Could someone please answer a guestion for me? I was trying to reinstall the right rear shock on my '85 gl1200I. The bolt is threaded on the end. After trying several times to get the bolt to start I gave up and looked into the hole it's supposed to thread into only to find there are no threads in the hole. Is this right? Does the bolt just push in and hold the shock in place or am I missing something? Any help is greatly appreciated!
Steve
The bolt has threads and a section without threads for the shock bushing to sit on. The hole for the bolt is theaded, but just the section near the bottom of the hole. As mentioned, they can be difficult to get started. If you put something under the tire to lift it slightly it can make it easier.
If yours has no threads whatsoever, then you will need to have it repaired. Also, if they are damaged, you should be able to see some evidence on the bolt itself.
Bill