvivid75
    @wickedvivid75 Před 5 měsíci

    I have a 2022 KLR 650 and a new spring - this video will be very helpful, and I can’t wait to get my new spring in. Thank you!

  • @techydog7854
    @techydog7854 Před 3 lety +3

    4:30 Kawasaki explicitly states do not go backwards (higher to lower) when adjusting the pretension. On the flip side the pop going from hi to low would probably send the spring compressors flying and the spring going into low orbit.

  • @hoss6048
    @hoss6048 Před 3 lety

    I just changed out the shocks on my 2012 R1200GS Adv. the springs preloaded for my riding weight and it is night and day difference in ride quality. Appreciate your vids!

  • @writehandman2833
    @writehandman2833 Před 2 lety

    Great vid. Just did mine. Your advice made the job much easier.

    • @RyanUrlacher
      @RyanUrlacher  Před 2 lety

      Glad it helped!
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  • @Foreignexchanger
    @Foreignexchanger Před rokem

    Excellent, thank you, ordering my springs in confidence now

  • @twmclean1
    @twmclean1 Před 3 lety +1

    Straight forward, good to watch video Ryan. Well Done!! What is your opinion on the re-release of the KLR 650 this year?

    • @shugyoforyou211
      @shugyoforyou211 Před 2 lety +1

      Stock forks on the gen3 feel like two soggy burritos 🌯🌯😮

  • @MikePailliotet
    @MikePailliotet Před rokem

    killer job on the video ++++++

  • @BrewCityRider
    @BrewCityRider Před 3 lety

    Good job. I think that's the first time I've seen you use a torque wrench haha!

  • @micc4044
    @micc4044 Před 3 lety +1

    Cool

  • @butchh11
    @butchh11 Před 3 lety

    Thank you for posting. Any chance of a KLR trip video?

    • @RyanUrlacher
      @RyanUrlacher  Před 3 lety +1

      Yah buddy. We've filmed a few ride days. Just haven't made it to edit yet. Here's one ==> czcams.com/video/jKhJpap8jPE/video.html

  • @nadherajm7622
    @nadherajm7622 Před 3 lety

    Very nice good

  • @timpope9384
    @timpope9384 Před 3 lety

    Do you happen to know if Harley offers a particular spanner wrench for the Harley police seat coil spring?

  • @johnwilliams242
    @johnwilliams242 Před 3 lety

    Do you have any experience/knowledge of the TAB Zombie Bam Sticks? just curious I know your busy and its a little off topic was just considering them over my current screaming eagles

  • @montroelectric9840
    @montroelectric9840 Před 3 lety

    If i service my klr shock every 2k can i just add air to the shocks

  • @Gamer-ade
    @Gamer-ade Před rokem +1

    How do I know what spring to get for a 300 lb rider?

    • @ThreeTwoVictor
      @ThreeTwoVictor Před 4 měsíci

      I'm on this subject as well. If you go to his website, he has four options and a chart that shows which spring you should get for the given load. You could go White (251-300lbs), Yellow 301-350lbs) or Black (251-400lbs).

    • @scottberry5266
      @scottberry5266 Před 4 měsíci +1

      @@ThreeTwoVictor : I weigh 330 and put a yellow 8 kg spring on it. Also put heavy oil in it. Didn’t have any shock oil so I put 10 wt hydraulic oil in it. Haven’t ridden it yet, can’t be any worse than it was.

    • @ThreeTwoVictor
      @ThreeTwoVictor Před 4 měsíci

      @@scottberry5266 I just installed the black the other day and it's like I'm riding a completely different bike. The handling is so much better. Now to save up for progressive front springs!

    • @scottberry5266
      @scottberry5266 Před 4 měsíci

      @@ThreeTwoVictor : I put the Larry roseler progressive in the front. Not sure what the rate is but they were higher price than the regular progressive springs that were offered. Also put 5w40 rotella t6 in. Not sure if that was good or bad.

  • @johnk9290
    @johnk9290 Před rokem

    Thanks, How does it r ok de with the new spring?

    • @RyanUrlacher
      @RyanUrlacher  Před rokem

      Much better!
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  • @realcolbyadams
    @realcolbyadams Před 2 lety

    I weigh 270 I'm 6'1" and I ride 50/50 dirt/pavement which color should I go with ?

    • @RyanUrlacher
      @RyanUrlacher  Před 2 lety

      I would follow the guidance provided by Top Gun.
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  • @achikuda
    @achikuda Před rokem

    that tool has scratched up the paint from that beautiful yellow spring 😢 you may not care though but I would be really frustrated 😅

  • @nadherajm7622
    @nadherajm7622 Před 3 lety

    Harley Davidson king use motorcycle