Found some 12 inch rear shocks to replace my 14's. How hard is it to replace them. Looks to me like you will have to put the bike on a jack. My manual doesnt say anything about replacing the shocks for some reason. Friend of mine has some bran new 12 shocks off an 86 sporty he is gonna sell me for $20. I couldnt resist.

 

Any reason why you want to change your shocks? From what I hear, it's much easier on a jack. What kind of shocks are they?

 

going from a 14 inch shock to a 12 inch to lower the bike a bit. they are stock off a 86 sport.

 

i took off one shock at a time and didnt use a jack, just had to lift a little. a jack would be easier but not necessary! good luck dude

 

Ah thanks Mike. I never thought of doing it one side at a time!!