how to rebuild motorcycle shock absorbers (coil over struts)

In this video, I demonstrate pro methods of motorcycle suspension shock absorber rebuilding, strut service and maintenance tips. Including special tools, seal replacement, oil change and emulator valve service
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[@brad2795]

You are missed, come back, Ichiban Moto! #BadAss

[@Steve-XTC67]

Wondered where you'd gotten to Mr Ichiban so I decided to visit and educate myself on the spring rebuild, but I was blown-away by your hand-held customised drill-bit cum buffer and with a couple of turns it was as good as new which was amazing! I see you haven't lost your touch : ) Your stickers which must be over 10 years old and still decorate my suitcase which makes my case easy to spot on airport carousels, just returned from the Balearic Islands (Mallorca) and as my case approached me in Edinburgh airport on the carousel a guy further down the line pointed and shouted Badass!

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I miss some badassness

[@bagpopuk]

Can't believe I've only just found this channel. Absolute gold mine of information. Bought a vintage hand drill, some assembly tape, learnt how to cut perfect circles in anything, threw out all the wrong loctite I'd be using and my power drills as well. Looking forward to making some real progress now. BTW, I could be wrong but I think you only sent Ant four stickers, no biggie ;-)

[@IchibanMoto]

welcome in ! i will send ant more stickers

[@Gobbbbb]

Hope to see you upload again soon, I still check back every so often, hope all is good!

[@IchibanMoto]

yes, thank you. More videos to come

[@Gobbbbb]

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@@NieLubimyPabeluska I hope so, I just checked back in again... very sad ass :(

[@thefreedomguyuk]

Yaaay!! Ichiban-San is back !! Have already liked this video, now looking forward to watching it !

[@BushBound]

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[@IchibanMoto]

I narrated "on any other sunday" a film by Hoxton Moto . He did an awesome job and it won best short film at the Portland Motorcycle Film Festival. check it out @hoxtonmoto youtube channel

[@jasonludlow8057]

Thank you for returning Mr Ichiban...we love you and all your expert advice, all the way from South Africa!

[@IchibanMoto]

thanks for watching and sharing !

[@bikefarmtaiwan1800]

Just asking my buddy where you had got to - and here you are back again! More golden advice :) The tank mount grommet used as the new seal was delightful!

[@TheGardenSnake]

We need more of this

[@The_Jabiru]

Just came back to see if there was new content too

[@jonekerh]

Take a look at Allen Millyard, he use the same equipment but get different results. kzbin.info/door/j4hbNBjmdvXONmcxcLSNhg

[@IchibanMoto]

yes. a lot of behind the scenes going on

[@williedutoit466]

is this Badass still alive, or did covid claim him?

[@IchibanMoto]

@@williedutoit466 still alive 👍

[@ayalolwut]

OMG i just saw you subscribed to me which makes me SO HAPPY because I have been subscribed to you and watching your videos for literal YEARS. (5 years at least). Your videos helped me in the process of building my first bike-- ducati monster 750. Thank you for all you do!!

[@IchibanMoto]

You are so badass awesome!

[@iamthefatstig]

Badass! I've just rebuilt the twin damper bias rotary shockulator on my 88 ZX-10 using your helpful guide. Rides like a rodeo bull on tramadol now!

[@AdamNDJ]

Oh man, I coulda used this a month ago... I messed up so bad... at least I got the high schoolers down the road to fix mine for me. 😁 Glad to have ya back!

[@genelegate1308]

The "Dislikes" to this video are from shop mechanics that are losing money thanks to these bad-ass do-it-yourself videos :)

[@IchibanMoto]

and the pride it doing yourself is priceless !

[@IchibanMoto]

that's probably why youtube removed the dislike count

[@its_hammer_time3694]

@@IchibanMoto hey! Hope all is well! Going through withdrawals here need a new video haha ✌🏻🇨🇦

[@furious32ninja]

Back with another Bad ass video, thank you, your experience makes this look so easy! Off out to sort my Kamahonda 1100 cc single out this afternoon! You rock Ichiban!

[@JONSABMOTO]

I'm glad you're back!

[@ljk346]

Wooo! Yes my man is back once again!

[@YTjndallas]

Torque is set when the pencil breaks, but it must be a no.2 pencil !

[@jakmak1199]

Un-leaded ! 😉

[@ArcanePath360]

@@jakmak1199 Hate to be that, guy, but all pencils are unleaded now. They are graphite.

[@carlholm7867]

That's why it's called pencil strength!

[@mikeshobbiesandrandomstuff]

Miss your videos bud

[@allanbryers4682]

Great video with clear and calm instruction. You have provided me with the ingredients and comfortable confidence to undergo the same overhaul of my Yamaha Virago XV750 rear shock absorbers. All part of my full restoration. Thank you sir.

[@jakmak1199]

Great video, as per factory spec, rebuilt my bandit hagon shock using this method but used cod liver oil instead, man it's like new again, saved me a fortune, thanks Itchi, we're not worthy.

[@DiesInEveryFilm]

Welcome back mate good to see another video up.

[@IchibanMoto]

i need to make more videos i'll send you a message about the knife giveaway video idea mk iv

[@TheHardwareguide]

Good stuff, thank you sir! You always offer to us amateur mechanics a wealth of mechanical badasserie !

[@oddis188]

Welcome back master you've been missed ❤️

[@martinblouin3639]

COULD THIS BE APPLIED TO MY 93 COROLLA? IT HAS TAPE CASSETTE

[@IchibanMoto]

i would think so

[@danielratner]

YOU HAVE TO make sure that you don't have the TOYOTA auto Cassette Dampers they are for cars with tape cassettE so there is not too much vibration and you have to use aluminum grade oil and spacer

[@ducatimale]

I was told by a another pro mechanic that they've started using CBD oil especially in the older type of dampers. It's supposed to make the ride much smoother, almost tranquil like.

[@IchibanMoto]

i will give that a try !

[@scootypuffjr.]

Far out, man.

[@KennethNicholson1972]

So glad to hear you are still making videos. I really miss your parodies. You give us all the opportunity to laugh, and that is a great gift. I hope you are well Brother. Have a merry Christmas.

[@IchibanMoto]

thank you and a happy new year too!

[@LazyAHoleRanch]

Lol Sometimes I struggle with whether or not you’re being serious, then I turn to ask Mike and he gives me the face that says, “are you seriously asking me this?” lol ❤️🤣

[@wobblysauce]

Well... you can use most of it. Now decide on what you can use.

[@thefreedomguyuk]

Serious ??? Are you serious ? This is the best educational channel on KZbin. Ichiban has taught me everything I know about bikes !

[@LazyAHoleRanch]

Hahahaha I’m not the mechanically inclined person in the household.

[@markrent3269]

@@LazyAHoleRanch these are100% tutorial vijayos excellent stuff

[@richardlamm4826]

@@LazyAHoleRanch Then they might be to in depth for you. Sometimes he gets a bit technical.

[@martinking4476]

Just came across this video and I have to agree with someone elses comment you are the David Attenborough narrator on motorcycles and very informative. I have now subscribed to your channel.

[@gregmcbee2585]

Glad you're back. Missed the videos. Hope all is well

[@thegenerousdegenerate9395]

YES! Its like an old highschool friend just showed up on my doorstep! Missed ya buddy! 😆

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Hey man, Is everything alright? It's been a year since you uploaded.

[@petedude2lu3]

ichiban man is way too badass to answer that

[@dontblameme6328]

We're missing him and need his videos more than ever.

[@LazyAHoleRanch]

Yes! You’re back! ❤️

[@TheMotorcycleMick]

Awesome video man, been looking for my sportster on this topic gonna help a lot

[@boneidol3949]

great work! Will service my shocks tomorrow with the new skills learned!

[@Aspire198]

Righto, thanks for the info, I'll give this a ago! Surprising the shocks on the bike I am working on either haven't started leaking, or have leaking what oil they had decades ago, I just needed to figure out how to disassemble so I can clean up the spring and shock body of rust. Thanks!

[@yram7687]

I have learned so much from this channel. Thanks Ichiban Moto

[@IchibanMoto]

thank you so much for watching and sharing !

[@kaa5666]

Baddd Assss. Great video. I got a 79 cb750 restoration project. I am gonna try this out. The tiny funnel was the best workshop tool I have ever seen. THANKS

[@PAPATexas]

You did an awesome job on the rebuild! 👍

[@LilDoggy]

This was not just bad ass, it was freakin bad ass awesome. You are so talented!

[@IchibanMoto]

thanks watching mike !

[@agavehouse]

Konnichiwa Ichiban ! Nice to see you back giving sound advice LOL

[@davidmac3290]

I missed you so much! Glad you are back!

[@scharnier6989]

The best thing about your videos, is that youtube now recommends me 'legit' motorcycle repair videos. Thinking about the youtube algotrithm recognizing your videos as legit repair videos makes my day.

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Now you know why we are scared to death that AIs might take over the world.

[@drott150]

I think Ichiban was the guy who did all the maintenance on the '78 XL125 I bought from the 15 year old kid down the street. BAD ASS. 👍

[@huszaratraktor]

Ichiban Moto, You are missed like Harambe Please come back, I can't change the CBD oil in my supercharger without you

[@johnmcdyer7297]

Thank you now I’ll rebuild my shocks tomorrow thanks for walking us through it

[@dukesworld3020]

Good to see or hear you again, LOL, Hope you and your family are doing well!!

[@heldercoelho5403]

Ichiban tutorials are the best! Badass!

[@eliworks8549]

My shocks work like a charm. Thanks for the info

[@Turco949]

4:29 - Man, that hi-tech polishing tool gets me every time, especially the sound it makes as it is being spun! =)

[@johnc4090]

Good to see you back. Badass!

[@WesleySnyder]

i miss your great tortillas abuot badass bike repairs. please make more. happy holiday's Ichiban Moto

[@IchibanMoto]

happy holidays! new videos in the works no time commitment tho

[@beardedcatguitarplus9485]

Hey great video man. It’s going to help me completely to get mine on my xv700 in better shape

[@slit4659]

I'm Sick and Tired of these KZbin videos Where Everyone knows EVERYTHING..... That's Why I come Here to ICHIBAN.... This Guy is the most informative and Honest. He Puts All the other Motorcycle Channels to Shame...Even HARLEY DAVIDSON.....The one thing that has really helped me the most and I couldn't find any Information anywhere was on POLARITY GREASE.... My Volt Range has jumped up Considerably and the Power my Produces is just unbelievable....Take my Word on it.

[@BT_aka_PET_ROOSTER]

I appreciate your humor, great video.

[@c50ge]

Where have you been? Miss you expert lessons!

[@IchibanMoto]

I have been doing a lot of filming and am saving for a new computer and software to edit. i will also have to learn the new software

[@czardrum]

nice to see your amazing videos again. Greetings from brazilian fan

[@LazyAHoleRanch]

I also need a tiny funnel and oil can ❤️

[@robmeriwether9309]

Glad you are back!!!

[@rustysalami8088]

Great watching a master at work. Very Zen. Think I have the same Loctite in my stationery cupboard. It's the best.

[@mikeymike3240]

Awesome instructional video man, really loved the professional tools that you employed, they're fantastic quality items. 🤠👍👍👍

[@IchibanMoto]

if you want some.. i have videos on them too

[@jakmak1199]

Flicking thru a Snap-off catalog yesterday and saw them in there, bit pricey though but worth it . Watch the Chinese knock them off.

[@flippinmoose]

My friend. I was thinking that I should come over and thank you for all you do. You are an amazing creator. You deserve all of the cudos that you are given. I look forward to new content. You are truly the #1 BAD ASS!!!!! Your biggest fan!!! Flippin Moose

[@IchibanMoto]

I found some interesting things for ebay. Will dm you

[@yveslegrand9826]

took me a few seconds before I realized it was a joke ! Well done !

[@TyCetto]

Ichiban, there is a serious need for your 5 out of 5 videos in a time of crisis like now! I am sure that a new bad ass video from you will heal all the broken souls out there!

[@IchibanMoto]

i will be making new videos when it warms up out in the shed

[@nicholasmooney9611]

@@IchibanMoto badass

[@americannomad513]

That was a bad ass rebuild!

[@kuldipsanghera]

I dont see your videos now. Your videos are very informative and good ones. Please do make more videos and post on your channel.

[@TechnMoto]

your channel is pretty cool- good info here

[@franzicosmos5966]

woooo nice to see you back!

[@miles-thesleeper-monroe8466]

Ichy my project has been on hold 2 years, need more tutorials. In the words of your great leader "C'mon man!"

[@JimjazzMoto]

Nice tutorial sir i learned a lot

[@ae70gts]

always a pleasure watching your videos. nicholas greece.

[@IchibanMoto]

thank you for stopping my Nicholas !

[@TheUnitedEstates]

the only relevant motorcycle channel. bless

[@PAPATexas]

Merry Christmas Ichiban!

[@IchibanMoto]

Merry Christmas PAPA !

[@rustandoil]

Hey, Ichiban!... Where you been man!?... Great to see a new video from you, keep 'em coming 👍🏼😎

[@rickbates9232]

You sir are a magician ... such quick hands ...

[@neilotis4589]

Truly Badass Badassnes!!!!! I’m shocked this video didn’t get published in spring.

[@ConDamage88]

Very helpful information..Thanks buddy for the tutorial.

[@g.simard854]

I miss you and your humour this was awesome 😍

[@IchibanMoto]

new vids soon !

[@vincentsumner5232]

We miss you.

[@thebigbail]

Lol, this channel is bad ass! I found your stuff looking at pipe wrap videos. Must be tired (that’s my story anyway) didn’t realize the parody until reading comments. Good stuff 👍🏽

[@IchibanMoto]

thanks for watching and sharing! hope to make more videos soon

[@supergranfadiytvlange618]

I'm your new subscriber sir....thank you for great idea you've shared to us...

[@Ruslan_Flash]

Very interesting video

[@littlereptilian7580]

I love how Allen Millyard has your stickers in his workshop

[@IchibanMoto]

Oh yes! so awesome. Allen wins shed engineer five out of five.. I have a badass autographed postcard from Allen . Framed of course.

[@Gobbbbb]

Love Allen, his videos are so therapeutic, educational and badass!

[@AXV22]

Whoah! Welcome back dude!!! Kick-Ass video :D

[@herzbergfarm8633]

When I first came to this channel I thought you were being serious for about the first 2 videos then I caught on to the jokes. I love this channel so much where have you gone... Make More Videos!!!!

[@IchibanMoto]

I am making new videos this year!

[@dylanwillyams]

Ichiban Moto hell ya!!!!

[@johnGemal]

We love your videos

[@breadlowry]

So bad ass! Great work brother.

[@husainpatanwalabadri]

I like how its never 5 stickers

[@bobgibb2781]

I ordered five and got six 6 and a Nickeltown Customs sticker AND a hand signed certificate of Badassness .

[@thnksno]

Bad ass! I need to do the shocks on my John Deere Cyclone. They too are the skookum black bodied, high pressure, nitrogen filled type. I was a little apprehensive until I saw this quick tutorial.

[@OkFixer]

I have the cyclones 250 brother...the challenger. And YES...now I also can rebuild my shock absorbers as well.....I hope it will now handle better that it (“three wheeled shopping cart full of bowling balls going down hill”) It handles now..

[@hilarybramley7529]

Hello Ichiban, so pleased to see the video

[@IchibanMoto]

thanks for stopping by Hilary ! still have your Triumph?

[@hilarybramley7529]

No, I've got a Suzuki, quite a change, and I'm probably too old for it, but it goes like a bomb and I love it . Glad you remembered the Triumph, though. Best wishes

[@swanginfleet]

I used to always watch and get a good laugh. Wish you still uploaded.

[@IchibanMoto]

I will. not timeline tho

[@KazoMoto]

Nothing to dislike here guys great video. Very informative. New sub

[@MrRichard57000]

Just in time for my cagiva stx 125.... Thanks pal

[@davidskeen4000]

Great info , thank you .

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love that word ''BADASS''

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BAD ASS! (welcome back!)

[@MrBiggabit]

Absolutely awesome 👍

[@REVSANITY]

Man this is super helpful 🤙🏽🤙🏽

[@bradclenttv8715]

Nice I learned keep it up ❤❤

[@greiner7414]

Welcome back! Badass!!!!