Front shocks for motorcycles | Dapper Motor
Front shocks for motorcycles without a regular telescopic fork, such as Telelever and Earles forks. Pick your make, model and year and see only what fits.
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Which front shock fits my motorcycle? A front shock is the damper in the front suspension of bikes without a regular telescopic fork, such as the BMW Telelever. Pick your make, model and year in the bike selector and you only see the front shocks that fit. The range is mostly for BMW right now.
There are over 20 front shocks, almost all from YSS, with lengths from about 315 to 390 mm. Most are length adjustable. They fit Telelever models such as the R850, R1100, R1150 and R1200, plus a few pairs for the Earles fork of the R50/2, R60/2 and R69 S.
Measure length from the centre of one mounting eye to the centre of the other, preferably on the shock that is on the bike now. If you want to replace front and rear at once, look at the sets.
About ABE: more than half of the front shocks have an ABE, with the KBA number on the product. The Earles pairs are custom builds assessed by TÜV without a model specific ABE. If nothing is shown, the status is not confirmed yet.
Frequently asked questions
Which front shock fits my motorcycle?
Pick your make, model and year in the bike selector. You then only see the front shocks listed for your bike. If your bike is not there, ask us before you order.
What is a Telelever shock?
A Telelever has a single shock in the front suspension instead of springs in the fork. You buy it on its own or in a set together with the rear shock.
How do I choose the right length?
Measure from the centre of one mounting eye to the other on the shock that is on the bike now. Choose the same length, or an adjustable shock whose range covers it.
Do front shocks have an ABE?
More than half do, with the KBA number on the product. The pairs for the Earles fork are assessed by TÜV without a model specific ABE. If nothing is shown, the status is not confirmed yet.
When should I replace a front shock?
When it leaks oil, when the front bottoms out or keeps bouncing, or when damping feels softer than it used to.