Rear shock oem swap

[Moogus]

Hi all,

Would anyone happen to know if a rear shock unit from a 2015-2018 GTR will fit my 2011 GTR?
Many thanks 😊

[Lonewolf]

It should do because it's the same model isn't it?

[virginiajim]

A parts list should confirm that...

[Moogus]

I thought the 2 models were very similar. The shock itself looks identical to the 2011 shock.
Info from the seller suggested it is the same but firmer which I feel, as I'm mostly going to be touring 2 up, will be perfect.

...I took the plunge and bought it. If it doesn't fit I can always sell it again 

[virginiajim]

The shock assembly part numbers are subtly different.

2011  45014-0429-23A  That same part number is used in the 2013 and 2014  assuming 2012 as well.

2018  45014-0509-23A used in 2015-2020 bikes

Bear in mind that this doesn't mean it won't fit but you're taking your chances.  Kwackers changed something in it for 2015 on...

[Moogus]

Thanks for that VJ. The change might be the firmness as suggested by the seller.

Not a huge problem. As said, I can always sell it on if no use to me.

[virginiajim]

Could be just internal valving...

[Boomer]

Most likely they fixed the sticking preload adjusters. 😁

[O.C.]

Most likely they fixed the sticking preload adjusters. 😁

Many a true word spoken in jest     

[Moogus]

Arrived today. Its in good condition. Adjuster turns ok, its a little stiff but not sure if that's normal as my original is seized.

I think I'll leave it soaking in wd40 before I fit it to the moose (my gtr)

Counted 16 clicks in total which, I think, is less than earlier units...