TEC gas shocks for Bonneville

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  1. Dave Tucker

    Dave Tucker New Member

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    #1 Dave Tucker, Aug 4, 2015
    Has anybody had experience of fitting TEC rear gas shocks to their Bonneville? I was wondering what air pressure to run in the chambers, as the range covers 5 to 60 lbs. per sq. in. Is this for controlling compression or rebound? I weigh 11 stone, and won't be carrying a pillion. Thanks!
     
  2. crispey

    crispey crispey creme de la creme

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    #2 crispey, Aug 4, 2015
    Oh my God!!! Now you've started it!! Stand by for the BIGLAD!!! He might be able to help you out.
     
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  3. thebiglad

    thebiglad Old fart, still riding !

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    #3 thebiglad, Aug 4, 2015
    "Guten ahbent, Good evening, bonsoir, bienvenue and welcome to the TEC appreciation society"

    @ Dave Tucker -TEC gas rear shocks are a significant improvement over the std. shocks in terms of ride quality. The gas container should not be touched as it is set by the factory to the correct pressure - 11 psi according to the instructions.

    If you go for the £129 version you get adjustable damping - 16 clicks if I remember correctly.

    I have the gas reservoir ones at £89 and find them very adequate - when I ordered mine I got them with 2 sets of springs so I could adjust them for my more than adequate corpulence :oops::rolleyes:.

    I don't think you can beat them for the money.
     
  4. Recycled Rocker

    Recycled Rocker Senior Member

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    #4 Recycled Rocker, Aug 5, 2015
    Yo Dave, got 'em on my 2009 Bonnie SE, ok but locknut has tendency to come loose so keep an eye on them 18mm ring spanner with a piece cut out will slide around rod and tighten. Talk to George at TEC, good man. I had one fail just out of warranty, no problem sorted and returned free of charge by return post.
     
  5. Dave Tucker

    Dave Tucker New Member

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    #5 Dave Tucker, Aug 5, 2015
     
  6. Dave Tucker

    Dave Tucker New Member

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    #6 Dave Tucker, Aug 5, 2015
    Many thanks for the prompt reply - I've purchased the £129 version, incidentally. I checked the chamber pressure with a digital gauge and it was 37 psi! I'm setting up the spring sag, etc. with the aid of a mate, so I'll reduce the pressure to 11 psi, and adjust the pre-load accordingly.
     
  7. Dave Tucker

    Dave Tucker New Member

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    #7 Dave Tucker, Aug 5, 2015
     
  8. Dave Tucker

    Dave Tucker New Member

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    #8 Dave Tucker, Aug 5, 2015
    OK, thanks, mate. Your remarks have been duly noted. George and I have spoken on the phone a few times and he's a bonny lad!
     
  9. Tigcraft

    Tigcraft Unheard of Member

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    #9 Tigcraft, Aug 6, 2015
    Hi dt and welcome. Make sure those lock nuts are tight as mine collapsed on the roadside and I ended up riding back home on one spring!!
    There is another post of mine some where you can look at. Eric
     
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    Tigcraft Unheard of Member

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    #10 Tigcraft, Aug 6, 2015
    DT Search this post-
    Ever had a broken shocker like this?
     
  11. Dave Tucker

    Dave Tucker New Member

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    #11 Dave Tucker, Aug 6, 2015
     
  12. Dave Tucker

    Dave Tucker New Member

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    #12 Dave Tucker, Aug 6, 2015
    OK, thanks Eric. I'll ensure they're tight! It's always best to check everything after a few miles following installation, anyway. Take care.
     
  13. crispey

    crispey crispey creme de la creme

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    #13 crispey, Aug 6, 2015
    I'm looking at hagon 2810's if I do an upgrade, they're about 200 quid, but the reviews seem to be good
     
  14. Tigcraft

    Tigcraft Unheard of Member

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    #14 Tigcraft, Aug 6, 2015
    Time I got some quality ones too!!!!!
     
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