E160s mx rear shock

[muddy Kev.34]

just got my self a fox x2 rear shock second before i think about fitting it is there anything i might need before i strip me bike any help would be great

 

[Mikerb]

If it is the correct overall length and the same stroke as you existing shock then the only other things to sort are the shock fittings at either end. .......and you will limited in terms of water bottle attachment.

 

[JonnyManc]

...and you will limited in terms of water bottle attachment.

Any reason to not mount it 'backwards'?

 

[Mikerb]

No idea!!

 

[JonnyManc]

@Rob Rides EMTB

You ever done any tests on shocks mounted 'backwards'?

 

[Graffo]

just got my self a fox x2 rear shock second before i think about fitting it is there anything i might need before i strip me bike any help would be great

Hello,

Did you ever manage to get this shock on the bike? I have an E-160S MX and looking at a new rear shock. I wasn't sure if it would have enough clearance from the frame with the X2. Also looked at the Rockshox Vivid but this seems pretty big.

Cheers

 

[muddy Kev.34]

yea all fitted with no problems just had to swap over spacers only down side is water bottle room but i use a evoc bum bag