Top Shock Mount

[ChrisW]

Hi,

Is the threaded top shock mount on a 79 GS750E a stud that can be removed from the frame?

I've got one that is really chewed up. I haven't tried to unscrew it yet.

I was looking at the parts fiche at Bike Bandit, and they don't show that stud as a separate part.

I'm worried that I'll need to have something welded to the frame.

Thanks.

[koolaid_kid]

Please let us know what bike you are referring, please.
Quick answer, it is usually welded. Best option is to cut it off, drill and tap it in that case.
I saw the 750 in your intro, is that the bike? Best thing to do is put it in your signature (User CP, upper left menu item).

[ChrisW]

I edited the original post, and added the bike to my sig.

That's would be a drag if it needs to be cut off.

[duaneage]

It's not tough really. Cut it off, grind it flush, drill a hole and bring a bolt through from the back. Run a bead of weld on the backside and it's done.

[sedelen]

I had a busted post, and it was busted clean off where the nut tightens down on the shock.
That post is part of the frame, anyway I took the bike to a fabricator who welded and extension to it, so far so good. He charged me $10.