mr brigger

Hi Moleman Yes it does have an anodised blue adjuster at the top of the shock. I would like to buy a second hand one and have been looking on ebay but have not had any luck so far. I am leaning towards taking it to a local guy who deals with suspension, but he wants £100 to service it. Expensive when you consider what she cost me to buy!! I am using the old girl this weekend then I will strip out the shock and test it as you suggest. I would be grateful if you could point me in the right direction if you know of anywhere else I could acquire another second hand shock. I spoke with gas gas uk and they said that I should be able to fit anything up to a 2002 shock. Any more input would be appreciated. Thanks again.

Thanks again Dom, after reading several articles on "sag" i am convinced the spring has relaxed over the years of use. I am going to try and source a new spring. Cheers

I have checked the lower linkage bolts and they seem to be ok. Thanks Zero

Hi Thanks for that Dom, are you saying that the spring is knackered? Can I replace the spring? If yes is there any where you would recommend to buy one from? Cheers

Hi Fellas The rear shock on my bike seems to be too soft, as when I am stood on the bike, the rear mudguard seems very close to the tyre. I have checked and the spring is wound up as far as it goes. Does this mean the shock needs a service? If I have it serviced new seals/oil etc at £100 will it remain the same as it is now or will it increase the distance between the tyre and the mudguard when I am stood on the bike? I weigh about 13 stone. I looked into buying a new rear shock but at £350 its far too expensive for a bike of its age. As you can probably tell I am am no suspension expert so any advice would be very much appreciated. Ta in advance.

Thanks Shercosi, will try sandiford off road.

Hi I am near Colne. Are there any trials specific shops nearby? I am after a few spares - Front & rear mudguard/seat Foam seat pad Front disc protector swinging arm pivot rubber bung/cap 10mm thread alloy sump plug Thanks

Hi all Just bought a, I think 96 gas gas 250 jtr. Not rode a trials bike for 25 years although do have a road bike so have a little experience on 2 wheels. Please bear with me if I seem to ask daft questions, simple things that you all probably all ready know. Thanks in advance :D