How to: 636 shock install. Step by step

[pauly75]

Just got mine done, going for a ride now.  Instead of using a screwdriver to pry up to get the bolts out, I just used my rear stand on the swingarm to lift(with my leg) to take the pressure off the bolts.  

Pretty easy mod.  Now for the ride.  

[mapex]

Have you got the axel stands just at the footpegs ? it can
take the weight then i take it. Got a jack and stands but
wasn't sure where to sit them.
Got the shock today and its in fab condition and the linkage
came a few days ago.
Got the rectifier all moved ect so just when i get time its going
on, its not great riding weather here but looking forward to trying
it out.
Great post this and just so helpfull..................appreciated.
2005 Z750S
2003 SHOCK
2005 LINKAGE.
 
Mark

[pauly75]

I had my jack stands under the "plates" that the pegs mount to.  I just used a couple towels on the stand to prevent damage.

[mapex]

Well thats the shock and linkage on and it fitted perfectly   like a glove
so a big thanks for the tek on how to do it, great job on that and all
the advice given to me on the subject.
Its 8.40pm and raining so i aint taking it out tonight.
 
05 Z750S
05 636 SHOCK
08 SHOCK LINKAGE
ORIGINAL Z DOGBONES.
 
Mark

[billyritchie]

hey great write up, just fitted zx6r 2004 shock, went in perfect, only about an hours work, going riding in the morning

[gandi]

Does z750s brake lines fit 636 shock?

[Mike L]

Does z750s brake lines fit 636 shock?

Not sure what you're referring to -- if you install the ZX6/636 shock on the stock swingarm, you don't disturb the brake line at all.  If you are asking whether the Z750S brake line will install on a ZX6/636 swingarm, that's a different question.  Might do a search here or on RiderForums to find a detailed post.

[gandi]

Sorry, I'd like to know if I have to change brake lines when I'll swap front forks (from 636), but have posted in wrong topic.

[qmctech]

Yes you need different lines for front or rear end swap. I called Helusa told them Z750s master with zx6 calipers and gave them the lengths and colors I wanted, they fit perfect, complete with stainless banjo bolts and copper washers. $50.00 per line any length.

[billynxn]

Great step by step instructions, just one question, what torque settings did you use putting it back together??
Cheers

[billynxn]

Bugger, tried to fit an 05-06 636 shock to an 08 (L8F) model and it won't go. The reg/rectifier bracket cant move and would have to cut to fit the shock.