Squeaky rear bike shock/spring
04-14-23, 05:14 PM
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Squeaky rear bike shock/spring
The suspension spring on the back of my bike is making a squeak every time it compresses. It’s quite loud and I’m not sure if it’s the actual shock or points for it to compress its not being lubricated, or if one of the bolts in the point for it to compress is loose. If anyone can help me with my issue it would be greatly appreciated.
04-14-23, 06:53 PM
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The suspension spring on the back of my bike is making a squeak every time it compresses. It’s quite loud and I’m not sure if it’s the actual shock or points for it to compress its not being lubricated, or if one of the bolts in the point for it to compress is loose. If anyone can help me with my issue it would be greatly appreciated.
Consider a drop of oil at the spring end caps, and both mounting/pivot bolts.
If you're curious, you might lube one place at a time and test ride. If not, do it all at once.
BTW don't forget about the swing arm pivot. Even if it's on a ball bearing, the bracket faces need an oil film.
Come back for the advanced course if you still have the same issue.
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04-14-23, 09:29 PM
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Specifically you should find teflon oil like TriFlow. TriFlow is a superior multi use lube, you can use it anywhere on a bike for anything that needs lube, even the chain, but there is better chain lube, but TriFlow is better for everything else on a bike.
04-14-23, 11:20 PM
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sounds like it's time for some much over-due maintenance... and none of us can do that for you.
Squeaks are Metal on metal chatter... the parts repeatedly stick and release... you hear your bike screaming for help.
Squeaks are Metal on metal chatter... the parts repeatedly stick and release... you hear your bike screaming for help.
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there are any number of videos that have tips on avoiding suspension failure.
here's an article on the subject.
https://bikerumor.com/suspension-tec...ting-smoothly/
here's an article on the subject.
https://bikerumor.com/suspension-tec...ting-smoothly/
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