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by cleblabe
September 4th, 2015, 7:53 am
Forum: Suspension Tech
Topic: 1985 CR500 Shock Rebound assembly question
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1985 CR500 Shock Rebound assembly question

After grinding the nut off which holds the valve on the shock shaft all of the rebound components fell out. I have a brass looking needle with an oring, a spring and two other parts which look to be spacers. Can anyone tell me how to reassemble these into the shock shaft. It has been months since I ...
by cleblabe
April 15th, 2015, 9:52 am
Forum: Suspension Tech
Topic: 1985-87 CR500 rear suspension
Replies: 0
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1985-87 CR500 rear suspension

I just wanted to share a little information. I have recently rebuilt the rear suspension of my 85 CR500. Check the swingarm and link bearings. Mine appeared to be ok until closer inspection. While I was in there I figured I would rebuild my shock too. I learned you should replace your link bearings ...
by cleblabe
April 15th, 2015, 9:20 am
Forum: Introduce Yourself
Topic: New to forum from Louisiana
Replies: 1
Views: 4382

New to forum from Louisiana

I ride a 1985 CR500 with 1986 CR250 forks with all of the Racetech valving and springs. The rear shock has the gold valve kit with stock spring. The engine is stock bore with mild porting and decompression valve installed. I run a 41.5mm PWK carburetor. Pro Circuit works pipe and custom turbine core...