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Title: Katana Rear Shock rebound dial orientation
Post by: joefromsf on February 09, 2004, 06:35:21 PM
Just got my Katana rear shock today that I scored on ebay. I cleaned it up and am ready to install.

Is there a best side to orient the rebound dial at the top of the shock? I'm trying to determine which side gives best access for adjustments? Chain side (left) or brake side (right)?

Its hard for me to tell what might be in the way because I have 2/3 of the bike dismantled at the moment.

Thanks.
Title: Katana Rear Shock rebound dial orientation
Post by: Turkina on February 09, 2004, 10:08:26 PM
I think I have mine pointed to the left (chain side).  But that was unplanned... I think the rear brake stuff might interfere a little.

All I know is adjusting the preload is a PITA  :x
Title: Katana Rear Shock rebound dial orientation
Post by: rjsjr on February 10, 2004, 03:14:06 AM
I have mine with the rebound damping to the right.  Its much easier to reach on the sidestand and I think a little more accessible to get your hand in there since you aren't reaching over the chain guard.  I can adjust it at stoplights while sitting on the bike, though not easily (useful for when you have to hit the slabs and want to cut back on the hobby-horsing).