Rear Shock Upgrade - Step by Step Guide | Mountain Bike Rear Suspension

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00:00 Intro
00:42 Shock Sizing
3:05 Upgrade Options
6:20 Compatibility
11:42 Words of Advice
Upgrading the rear shock on your mountain bikes is one of the best and most noticeable ways to change the feel and performance of your bike. When looking to upgrade your bike's rear shock, there are a few key elements to know and consider. Things like shock length, stroke, and eye to eye measurements are crucial to know before you make any kind of change. Also, consider if you want a coil shock or an air shock. Both have their advantages and disadvantages. Not to mention which brand to choose from - there are countless options from Fox, RockShox, Push, Cane Creek, and more. Sounds like a lot...it is. Thankfully, Jeff and Jared are here to explain everything you need to know about upgrading your MTB rear suspension. Get a notepad out because this episode is loaded with good information. Enjoy!
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  • @WorldwideCyclery
    @WorldwideCyclery3 жыл бұрын

    What shock are you currently running? Let us know!

  • @samfalk8420

    @samfalk8420

    3 жыл бұрын

    My legs haha, but hopefully soon a Rockshox Deluxe on an Evil.

  • @jinavl

    @jinavl

    3 жыл бұрын

    You two have very different heads.. LMAO

  • @space4158

    @space4158

    3 жыл бұрын

    im currently running a rockshox super deluxe select +

  • @serojarlo2059

    @serojarlo2059

    3 жыл бұрын

    When is the review of the new float X? Thanks

  • @Phonophobia

    @Phonophobia

    3 жыл бұрын

    DPX2 factory but wanna get rid of the Kashima, don't like the looks of it. Super Deluxe incoming!

  • @Wabit01
    @Wabit013 жыл бұрын

    I got a shock recently when my wife left me - I consider this to be a substantial upgrade.

  • @PL-fh8cz

    @PL-fh8cz

    Жыл бұрын

    Watch the section on compatibility issues? 😊

  • @hadihossain6585

    @hadihossain6585

    Жыл бұрын

    😂

  • @nipahaus6206
    @nipahaus62063 жыл бұрын

    This is unbelievable ,I’m using hard tail and road bike, but I’m keep watching this two funny guy anyway thanks for your tips 🚴‍♂️🚴‍♂️🚴‍♂️

  • @zachwaymire1458
    @zachwaymire14583 жыл бұрын

    Blowing through travel and blowing minds🤯

  • @rickbullotta2036
    @rickbullotta2036 Жыл бұрын

    One thing you should mention regarding shock fit/compatibility is that, in general, the orientation of the shock does not matter - either the front/back orientation or flipping it vertically. The dynamics are identical independent of the orientation. It may look a little odd, but you can fit some shocks with piggyback reservoirs in more bikes this way.

  • @RobertHolguin
    @RobertHolguin3 жыл бұрын

    Coincidentally, I called with some of these questions on the same day this was posted and I can attest to the fact that the virtual hand-holding was incredibly helpful. Thank you.

  • @gaboleo94
    @gaboleo943 жыл бұрын

    I've been looking for the explanation given in 6:20 for like 2 weeks now, this is the third time I've found the information needed in your channel thank you!... besides you explain this in terms understandable for a mortal mtber like me.

  • @gpearce11
    @gpearce113 жыл бұрын

    One point I've noticed for choosing between air and coil can be rider weight, which is especially important for very tall riders (i.e. people at the very limit of XL/XXL frame recommendations). Thanks to maximum recommended air pressures, air shocks have a maximum weight limit before sag simply becomes too much to ride with. With a coil shock, on the other hand, sag is dependent on the spring weight, and there are plenty (or at least enough) 700+lb springs available that would work for people too heavy to run air shocks.

  • @sammybarsano7124
    @sammybarsano71243 жыл бұрын

    You guys are awesome, I ride road bikes but love the videos for the comedic effect you guys pull off

  • @thatblackengineer6011
    @thatblackengineer60113 жыл бұрын

    so glad they made this video. Only took me over a month to finally get proper information to have confidence in picking out a new rear suspension.

  • @mortadhaabdul565
    @mortadhaabdul5653 жыл бұрын

    Can you do upgrading your fork? I really like this channel! You talk and mention everything as good as experts. Thanks

  • @WorldwideCyclery

    @WorldwideCyclery

    3 жыл бұрын

    We did a video on forks already 😁 - kzread.info/dash/bejne/n5-HrcOdlbaxhMY.html

  • @Asthbendriel
    @Asthbendriel3 жыл бұрын

    The more complex a rear suspension system is, the harder it is to upgrade to a better, compatible shock that is tuned or can be tuned the proper way. Then again, this is a great guide, thank you very much!

  • @vladborkus2784
    @vladborkus27842 жыл бұрын

    Good point. Most videos talk about eye to eye sizes and stroke, but rarely somebody talks about the rear shock simply do not squeeze into my frame. I was negatively surprised when my new Fox shock did not fit due to LV and SV size difference. And there is very little info about that in general. Frequent rare issues, yes.

  • @snow_en
    @snow_en2 жыл бұрын

    Really helpful video, Bought a frame with a busted Rockshox Ario and didn't know what to get until that whole part about what I felt was missing. Now I find myself in another rabbit hole trying to find a good and not wallet destroying 165mm rear shock.

  • @charlie9ine
    @charlie9ine3 жыл бұрын

    Not really looking to upgrade my shock but... it’s fun watching you guys and I am learning stuff.

  • @luciendeleze3795
    @luciendeleze37953 жыл бұрын

    Just upgraded my Rocky Mountain altitude with a fox float x2 factory today. Absolutely love it!! 🤩🤩

  • @benilak
    @benilak3 жыл бұрын

    Wow, I saw the link to the new version on your old video, but I did not expect the new video to have literally come out today. What a coincidence, I suppose this is destiny

  • @sml2238
    @sml22383 жыл бұрын

    I over-stroked my yeti during a lunch ride. Not only did my longer stroke length feel amazing for me but but it felt better for others as well. Finally with a longer stroke length I’m now able to stuff some shoots I’d never be able to reach the bottom of previously. It feels awesome ! 😜 but for the best feels...I'd highly recommend over-stroking your shaft while simultaneously under-tickling your seat tube.

  • @RicardoPetrazzi
    @RicardoPetrazzi3 жыл бұрын

    Guys, I'm just Shocked by your advice 😱🤘👊😀😜

  • @seekingadventure7886
    @seekingadventure78863 жыл бұрын

    Ya'll are a hoot! On a serious note good info.

  • @adamenglander
    @adamenglander3 жыл бұрын

    Straight FIRE

  • @lord_timpa4902
    @lord_timpa49023 жыл бұрын

    Nice thinking about buying an new shock

  • @zackweaver1957
    @zackweaver19573 жыл бұрын

    I wouldn't mind looking like Jared one day. I like his shirt a lot

  • @azkool5106
    @azkool51063 жыл бұрын

    nice vid!

  • @mctg9043
    @mctg90432 жыл бұрын

    This video was so so helpful like wow all my questions are answered. kinda disappointed I'm stuck with 120mm travel on the rear forever though :/

  • @Paintbl99
    @Paintbl992 жыл бұрын

    This is excellent thank you. I have an ohlins on my 2016 specialized enduro pro carbon and the seals are blown. It won’t hold pressure beyond a few days. Starting to look at replacement options.

  • @billderas3420
    @billderas34203 жыл бұрын

    Have a 2020 Speicalized Levo SL with a FOX FLOAT DPS Performance, 3-position adjustment, 52.5x210mm, Rx Trail Tune and looking for something more tuneable and having less stiction. Assume the new FOX Float X will fit my Levo SL. Did get a FOX 36 Factory Fork from you a few weeks ago and absolutely love it. Now, need to bring the rear shock of my bike up to the level of its new fork.

  • @Justforfun-ek7et
    @Justforfun-ek7et2 жыл бұрын

    Sweet, just came from the fork upgrade video.

  • @luislopez1800
    @luislopez18003 жыл бұрын

    As always great information, very informative (in a way a five-year-old could understand) which is exactly what I needed. My only question: When exactly did Jack Black join the Worldwide Cyclery team?

  • @forestkan6653
    @forestkan66533 жыл бұрын

    Bought a 11-6 for my size S SB130 and had one of the high speed damper knobs take paint off the inside of my downtube. Push swapped out the knob with a low profile preset knob for free, but I wish they would have told me about this issue as they said they knew about the issue beforehand.

  • @simonshawmusic
    @simonshawmusic3 жыл бұрын

    Ohlins has a setup guide which advises which of their shock options are recommended for your specific frame and your rider weight.... it even gives you recommended volume spacer numbers and pressures......

  • @shashiekka7917
    @shashiekka7917 Жыл бұрын

    PERFECT!!

  • @kyleslater5245
    @kyleslater52453 жыл бұрын

    I overstroked my giant trance... but I experimented a lot and ended up with a 2.5mm travel spacer over the stock 6mm spacer. With no contact under harsh bottom out/frame flex. Probably could have gone the full 6mm if I had been willing to live without the piggyback.

  • @Domabbott
    @Domabbott3 жыл бұрын

    Jared, show me your sweater vest!

  • @notinuse795
    @notinuse7953 жыл бұрын

    dynamic duo

  • @JCintheBCC
    @JCintheBCC3 жыл бұрын

    "Chances are, if you are trying to do it, and no one else has done it before, you probably shouldn't do it." That is some sage advice.

  • @tunatony

    @tunatony

    2 жыл бұрын

    If you're trying to out-think the designer... what does that say about his design to begin with?

  • @diegovillacrez8349
    @diegovillacrez83493 жыл бұрын

    Jeff talks the most, but you can tell Jared is really the star of the show.

  • @jim6335
    @jim63353 жыл бұрын

    I over stroke by 2.5 mm. You can test the clearance issue by taking out all the air and compression the suspension.

  • @jcgrundell7853
    @jcgrundell78533 жыл бұрын

    Hey guys! Awesome advice all the time. I am riding an older 2011 Norco Range 2 with a Rockshox Monarch rt3 8.5" /2.5" rear shock. I want to go coil. What coil shock would you guys recommend. Cheers

  • @sorinvladu7021
    @sorinvladu70213 жыл бұрын

    Damn McClure they came out with this right after you got yours

  • @saggiescoobs9319
    @saggiescoobs93193 жыл бұрын

    Yo Jared good seeing u at sky park 😁

  • @tiger941
    @tiger9413 жыл бұрын

    I own a hard tail, still enjoyed the video haha

  • @isaiassanchez2098
    @isaiassanchez20983 жыл бұрын

    knowledge and funny keep it up

  • @175thStreet
    @175thStreet3 жыл бұрын

    Damn I wish I'd seen this video before buying a rear shock last year 😳😅

  • @quinlanprice
    @quinlanprice3 жыл бұрын

    This video is helpful I want to replace mine because it’s clapped.

  • @joenic4303

    @joenic4303

    3 жыл бұрын

    Haven't heard of the clap in that context. Does it mean the shock has totally failed?

  • @Antjan46
    @Antjan46 Жыл бұрын

    Great advice, thank you. I’ve just bought a 2020 S2 Stumpjumper carbon 29’er. Limited Edition Troy Lee Designs, it came with a Fox DHX2 coil 500lb. I feel a could go with a 450 (I’m 69kg - 152lb) Any advice? This video was super helpful but are there any other SJ riders here using coil that can share their experience? Thanks in advance 🤘🏽

  • @pedalstrkrmtb7716
    @pedalstrkrmtb77163 жыл бұрын

    You guys are hilarious 😆! I may have no interest in the topic, still love your videos.

  • @bradmetzgar7344
    @bradmetzgar73443 жыл бұрын

    Well.....color me disappointed. I saw the first chapter and saw "Eye-to-Eye-----Stroke----then, Mount" and thought I was going to see a whole different type of flick. :-D Great video on shocks! Keep up the work.

  • @Johnsmithabcde
    @Johnsmithabcde2 жыл бұрын

    Hi worldwide Is it possible for you to make a video on how to allign the circular washers when reinstalling shocks and pivot bolts. I am finding it extremely difficult to do

  • @lewisatkinson7277
    @lewisatkinson72773 жыл бұрын

    Love overstrocking my shock

  • @SaberFTW
    @SaberFTW3 жыл бұрын

    You guys got any shock suggestions for the 2021 Stumpjumper carbon? With the carbon flexstays how do you even tune for it? Also will it fit a float X?

  • @rolux4853
    @rolux48533 жыл бұрын

    What do you think of the EXT Suspension Storia LOK V3? I’ve seen you displayed it on the UNNO, so how do you like it? I’m riding it in my Nukeproof Mega with a custom tune for my frame and style of riding and it’s THE absolute best shock I’ve ever ridden! Makes my Mega more plush and capable than my older DH bikes all while still having amazing amounts of pop and insane climbing abilities!

  • @micheandmikey
    @micheandmikey3 жыл бұрын

    ........that's right........LOL Jared's the best!

  • @mattyosborne1453
    @mattyosborne14533 жыл бұрын

    My 2021 Norco Fluid FS3 has a 190 x 45 Xfusion shock. What you recommend upgrading to

  • @canaanjarvis1853
    @canaanjarvis18533 жыл бұрын

    What shock should I get for my hard tail ?

  • @XCRiders
    @XCRiders3 жыл бұрын

    When will I be able to get my hands on the screw on fender for my?? Rockshox SID Ultimate Race Day - Crown 29" Boost 15x110 120mm Gloss Black 44 Offset Tapered DebonAir, Maxle Stealth C1

  • @user-bb7bc1kb7l
    @user-bb7bc1kb7l6 ай бұрын

    Awesome vid! You guys talked about over stroking but didn’t talk about under stroking. Is there a particular threshold that’s OK to move forward with. Specifically, i have a 190x51 shock on my bike (OEM) and am looking to replace and options I like only have 190x50. Is 1mm actually going to have significant impact in performance?

  • @mikenimmick3920
    @mikenimmick39203 жыл бұрын

    Advice please. I have a 2020 Trek Rail 9.7 emtb. Stock Rockshox rear shock w/o a reservoir. I'd like to upgrade to a Fox Float but can't determine if it will fit on my bike due to the Fox having the reservoir. Any words of advice on this?? Usually ride in dry midwest trails with lots of roots and rocky dirt. Thanks in advance.

  • @taufiqaung7450
    @taufiqaung74502 жыл бұрын

    Hi I am riding Devinci django 2016 model .my rear travel was 120 mm according to spec guide .. so please do advise me what kind of shock I should look for ?

  • @thefrappuccinos2yt858
    @thefrappuccinos2yt8582 жыл бұрын

    Can you rotate the eyelets on a shock to match the bike?

  • @01saved
    @01saved3 жыл бұрын

    I’ve got a 2002 Trek Fuel 80 in excellent condition. The rear shock is a Fox Float Racing air shock. Is there an upgrade out there that will work on this bike and have a lock out on it?

  • @charlie9ine
    @charlie9ine3 жыл бұрын

    I’m almost in the sweet spot in my bike setup. Rebound is still something I’m struggling with. I’m close but...

  • @-p-s6809
    @-p-s68093 жыл бұрын

    @worldwidecyclery I wanted to tune my torque:on 8 with an coil shock but I'm not sure if thia is possible due to the compatibility issues you mentioned in Chapter 3. Do you guys have an answer if a coil ahock is possible to ride on that specific bike?

  • @benelliott1241
    @benelliott12412 жыл бұрын

    Hi, I have a nukeproof mega and looking to upgrade to a coil. The size is 230x65 and the coil I’ve seen is 230x62.5 would that be ok or best to avoid? Many thanks

  • @zzlat_
    @zzlat_3 жыл бұрын

    THAT'S RIGHT

  • @bikebuild3114
    @bikebuild31143 жыл бұрын

    Quick question. Im try to install new rear shock. But i dont know if i have to rise the frame a bit to install new shock. Am i doing it right? I think if i dont rase the frame the triangle, would it smash the frame when i lift the bike Please help

  • @bonham4994sts9
    @bonham4994sts93 жыл бұрын

    That's right!

  • @sandiegojody
    @sandiegojody2 жыл бұрын

    Any recommendation for a shock upgrade on a 2021 Santa Cruz Tallboy?

  • @amoswong8793
    @amoswong87933 жыл бұрын

    Would you recommend PUSH coil for the 2021 yeti sb130? Not sure if it fits well.. PUSH got it customised for the sb130 but still… not sure if the bike will ride differently

  • @aus109
    @aus1092 жыл бұрын

    When you find your measurements its written out like this e.g. 190x50mm or 7.5x2in (Eye length x Stroke length). You guys didn't mention that part. Now its easy to search which shocks are even compatible with your frame.

  • @dubblearr7622
    @dubblearr76223 жыл бұрын

    What about upgrading the frame on your shock 🤔

  • @McSchwabl
    @McSchwabl3 жыл бұрын

    There are progressive coil springs, best of both worlds for linear designed frames

  • @SuperDido25
    @SuperDido252 жыл бұрын

    would anyone please let me know does 230/60 is compatible with Remedy 7 2020 or i will mess up the geometry? the stock version is 230/57.5. can't find anything on trek's website

  • @86309
    @863093 жыл бұрын

    Fox service website section, type in the 4 letter code on your current fox shock , and it will tell you the size and stroke , and what bike it came on. Such as KTM Prowler 230x65

  • @eliaswiesenthal3419
    @eliaswiesenthal34192 жыл бұрын

    I want to upgrade my current 150mm shock from rockshock to a 160mm rockshock and I dont know if I can do it

  • @mrkeopele
    @mrkeopele Жыл бұрын

    advice please: I've got a Giant AC Air Light, 2002 model, which I am converting to electric, the rear shock is leaking on the bottom, which shocks would you recommend as a replacement?

  • @kryostazis4415
    @kryostazis44153 ай бұрын

    i love his ymca moustache

  • @jettfibbens7981
    @jettfibbens79812 жыл бұрын

    When upgrading you need to match the same shock sizes correct?

  • @skinbad1
    @skinbad13 жыл бұрын

    That’s right!!!

  • @hevdread
    @hevdread3 жыл бұрын

    what happens to your push industries shock when you end up losing 20lbs? is it then useless to you?

  • @alanbachman6453

    @alanbachman6453

    3 жыл бұрын

    You would send the shock in and have then re-tune it.

  • @hevdread

    @hevdread

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@alanbachman6453 well that sounds easier than loosing the 20lbs to start with.

  • @WorldwideCyclery

    @WorldwideCyclery

    3 жыл бұрын

    That's right

  • @sixties00
    @sixties002 жыл бұрын

    Hey, will a foxshox spring fit on a DVO Jade?? Generally what spring brands fit on DVO Jade?

  • @R3ddyyg
    @R3ddyyg3 жыл бұрын

    I want to change my shock, but my frame really doesn't allow me to do so... I have a canyon strive 2014

  • @ignaciosevil1944
    @ignaciosevil19442 жыл бұрын

    How do get my slash 2021 with a coil? Could be rockshkx or Fox

  • @subseven949
    @subseven949 Жыл бұрын

    can i use an ebike tuned rear shock on a non-motorized bike? same eye to eye and stroke.

  • @chispagiddings
    @chispagiddings3 жыл бұрын

    Please do a coil shock comparison, I’m searching for a replacement of my rockshox super deluxe 😁😁

  • @SpencerBaum

    @SpencerBaum

    3 жыл бұрын

    Fox dhx2

  • @mountainsteward7776

    @mountainsteward7776

    3 жыл бұрын

    Meg neg

  • @ezmoize
    @ezmoize2 жыл бұрын

    Can i replace the rear shock to a fixed one to make it a hardtail?

  • @vf12497439
    @vf124974392 жыл бұрын

    Maybe easier to rebuild and instal upgraded guts in your stock suspension? Is that a thing?

  • @argiesrctoyreview6735
    @argiesrctoyreview67356 ай бұрын

    Hello I’m new to mtbing. I just picked up a 2024 polygon D6 and I wanted to upgrade rear shock and I know the one on the bike is 190x45 but I can’t seem to find that size I can only really find 190x50/51. Can I use this size and do you have any recommendations? Thank you and keep them videos coming

  • @franciscot4552
    @franciscot45523 жыл бұрын

    Are you carrying the new Fox float X?

  • @doncrescas
    @doncrescas3 жыл бұрын

    I see Mario, but what the heck did they do with Luigi?

  • @1bhaalkc273
    @1bhaalkc2733 ай бұрын

    Would i benefit of the rear suspension when i am 250lb, riding just light terrain and standard roads? I currently have the hard tail bike.

  • @macros8650
    @macros8650 Жыл бұрын

    "I have a 2016 carbon Trek Slash 9.9 that came with a Monarch Plus RC3 shock 210x60 and I want to switch to a coil shock. The problem is that I can't find the exact travel measurement. Is there a specific shock that you would recommend? Thank you!"

  • @fafter2533
    @fafter2533 Жыл бұрын

    Can i put a normal shock with a 40x10 amd 28x8

  • @sandysmtb
    @sandysmtb2 жыл бұрын

    Im running 190x45. Can i change that to 200x51? Cheers

  • @adrian_veidt
    @adrian_veidt2 жыл бұрын

    I really need your help guys. I built an old school astrix stryke. It had a manitou swinger spv air shock. The spec sheet says it had rear shock of 200mm x 55mm and a rear travel of 6.5 inches I wanna ask for a compatible shock I can buy as an upgrade.

  • @adamharris2674
    @adamharris26742 жыл бұрын

    Sooo if I have a Marin Hawk Hill 1 with a factory 210x50 "custom tune" X-Fusion shock and I want to upgrade to a Fox Float X2 210x52.5 mm that's a NoGo huh?

  • @milesofsmilesmtb8762
    @milesofsmilesmtb87624 ай бұрын

    Im trying to find the shock size on my 2016 kona process 153, ive looked all over their website and on various different sites. Does anyone know? Please help!

  • @nalingoonawardana915
    @nalingoonawardana9154 ай бұрын

    Hi I bought a second hand Trek Remedy 2017 that came with RockShox Deluxe 230*57.5. Can you recommend a compatible shock that is easy to find to replace as we found after few days the rear shock is gone. :-(

  • @Luis_Serralha
    @Luis_Serralha2 ай бұрын

    Hey guys! Do you know if the Rock Shox Deluxe RLC3 Nude shock can take volume spacers? I've got one of these shocks and I'm not being able to fit the Deluxe/Super Deluxe spacers in there

  • @mtbshredz7213
    @mtbshredz72133 жыл бұрын

    trying to upgrade a 2021 stumpjumper comp alloy. 140/130. Stock size is 190x45 , I see on the higher up models that they are coming with a 210x55, does ANYONE know what the difference is ? different yoke ? confused. Help lol

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