X-Town 300 -Shock Absorber Replacement with YSS

[Neil955i]

YSS shocks on order. Next question, how much plastic has to be removed to get at the unit top end mounts?  I ask as I have “previous” for snapping fairing mounting pins! 😫

[mrmike]

YSS shocks on order. Next question, how much plastic has to be removed to get at the unit top end mounts?  I ask as I have “previous” for snapping fairing mounting pins! 😫

According to my Cyclepedia for the X-Town, the following have to be removed. Seat, luggage box, center cover, and body cover

[Neil955i]

Thanks Mike, looks like a good half day job then?

[Stig / Major Tom]

One cravat (like caveat..but easier to spell) to cyclepedia instructions.....they like to remove many panels and parts which are not necessarily mandatory to access some things you're trying to do.
The 2nd time you do a rear shock swap....you'll remember that.
🙃

Stig

[An Orange Crush]

Are there any aftermarket shocks for my 2011 DT300 that`ll make the ride less stiff and choppy?

[mrmike]

Are there any aftermarket shocks for my 2011 DT300 that`ll make the ride less stiff and choppy?

 



Are you aware that your factory shocks probably have several pre-load settings? You may just have to re-adjust them to your liking.

[An Orange Crush]

 



Are you aware that your factory shocks probably have several pre-load settings? You may just have to re-adjust them to your liking.

Yes I just about wore out the tool from adjusting them so much when I bought the scoot, just trying to find that sweet spot.

[agilebda]

Are there any aftermarket shocks for my 2011 DT300 that`ll make the ride less stiff and choppy?

The Honda SH 300 is a direct for the Downtown and the GTI from what I'm told. Do a search on ebay for SH300 shocks and you'll find loads of options. They can get up to the high hundreds $$$ for a good set.

HONDA NSS Forza EX (MF08) 250 2005-2007         
HONDA NSS Forza X (MF08) 250 2005-2007         
HONDA NSS Jazz 250 2001-2004         
HONDA NSS Jazz ABS 250 2001-2004         
HONDA SH (NF0211 / NF02A) 300 2007-2010         
HONDA SH (NF0211 / NF02A) 300 2007-2010         
HONDA SH (NF0221 / NF02C) 300 2011-2014         
HONDA SH ABS (NF0212) 300 2007-2010         
HONDA SH ABS (NF0231 / NF02D) 300 2011-2014         
HONDA SH ABS (NF0231 / NF02D) 300 2011-2014           
HONDA SH ABS (NF05A) 300 2015-2020         
KAWASAKI J 300 2014-2015           
KAWASAKI J ABS 300 2014-2015           
KAWASAKI J ABS 300 2014-2015           
KYMCO Downtown (V21000) 125 2009-2016           
KYMCO Downtown (V21000) 125 2009-2016         
KYMCO Downtown 200 2010-2015         
KYMCO People GTI IE 200 2010-2015           
KYMCO Xciting (T71000) 250 2004-2005           
KYMCO Xciting I (T71010) 250 2006-2008           
KYMCO Downtown 300 2009-2017           
KYMCO Downtown 300 2009-2017           
KYMCO Downtown ABS 300 2009-2017           
KYMCO Downtown ABS 300 2009-2017           
KYMCO People GTI ABS E4 300 2016-2016           
KYMCO People GTI IE / ABS 300 2010-2016           
KYMCO Xciting I 300 2008-2012           
KYMCO Xciting IR 300 2008-2014           
KYMCO Xciting I 400 2012-2013           
KYMCO Xciting 500 2005-2006           
KYMCO Xciting I 500 2006-2012           
KYMCO Xciting IR 500 2007-2014

[Neil955i]

Are there any aftermarket shocks for my 2011 DT300 that`ll make the ride less stiff and choppy?

YSS definitely do adjustable shocks for Downtown 300 models - I've just ordered a pair for my X-Town 300 which shared the part number with the Downtown - thanks to @Ruffus for pointing this out to me.

[Neil955i]

YSS definitely do adjustable shocks for Downtown 300 models - I've just ordered a pair for my X-Town 300 which shared the part number with the Downtown - thanks to @Ruffus for pointing this out to me.

Toys have arrived!

[Iahawk]

they look nice!!

[Ruffus]

Look good to me.
 There should be an adjustment tool come with.
If not, try a 6mm steel bar, could also be a 1/4 inch tool. But watch out for something which fits very tight, otherwise those holes are ruined easily.
Do NOT use a hook spanner, scratches all over.

[Neil955i]

Look good to me.
 There should be an adjustment tool come with.
If not, try a 6mm steel bar, could also be a 1/4 inch tool. But watch out for something which fits very tight, otherwise those holes are ruined easily.
Do NOT use a hook spanner, scratches all over.

The 6mm bar came with them 😀

[Stig / Major Tom]

Photos please of how much plastic has to come off, if any, to get at both ends of the shocks.

Stig

[Neil955i]

If I do it, then I will Stig. Thing is it’s due the annual service so I may get them to fit the shocks while it’s in the ‘shop? 

Edit: Yep I’ve taken the soft option. Scooter is booked in for its annual service for Monday so I’ve asked them to fit the shockers too! Will report on results before long.