Rear Suspension For GS700E

[Anonymous]

Hello, I have owned a 1985 GS700E since 1996, its a great bike but i need to replace the rear suspension. Can anyone tell me were i could get a new or second hand shock for my bike, its a single shock by the by. Also i have rung a few breakers in the UK without any luck but i dont even know what exactly to ask for, does anyone know the spec of the shock for my bike? I live in Ireland and i was wondering is it possible to get a shock sent over from America? Any numbers, addresses? Any help appreciated, its been quite a while since i've had a good scratch!! 8O

[Anonymous]

I found the replacement for the rear shock on a 1985 GS700 at www.ronayers.com (Suzuki Part number 62100-31350) for $542.76 US.

[oldschoolGS]

Before spending that kind of cash for a stock replacement, I would look for a used shock at any salvage yard. I have had very good luck obtainig parts this way for my 83 GS750ED. As you might know parts(except for some engine) for a 700E are interchangable with the 83 GS750ED/ESD and the 85 GS700EF/ESF. Also some GS1150 parts work (I have an 85 GS1150E rear shock on my 83 750 as this unit is slightly taller and gives a little more ground clearance). Overseas the 83-86 GSX bikes are also similar. If you check around you can get a replacement at a fraction of original cost. Ride On.

[Anonymous]

Check ebay. I aquired a fox shock for my 83 750 es for $40!

[Clone]

Do a search, there have been a few mono-shock options posted in the last few months. One was have it rebuilt, another was a replacement from I think it was a late 80's non-adjustable. There was one other, but, hey, you have hands, do a search.

[Anonymous]

Gs700e Suspension

Thanks for the help and information, hopefully I will be able to get a replacement somewhere.

[Billy Ricks]

'86 and '87 GSX-R shocks used the same type eyes on the shock as the GS700. I'm not sure about the length of them though. You would have to go with a stiffer spring if you can't dial up enough preload since the Gixxers were super light. If you can find a GSX-R shock with ride heighth adjustment the length won't be a problem.