Fox Adjustable Rear Shocks - Install & Review - Triumph Street Twin

[@marcmaz21]

You are causing me to go broke Tony. I've done most of the upgrades except for the seat and master cylinder. Bike looking good. Waiting for Scrambler headlight screen to arrive. Love my Street Twin. Painting my mirrors right now as I am typing this. Thanks for the very informative videos. Always helps me with my upgrades. Keep up the great work. Wish I could send you a picture of my Street Twin

[@mancavemoto]

Haha, sorry Marc! Thanks for the kind words. I'd love to see your bike, you can always message me on the facebook page, or via Instagram or Twitter?

[@parthiv1991]

I agree with Marc

[@rockyescape8989]

i just bought this discounted for my t120. the feeling as you said is instant, it's so smooth over rough surfaces and going round the bend feels incredible. it's a different bike already! i considered one because the terrain of my country is quite terrible, almost offroad ish. this suspension was definitely a must need. i think it also helps that its adjustable on the fly because i have a pillion with me on certain days.

[@mancavemoto]

Thanks for the feedback, good suspension makes the world of difference

[@mattes3998]

Thank you for tour review, I've bought them... very good choice! The bike is super stable!

[@mancavemoto]

Excellent!

[@aintnothinbutdablues]

Bought and installed a pair of these. Just be aware that you can easily break the screws with a 28nm torque. I mounted mine with just 25nm since I broke one the first time I screwed them and it was very hard to take it out again…

[@seanb1081]

Excellent Mate the way you take the time to reply to people's comments and questions! So many others, on KZbin, don't make the effort. 👍

[@mancavemoto]

Thanks Sean, that’s all part of it for me. 👌

[@davidraym.4450]

I was on the fence about getting this, but you've shown yet another excellent review and video. Bravo! And thanks! They should arrive next week and I am looking forward to installing them and testing the various settings the shocks offer. I have a Street Twin, it's my first bike. And, you've helped tons with the accessory selections for it. I thank you!!

[@mancavemoto]

+David McDonald Thanks David, I just try to show an honest straightforward view, so I'm pleased it's helping people. You'll love the difference they make to the bike

[@howardnunn3965]

Just fitted a set of these Fox shocks to my 2021 ST which had the TEC shocks fitted. I found a lot of loctite had been used with the TEC shocks which i cleared using one of the old bolts plus nail varnish remover 😂 (i didn't have the right tap to do it). I found the same improvements as you, bike is now just much smoother over the rough stuff, really excellent product and far better looking now 👌

[@mark.e.p]

I'm a mountain biker & have Fox air front & back they are outstanding never cheap but very plush, great to see them on a Triumph.

[@mancavemoto]

Yep 'buy cheap buy twice' as they say. These were fit and forget

[@stoicfabianwtfradio1398]

Fitted the Scrambler/T120 one to my customized Street Twin rather than this one. It’s about 20mm longer, and increases the height of the rear a little and changes trail on the front which is what I was looking for in the first place. Bike looks awesome. Rear rides like a dream as expected, and the bike is slightly more responsive and sportier up front in curves.

[@MJP3055]

I just installed these shocks. They are AMAZING. Highly recommended.

[@mancavemoto]

They transform the rear end don’t they

[@ilondres]

Hi! Great analysis! Glad to have found this channel. So, in Brazil, where I am now, rear fox shocks for my street scrambler (2020) will cost me R$ 7800 (equivalent to £1250) - fitted. But the girls suffer, the pillion is already shit, and the fox shocks may help , if you know what I mean

[@stevevoskuil-wq5df]

Hi - loved the vid, thanks! I have the shocks on my T120…I ride almost exclusively with a passenger and so want to adjust the preload. Do you know what the range of adjustment is (how many turns)? I know zero is the base setting but not sure how many turns for a passenger. Thanks!

[@DavidWGoode]

Also bought these after watching and glad I did!

[@mancavemoto]

Nice!

[@renerodriguez6697]

Can u do a video on how to do front suspension. Wanna change the front on mine go maker her a scramble

[@dominicromito9711]

Thank you, ready to test ride aT100 and also plan two up riding. I’m 218lbs at 6 foot. Like know of shock upgrade if I need it and the dial in directions you provided. Brilliant review.

[@mancavemoto]

Thanks

[@racheltaylor6578]

I just ordered these.Price has gone up to £770.Looking forward to fitting them.

[@brianperry]

I agree with your comment about suspension. having ridden plenty of Bikes with no or minimal adjustment its a revelation when one rides a bike with fully adjustable systems that can be honed for the weight and riding style.. six hundred pounds is money well spent in my opinion..

[@mancavemoto]

Thanks Brian, yep its a very important part of the motorcycle, it the part (aside from the tyres) that keeps in in contact with the road in a controlled manner. That why I will never understand the people that put £100 shocks on and refer to them as an upgrade! These are well built and serviceable, and in my eyes a very worthwhile investment.

[@brianperry]

Views from the Man Cave When ever I’ve been tempted to buy something cheap, for whatever reason, it’s always turned out to be utter crap...What price safety ...

[@MrToonfish]

Love the Triumph hoodie Tony ! It looks awesome... Nice video as always I should say, thanks for your time.

[@mancavemoto]

haha thanks Mr Toonfish, I don't normally go for manufacturer branded stuff, but i liked this one... no problem, my pleasure

[@rickslijkhuis6822]

Good tip on the foot peg! Spares you the risk of losing the small bullet as well!

[@mancavemoto]

Indeed!

[@danlee6818]

I used a set of Hagen 2810 rears. Preload and rebound adjustment and they are almost identical to the stock item £200 ish well pleased with the result

[@mancavemoto]

Yep Hagon do some nice stuff....

[@patthewoodboy]

me too , well pleased with them too :-)

[@rickslijkhuis6822]

Had some bad experience with Hagons that corroded after a year of riding. While the bike was always parked in a dry environment.

[@Daves_Man_Cave]

Put 10k miles on them on my Street Cup, and the right rear shock is needing a rebuild already because the little valve or port where they inject the nitrogen, is leaking. Some oil coming out and that means most of the nitrogen is already gone. Considering getting it fixed and then waiting for the other one to wear out, or, just replacing them with a set of Hagons...

[@knotsable]

BEFORE YOU BUY THESE: the factory default setting for the preload is zero clicks, and this is the recommended setting. You can only ADD more preload. What does this mean for lighter people below 70kg: the shocks make your bike hard as a rock, and there is no way to fix this! We just came back from the dealer, i had these installed for her birthday. The idea was to make the bike more comfortable for her since she has back issues, and now the bike is ruined for her. So i will have to return these to the dealer or sell them ... Huge bummer of course ...

[@mancavemoto]

This true you can only add preload from the standard setting. For lighter riders this could mean the shocks feel too hard. The only option then is a lighter rated spring. This can be sorted quite easily, but of course is more work and expense. I don't know if they show a weight rating on them? I'm around 95KG so never encountered the problem. Having said that I don't think the spring rate is too much different to stock? but they are much better damped

[@knotsable]

@@mancavemoto the configurable preload range does not match the stock shocks at all. The stoch shocks, while low quality, can be set very soft. Much softer than the minimum value of the fox shocks. We are exchanging them for yss shocks with a spring selected for her weight

[@graham1466]

i fitted these to my t120 bonnie ive taken them off and fitted them to my new street twin. i recommend them

[@macmerized]

Great idea, been meaning to upgrade my Street Scrambler. Do you think that replacing the rear shocks is something that a motorcycle layman can safely do? I've done quite alot of tinkering with bicycles, but never on the motorcycle. And: don't you think it wise to use a torque wrench on fitting the screws?

[@mitchypoo117]

anyone know if these would these fit on a 2019 speed twin?

[@Zarraman]

Yes, they do.

[@eddiegriffiths2614]

@@Zarraman NO! They will not fit the Speed Twin.

[@franciscoguizardane9552]

great video, does it have high and low valve compresion?

[@garethehrlich9871]

Cheers Tony, great review and agree, these shocks look the business! Quick question, would the T120/T100 part fit my Triumph Thruxton 900? Also, i live in New Zealand, would you happen to know how/who i can contact for a pair of these shocks? Cheers

[@mancavemoto]

As far as i'm aware the pins on the frame are a different diameter to the watercooled models?

If you think 650£ is expensive for two Fox shocks you’ll have a heart attack if you see how much it costs the high end Fox shocks and forks for mountain bikes, especially Downhill. 😅

[@mancavemoto]

Yeah I’ve seen some of that stuff I had to replace the rear shock in a Santa Cruz I had a few years ago, ouch! I personally don’t think they are expensive. Great shocks at a great price

[@mansfielddave]

Great review. Shame they don't come with rebound adjustment too.....Are you planning on adjusting the front too? Ohlins have just released the Nix 22 replacement for the Street Twin

[@mancavemoto]

David Mansfield Thanks, Yep would have been a bonus, but a separate rebound adjuster isn't really missed. Most likely, as the front can get a little 'shown up' at times now!

[@bobgrabowski2232]

what do you think the setting would be for long distance riding, ie IRON BUTT with gear on the bike?

[@mancavemoto]

Depending on the amount of gear I personally would just wind a little more preload on

[@colnago888]

Hi there. No one can seem to answer this question. Do you know if these Fox suspension can be fitted onto the Speed Twin 1200? I imagine one requires to change the bottom bushing but I can’t see any other issues? Any idea?

[@mancavemoto]

If the bushing are the same diameter and the lengths are the same I see no reason why not?

[@andywork8736]

Love your videos, the are very informative. I have a quick question for you. I just put these shocks on my 2018 T120. The preload, with the pinch bolt loosed, feels extremely hard to adjust. It only seems to be resistant on one side. The other moves pretty easily. Was the preload difficult to adjust on your bike?

[@mancavemoto]

Oh ok, sounds a bit odd. I don’t remember having an issue. Are you adjusting it on the side stand?

[@andywork8736]

No. Was doing it on the center stand.

[@p.santos6644]

Nice video, thank you for sharing. If I want to rise a scrambler by 4" can I just buy longer motocross twin rear shocks ?

[@mancavemoto]

You could, but you'd need to do something with the front too. Just changing the rear shocks by that much would really throw the geometry out big time

[@jayasingamratnasingam253]

Hi Tony, great video! I have the Ohlins on my street twin. And they're 8 mm shorter than the Ohlins for a T120. Do you think I could swap the ST Ohlins to the T120? Is it only that the T120 will ride 8mm lower?

[@mancavemoto]

If you mounting posts are the same diameter you could switch them, but you’d probably want to drop the front end to match

[@jayasingamratnasingam253]

@@mancavemoto thanks!

[@bikeronthecouch5618]

Hey dude, brill videos. Keep em coming 👍

[@mancavemoto]

Biker on the Couch, cheers Bro

[@TheBas008]

Hey Tony, quick question; when riding a motorcycle with leather boots what's the best thing to do to prevent them from being damaged by the shifter?

[@mancavemoto]

+TheOtherUs There are a couple of nifty devices available. Acme make a little leather tab that attaches to your bottom bootlace and sits on top of your shifting foot. I think Rev'it also do an elasticated version that goes around your foot. The shifter on my bike is black runner and discolours my boot, do I'm going to try a metal one....

[@TheBas008]

A friend of mine uses a metal shifter on his bike and it damaged his shoes terribly after only one ride. So I think buying one of those leather tabs isn't such a bad idea, thanks!

[@mancavemoto]

+TheOtherUs That's a worry, but this one is relatively smooth, not a knurled finish.

[@larrynorsworthy8582]

I wear my marked left boot with pride!

[@ThinBiker17]

I see you've switched out your tyres! What have you got on? I've been looking for a suitable replacement too, but it's a pain for the front as there aren't too many options for the 18in front

[@mancavemoto]

Hi Aadil, yep the front creates a problem. I went with Pirelli Scorpion Trail II tyres, available in exactly the right sizes and I've been very very impressed so far

[@alexlycaon]

Views from the Man Cave would you expand on this ?

[@zinidin101]

Hi Tony.. Just curious why most of Triumph bikes has front 18" and rear 17"? Normally the front is smaller than the rear... Is it about the riding stability or other reasons?

[@Persona1983]

Hi Tony, thanks for posting the video. Always inspirational! I wanted to ask...I've been considering piggyback rear shocks for a while but, are they compatible with pannier holders?

[@mancavemoto]

Thanks Manolo, I've had to remove my SW-Motech rack as it fouled the piggy back cannisters. Not sure about others...

[@dominicmetcalf6256]

Oh no! Was this the rack you had to remove? I'd love to upgrade, but don't want to lose my luggage. sw-motech.com/en/bike/TRIUMPH/StreetScra/2018/DC01/products/luggage/Legend+Gear/side+carrier/4052572048887.htm@@mancavemoto

[@bobsmi91]

Be careful with the aluminum valve caps. I put those on my LR4 (discovery) and the dissimilar metals caused them to fuse together. Went back to plastic.

[@mancavemoto]

Yep that can be a problem, but these are matched OEM caps from the factory.

[@BuzzRadar]

Ace review! Was going to go for a set of Hagon's but these are seriously tempting. Boring question but with the piggybacks do you think they would fit with shockmounted relocated indicators?

[@mancavemoto]

Thanks Patrick, yes I think they would be fine, the cannister sits low enough..one drawback is that I can no longer use the SW-Motech pannier

[@BuzzRadar]

Cheers Tony that's really useful, one last thing is the fox branding removable (sticker) or etched on?

[@mancavemoto]

Patrick Charlton The Fox branding or the Triumph branding?

[@BuzzRadar]

the fox branding, ideally like to get them a nice plain black

[@mancavemoto]

Patrick Charlton The branding on the cannister is a sticker, so it looks like it could be removed. No idea what's underneath though

[@bonnytrippler2966]

Hi Tony - they do look the business these shocks. Do you know if they would be OK for the previous 865 air-cooled T100? They would aesthetically perfect for my 865 AC T100 Black. Subscribed - great channel!

[@mancavemoto]

Hi Bonny Trippler, thanks for the sub, I don’t see any reason why not, assuming the lugs are the same diameter and they are the same length. I’ll check....

[@bonnytrippler2966]

Length will be OK 340mm - 13.5". Dunno about the lug diameters though.

[@HugoHamaoui]

Hi Tony! Thanks, great video, awsome job! Quick question what are those Tires and would they fit on my 2018 t120 black? thanks

[@mancavemoto]

Thanks Hugo, they are Pirelli Scorpion Trail 2 tyres. you can see my review of them here kzbin.info/www/bejne/g6KQgpRmjrZrmdE and I don't know off the top of my head the size of the T120 tyres, but you should be able to find the scorpion trails to fit.

[@robscherer]

I’m about to find out if these puppies fit on my 2019 Street Scrambler with my British Customs shock mounted turn signals. Wish me luck!

[@mancavemoto]

Nice, they'll look ace

[@zalphoid1652]

I just got my set but it seems I might have made some assumptions on my model/compatibility. I have an ‘06 Bonneville and when I put the shocks on I noticed there is a small gap between the shocks mount and the shock. Should I just get a shop with a lathe to put together a spacer to make up for the gap?

[@mancavemoto]

Yep these are not for the the aircooled versions, a spacer would work, or a few washers if the gap isn’t too big

[@GettinAuld]

Another top video, Tony, thank you!

[@mancavemoto]

No worries, and thank you!

[@gouthamnagarajan2544]

Hi, thank you for this lovely video. I am planning to go for street twin (my first SBK), I own a 2005 Royal Enfield Thunderbird. With a pillion and roads in India the pot holes and scary bumps, with the stock silencer there is a lot more scraping. Will the Fox RSU help increase the GC of the bike or the travel length? I understand that it might not be able to handle all bumps but i believe it should be better than the stock on these cases as well right? Also is there an option for front shocks as well?

[@mancavemoto]

Hi, these are the same length as stock, so no increased height or travel. The ones for the Street Scrambler are slightly longer and will still fit the street twin, but you'd also really need to raise the front by the same amount

[@gouthamnagarajan2544]

@@mancavemoto Thanks a lot for your responses and clarifying !! Love the videos and have a great motoring days ahead and safe travels 👍

[@keef4937]

Hi Tony, did you get a C spanner or allen key in the box with your shocks?? Nice vid btw.

[@lloydanto]

Nice review.. There are 2 diff. versions of the RSU available... A9640207 and A9640208. 1) Can A9640208 be used for ST 2018? 2) What is the difference between these 2? 3) A9640207 not available with Triumph. ST accessories page shows A9640208 currently 4) Will this upgrade improve ground clearance for ST?

[@mancavemoto]

Hi Lloyd, thanks. Yes there Is a version for the Street Twin and another for the Street Scrambler (which are slightly longer). You can fit the longer version to your Street Twin and it will of course raise the back a little. But don’t forgot this will steepen the head angle and change the handling (although not drastically). The reason Triumph show each part specifically for a specific bike is down to homologation rules.

[@lloydanto]

@@mancavemoto Will upgrading the RSU with A9640207 improve the ground clearance? I am in a country where there are speed breakers every where in the city. Solo riding is somewhat fine but with spouse it is making difficult as I need stop and slowly pass the speed breaker. I already have a sump plate fixed which makes my ride through city more difficult. Where can I get this RSU in US or in UK (online)?

[@andrewbrown528]

Very helpful review... I am about to order a pair... Thanks

[@mancavemoto]

No problem, i've been really pleased with mine

[@stroker28]

I may have bit of more than I can chew. I’m not an experienced shop mechanic and just do the occasional tinker or install. Motone panniers is probably the most complicated thing I’ve done. Can I make this install happen on my own? Think I’ve got the tools. Also more importantly, is replacing rear shocks without changing front fork springs acceptable or should that always be done together?

[@mancavemoto]

Yes, its an easy job to do. As your not changing the ride height, then the front will be fine. The damping and control of the fox shocks is better but the overall action is not that different to stock. These shocks were designed specifically for this bike

[@Nicolas-co9uu]

Hi im Nicolás from Chile.. I love yours videos... Is it a Good option for go offroad. I have a street scrambler and Im use it a lot offroading and I feel the stock shock sistem is too hard. Well thanks you

[@mancavemoto]

Hi Nicolás, thank you. Yes these would work really Weill off road as long as you’re not going too extreme!

[@caioo82]

Hey mate, great review! Any idea on how the Fox shocks would compare with the Ohlins? Cheers from Brazil!

[@mancavemoto]

Thanks Caio Amorim, unfortunately I've not got my hands on the onlins, so I can't offer a comparison.

[@droptuned83]

Ohlins are better in quality and performance.

[@vlastikvasek]

Hello, could I fit the model (A9640208 - Street Cup, Street Scrambler, T100 and T120) to my Street Twin 2019? It is 9mm longer than my factory original. Will it fit? Would it be a problem in driving characteristics? Thank you very much.

[@theslowroadhome]

Nice review - thank you. If these shocks are fitted, will I still be able to fit the SW Motech SLC carriers?

[@mancavemoto]

Once I’d fitted these, my legend gear pannier rack didn’t fit, it fouled on the piggy back cannister

[@theslowroadhome]

Thank you for taking the time to reply - much appreciated. That is what I feared. Hey-Ho, the Legend Gear LS2 set-up looks good, so we will use that instead.

[@gautam9]

Which setting on the fox shocks are equivalent to the standard shocks setting- at the same setting will these be better than the standard shocks.

[@TheGreatestBeyonder]

Hi Tony, old vid but still of interest. Are you still riding with the Fox shocks and if so, how are they performing? Also is it a negative not having rebound adjustment? or does the rebound work in tandem with the compression like the Nitron R1 shocks for this bike? Many thanks. Steve

[@mancavemoto]

The shocks performed fine and were one of the best mods I made to the bike.

[@TheGreatestBeyonder]

@@mancavemoto Thanks for the reply Tony. Just 'fine'? Sorry i've not been tracking things but have you got rid of the bike now or swapped out the shocks? Just interested in you views and upgrades.... ta

[@mancavemoto]

@@TheGreatestBeyonder Sorry I should have been more enthuastic in my language. The shocks were brilliant and a big improvement over the stock units. Yes sadly I have sold the Street Twin

[@TheGreatestBeyonder]

@@mancavemoto hmm ok bud. Thank you.

[@mancavemoto]

Paul Ledet A Tiger 800

[@reachshishir]

Hello Tony, I have a 2017 Street Twin and planning to buy these shocks. I have installed the front fork risers. I am thinking of buying the A9640208 (Street Cup) ones though to raise the rear a bit. The difference in the lengths is around 19mm. Will it affect the handling or cornering of the bike in anyway because of the longer shocks? Also, will the longer shocks put pressure on the chassis? Please share your feedback. Thanks

[@mancavemoto]

You’ll only notice a difference in the handling of the difference between the front and rear is significant. This change in itself will not put any more stress on the frame

[@reachshishir]

@@mancavemoto Thanks, Tony. So is the significant difference going to be dangerous for riding? I'm sorry but can you please elaborate a bit more on the first point around handling?

[@mancavemoto]

@@reachshishir It wouldnt be dangerous, but if you raise the back and eave the front as is, you will be effectively steepening the head angle, which will make it turn faster. It wouldn't be a massive difference though

[@reachshishir]

@@mancavemoto Okay. Thanks, Tony. I have installed the front fork risers that have raised the front by 2 inches. Hoping that it should work fine then?

[@patthewoodboy]

a bit of grease on the mounting points would be a good idea while you are at it :-)

[@mancavemoto]

Yep helps to prevent corrosion.

[@Sumpguard]

No torque wrench required?

[@meiindrayana8748]

Really hard to find this fox suspension for 2016 Triumph Scrambler. Can you help me where I can find or buy for my 2016 scrambler. Thx before

[@mancavemoto]

You should be able to source it through a triumph dealer?

[@africanos89]

so are my bonneville shocks oem ,, does that mean that they are better than hagon , tec,bitubo shocks ?? we dont all have 650 for shockw , I can find with 200 for a better than oem shocks

[@tpv59]

GREAT GREAT review. Thank you. MUCH Appreciated.

[@mancavemoto]

Terry Vincent No worries

[@StreetTwinBonnie]

Hi Tony! Is it possible to install them only using the side stand?

[@mancavemoto]

Yes, most definitely

[@scootjockey]

Any shocks out there for a Harley road glide special year 2016?

[@IamPickledCakeHa]

Was there a specific torque you tightened the rear suspension bolt to? I checked the owners manual for my T120 and it didn't list one.

[@KennyRasschaert]

As far as I know they're supposed to be tightened to 28Nm, with blue loctite.

[@jeffreycastillo6886]

For tidiness' sake, is that Fox decal removable?

[@mancavemoto]

Hi Jeffrey, yes it looks like it is. I haven’t tried, but it is a decal and not etched on

[@DK199811]

Question: I'm thinking about getting a Street Scrambler, only point is: I want to be able to handle a bit of off-road action (not too intense like ADV's do). So I want some shocks that are very good on a lot of bumps, rocks and gravel roads. I was wondering if these are the best there are or if you have any other shocks that might be better for that? Thanks in advance!

[@mancavemoto]

I can highly recommend these shocks, however I haven't really tried them off road. The fact that you can dial them in means they can easily be adjusted on the fly depending on conditions. They are well built so I think they will be tough enough.

[@DK199811]

Yeah thanks for the answer and ofcourse for the video! helped me a lot already :) We'll see how they fair when I put them on there.

[@ripmax333]

@@DK199811 did you managed to test them Offroad on the street Twin?

[@ashwinoashwin]

Hi Tony. I am going to buy the t100 soon. I have an offer of buying accessories for about 2,000$ free with the bike. I plan to get this and kit them out on the bike. How good are they? The roads here are not the smoothest in the world. Will it help me get a better ride out of the bike? The stock one is KYB twin shocks with adjustable preload, 120 mm rear wheel travel. Worth the upgrade?

[@mancavemoto]

I think they are awesome, really made a difference to the bike. Great damping and offers better more predictable control. Worth the money

[@davyvanlaere4223]

I would like to buy these shocks for my gf's street twin, but she is vertically challenged, and for her its important that the bike is not higher after the fox upgrade. Can you tell me if the fox shocks raised the seating position of the bike?

[@mancavemoto]

Hi. No the shocks are exactly the same length as the stock ones

[@edgarang5830]

Hello Man cave So if I have to install this shock do I have to adjust the pre load settings or just the dumper.

[@mancavemoto]

Ideally both, but that depends on your weight mostly. I found the preload was fine for me and I just dialled in the damping to suit my riding

[@johnsumser9743]

Thanks. Nice review. I’ll add them to my speed twin.

[@mancavemoto]

No problem

[@Cuzzazbuzz]

Do they make much difference? If so, what’s your weight and riding type?

[@pierremartin9048]

John, did you add them to the Speedy, no issues with fitment?

[@KevinLam86]

So if I wanted to lower a Street Cup I can use the Fox suspension meant for the Twin to achieve the lowering right?

[@mancavemoto]

Kevin Lam yes, same amount of travel but shorter length.

[@KevinLam86]

Thank you! I'm a short rider looking to buy the Street Cup in the near future. The lower height would sure help.

[@arijitchief]

What suspension upgrade would you suggest for two-up riding on the Street Twin? It tends to bottom out on bad speed breakers, scraping almost everything.

[@mancavemoto]

Hi Arijit, well obviously I think these shocks are ideal. The fact that they are adjustable means and easy change between riding solo and riding two up. They offer much better damping than the stock units.

[@Tommy-Atkins]

@@mancavemoto this May sound like a silly question but when carrying a pillion should the shocks be dialled in softer or harder?!...I’ve got then dialled in on my ST at the standard 18 setting but not sure if making it softer or harder makes the handling easier or the ride more/less comfy for the pillion?!...

[@Buchigas]

Great, I'll buy and install by my self

[@mancavemoto]

Yep, I think the tyres are overkill, particularly for this bike

[@donh5877]

Is there a product for the speed twin?

[@mancavemoto]

Not as far as i'm aware, you'll need to get googling

[@davebethell1]

I've bought a new Street Twin, and purchased the Fox shockers. I'm now struggling to get insurance, as they are classed as a 'performance modification'. Do you have any suggestions of specialist who will cover me, or do I, 'ahm', not tell them? I'm not high risk, riding 20 years, with full no claims, and still no luck. Any comments would be appreciated. Thanks

[@mancavemoto]

Really? i'm suprised, my insurance included them as one of five standard mods allowed. Have a chat to the guys at Devitt Insurance....

[@davebethell1]

Thanks for the prompt response. I don’t know whether they have changed there policy, as Devitt was one of the companies I contacted for a quote. They stated suspension changes are a ‘performance modification’ which they would need to refer to the underwriter. When they phoned back they apologised and stated they would not be able to cover the bike, due to the astronomical price (their words). Despite asking, the guy from Devitt’s would not tell me the price from the underwriter, stating his line manager has specifically told him not to divulge the price! I have eventually got cover from Bikesure. In the end only Bikesure and Bennett’s would cover the bike. Hopefully I’ll have better luck next year, and I will try Devitt’s again, as their guy seemed genuinely gutted that they couldn’t insure for a reasonable price. Safe riding.

[@texarkana3781]

Can you get the spring customized for the rider's weight?

[@mancavemoto]

Only by buying another spring, but yes it can be done

[@sajibaranna]

Hi Tony, i want bring my Street Twin couple inches lower and wondering can i do it through manipulate Fox Adjustment shocks settings? can i manipulate length adjustment for this shocks?

[@mancavemoto]

Hi Sajib, you can't adjust the overall length of the shocks. You would need to find a shorter set to swap to, then drop your front forks to match

[@StefanSu91]

I've been shopping for Ohlins and they only have suspension upgrades until 2020. My street scrambler is a 2022. Does anyone know if there is any difference between stock suspensions between the years?? I cannot find ANY sort of difference but I need to make sure. Contacted Ohlins and they don't know.

[@mancavemoto]

I don't think there has been any changes to the suspension from the 2020 MY onwards? Triumph would be the ones to confirm

[@StefanSu91]

@@mancavemoto That's true. I'll speak to them. Did you ever gone off road with the Fox shocks? I'm also considering them. I keep hearing the Ohlins are too stiff.

[@mancavemoto]

A little bit yes, nothing technical, but I think they are excellent shocks for the bike

[@vincenzoriccardi134]

Hi! What is the height of these suspension? is it different by the original suspension?

[@mancavemoto]

Hi, no these are the same length as stock. You can fit the ones for the street scrambler which are a little bit longer

[@vincenzoriccardi134]

Views from the Man Cave thanks for the answer ! I have already installed these suspension, and I would install the center stand too. But I could not find the height of the fox. Thank you guy !

[@linotaffoni2820]

Also for Bonneville 2009?

[@mancavemoto]

No, the posts on ther bike are a different diameter

[@teethaistralian6079]

Hi mate just installed my new shocks. Triumph forgot to include a users manual with the parts. Any idea apart from going back to my dealer where I might find one or a pdf file.? Cheers Tee

[@mancavemoto]

Yep, go to triumphinstructions.com and type in the part no. 👍🏻

[@teethaistralian6079]

Legend! Cheers.

[@philhemmings5035]

@@mancavemoto Been looking everywhere for the same, thank the Mancave.

[@JaX0rton]

It's been a couple of years.. curious how these shocks have aged. Any servicing issues?

[@mancavemoto]

They’ve were perfect, with no issues (although I don’t have the bike any longer)

[@nola5844]

hi. Are compatible with legend gear side bag system? Any compatibility issue? thanks!

[@mancavemoto]

No sadly not, the piggy bag reservoir fouls on the side carrier

[@kminhas2k73]

Hi bro.... Nice video... Nicely explained... I want to know.. does it improve ground clearance... Does it fit into Triumph Bonneville A3 2015 865cc... I am from India

[@mancavemoto]

Hi and thanks. The answer to both of your questions is no. Theses are the same length as stock and the mounts are different dimensions on the 865 bonnie

[@kminhas2k73]

Bro please suggest rear suspension for my Bonnie... I want to raise height n ground clearance... Shall be grateful to you

[@leonardogoulandris1676]

Hi Tony, how much taller is the A9640208 than the A9640207? many thanks

[@seang9]

Leonardo Goulandris Tony I have the same question?? Height diff between A9640207 and A9640208?

[@toddpowell480]

Will these shocks work with Legend side bags and brackets on the Street Twin?

[@mancavemoto]

Sadly not, the piggyback reservoirs foul on the legend gear pannier frames :(

[@toddpowell480]

@@mancavemoto Thank you for your help. In your opinion if you had to choose one or the other( even though its apple to oranges ) which would you go with. By the way when it comes to the shocks I am a 160lb rider. Thank you again.

[@rensaligumba6334]

Can you still install the sw moto legends panniers with the fox shocks?

[@mancavemoto]

Sadly not, they foul on the gas cannisters

[@robscherer]

How does this suspension system compare to something like the TEC Bike Parts system?

[@mancavemoto]

Far superior, not in the same league

[@MikeBifulco]

What's the long term verdict on these? Worth the price of admission for the comfort and handling gains?

[@mancavemoto]

Most definitely, one of the best mods I made to the bike

[@eyalsnehor544]

Hi mate, will you let me know what rear tyre you have on this bike?

[@mancavemoto]

Pirelli Scorpion Trail II’s

[@pericote93]

Will liquid cooled shocks fit in air cooled?

[@mancavemoto]

I don't think so, I believe the mounting posts are different diameters

[@derspeed5796]

I just installed the long version on my 2018, Street Scrambler yesterday. The torque spec for the bolts is 28nm. I torqued the bolts to 33nm because my torque wrench doesn't go any lower. I never over torque, but had no choice at the time. Do you think I ruined the bolts. I'll back them off tonight. I found my inch/lb wrench that does go down low enough. Comments from anyone are appreciated.

[@mancavemoto]

5nm over the top won’t make a difference, particularly at that level

[@derspeed5796]

@@mancavemoto Thanks again for your help.

[@derspeed5796]

Hi Jon, I haven't had a chance to ride yet because it has been very cold in Ohio since the install. I won't really be able to compare them with the stock units, as I took them off immediately. I will give my Impressions publicly once I ride the bike with the fox shocks.

[@derspeed5796]

@@jonteece the fox shocks are really nice. The ride is nice and the adjustability is a bonus feature.

[@robertvaughn1575]

Thanks You from Santa Rosa Ca.

[@mancavemoto]

Thanks for watching!

[@STICKSHFT]

will these fit a 2013 thruxton 900? is there a specific part number?

[@mancavemoto]

They won’t, and the part number is in the description

[@XoC91]

Anyone know how many Newton meter it takes to tighten the screws?

[@mancavemoto]

28nm

[@granto6738]

How much are they

[@leemacdonald6533]

Do you know if this would fit on a speed twin?

[@mancavemoto]

I don't unfortunately, but it should be easy to check

[@alexlycaon]

Hi what size tire you have on this street twin ? Thank you

[@mancavemoto]

+alex Sanchez Hi Alex, the tyres are the stock size

[@kshitijsalwan5805]

Can the Fox rear shockers be fitted on T120 Bonnie

[@mancavemoto]

They can, the part numbers are in the description

[@kshitijsalwan5805]

@@mancavemoto thank you so much. Happy Riding