GL1200 shocks on a GL1100. Need parts

[1TallTXn]

Picked up a pair of GL1200 air shocks to replace my wore out GL1100 shocks. I've acquired Progressive springs to go in them as well.

The bushings on my 1100 are wore out and I can't seem to find them still available through OEM sources. Anybody know what size they are and if the 11 and 1200's used the same size bushings?

Thanks in advance!

 

[David Mantle]

I have 1200 shocks on my 1983 GL110AD. Straightforward fittment , no other parts needed , 1100 bushes fit no problem.

 

[1TallTXn]

Good to know, Thanks!

 

[joedrum]

hi dave hows things going ,,,,,good info to know im thinkinking there shorter than stock 1100s a lot of people would like that me included :mrgreen:

 

[David Mantle]

Just to let you know why I have the 1200 shocks on my bike. The original 1100 ones sprang a leak and lost some oil and I was offered some from a 1200 just to try. They are a little longer ( about 1/2 inch ) but otherwise in good order. Since the 1200 is a heavier machine I gave it a go because when I am out with the wife the bike bottoms out too easily .
I now need to use slightly less air pressure in the rear than previously ( set on the second from bottom bar on the air pressure indicator gauge ) for solo use and higher when two up. Since fitting I can go round corners with more confidence because the grounding is a thing of the past. I do not know if this is because the original shocks were worn out or if it is because the new ones are so much better. But in either case I am glad I did swap them over.

 

[joedrum]

longer than 1100 shocks .. sounds like a good mod for sure.....thanks dave

 

[slabghost]

Dang it! Now I'm wanting 1200 shocks! I'm forever dragging something in tight corners.

 

[1TallTXn]

Anyone know where to pick up bushings for them? The ones between the top/bottom and the frame/swing arm.
The rest of the parts appear to be available through OEM sources.

 

[slabghost]

I'm told NAPA has various shock bushings if you can bring in one good one to match up.

 

[54Greybeard]

Bike Bandit has the OEM Honda bushings. I bought them when I redid my rear shocks.

 

[1TallTXn]

Ordered them from Service Honda. With everything I was ordering, they were nearly $15 cheaper than Bike Bandit.

Thanks for the suggestions/info!