Rear Shock Absorber Stage6 R/T MK2 Upside Down Piaggio Zip / Typhoon
Description
Stage6 R/T MK2 Upside Down Shock Piaggio Zip
The Stage6 team went all in once again and proudly presents the latest version of their high-end rear shock absorber: Stage6 R/T MKII Upside Down rear shock absorber for Piaggio Zip / Typhoon.
The previous model has been the gold standard in race-grade suspension for over 10 years. With the MKII, Stage6 aimed to push performance even further to meet the demands of hardcore tuners and racers.
Developed in close collaboration with top engineers and technicians who bring deep experience in racing and Piaggio Zip setups. The Zip runs with two individual mono shocks (this one is the rear), and handling is very different from a motorcycle, mainly due to its chassis, seat height, and asymmetrical engine layout.
After extensive bench testing and real-life race track sessions, Stage6 created a shock that adapts perfectly to the rider's style and delivers sharp, responsive performance with maximum grip, even under extreme racing conditions.
The Stage6 R/T MKII is a hydraulic gas pressure shock absorber with an external reservoir, just like you’d find in true high-end tuning builds. To match the suspension to your weight, riding style, and track, it comes with these settings:
- Preload (at the spring base)
- Compression (orange adjusting screw)
- Rebound (black adjusting screw)
With these settings, the shock absorber can be perfectly adjusted to the rider's weight and compression damping and rebound damping can be precisely controlled. The adjustment range is optimized, i.e. each click makes a noticeable difference.
You can also adjust rear axle height, which allows you to influence overall handling, as well as braking performance and cornering behavior. The shock absorber is adjustable by +/- 40mm and fits all currently available Piaggio engine cases – original Piaggio, Malossi C-One / RC-One, Polini P.R.E., Top Performances, or Ottopuntouno / 8.1.
Additional tuning possible with springs in different stiffness levels (sold separately).
Don’t forget to order a shock buffer (OE-PIA178149) to get the best results.
Details Stage6 R/T MK2 rear shock Zip
- Adjustable spring preload
- Adjustable compression
- Adjustable rebound
- Spring rate: 115LB
- Length: 335mm
Shock absorber
Basic functionality
Whether motocross, scooter, moped or motorcycle, shock absorbers have a very simple and basic function: they absorb shocks and vibrations to make riding comfortable and safe. Without shock absorbers, you wouldn't be able to reach very high speeds because the wheels wouldn't really stay on the ground.
Since shock absorbers provide the connection to the ground and are therefore one of the main safety elements of a vehicle, they need to be maintained regularly and be fully operational at all times.
What are the symptoms of a defective shock absorber?
A shock absorber is supposed to absorb shocks, but not simply act like a spring, otherwise it would act like a catapult.
If the shock absorber comes up too fast after compression, jams, squeaks or smears oil (oil leak), it must be repaired or replaced.
For motocross machines with high-end shock absorbers that are very expensive, there are repair kits for shock absorbers. However, you will need some technical know-how and special tools to do these repairs.
For scooters and 50cc motor cycles, it's often easier to buy inexpensive new shock absor bers to do a complete replacement like a car.
Simple, adjustable, Racing
Gas pressure or hydraulic, simple shock or complex system - there are many different types of shock absorbers.
On the one hand, spring travel is important, which allows for more or less intensive use, and there are also different options for adjusting the shock depending on the model.
There are simple models like most original shock absorbers on scooters. Shock absorbers can also have different adjustment options that allow the handling to be adapted to the rider, use and conditions. These include shocks with adjustable spring preload, high-low shocks with adjustable compression for low and high speeds, and shocks with adjustable rebound like the ones on motocross bikes.
Racing shock absorbers are the most technically advanced models, they have all the above adjustment options, are made of particularly high-quality materials and often have a special finish (eg, the popular "Kashima coating").
How to replace the shock absorber
| Rear Shock Absorber Stage6 R/T MK2 Upside Down Piaggio Zip / Typhoon | |
|---|---|
| Article no. | S6-14614011 |
| EAN | 4260405317660 |
| Weight | 2,31 kg |
| Series | R/T |
| Brand | Stage6 R/T |
| Product type | Shock absorber |
| Position | Rear |
| Length | 335 mm |
| Colour | Grey, Black, Orange |
Spare Parts
- Stage6 R/T
Spacer 40mm for rear shock absorber Stage6 R/T MK2 Piaggio Zip / Typhoon13,00 €In stockRRP28,50 €-54% DiscountSale - Stage6 R/T
Spring 115 LB / 170mm Stage6 R/T for shock absorber Piaggio43,00 €In stock soonRRP45,00 €-4% Discount - Stage6 R/T
Shock Absorber Spring 130 LB Stage6 R/T Piaggio26,00 €In stockRRP41,00 €-37% DiscountSale
- Piaggio
Buffer for shock absorber, top, underside, rear, 12x38x21mm Piaggio / Gilera4,20 €In stock - Stage6 R/T
Shock Absorber front Stage6 R/T MK2 Piaggio Zip SP1 / SP2 / Vespa577,00 €In stock soonRRP640,00 €-10% Discount - Stage6 R/T
Valve HL shock Stage6 R/T Limited Edition Piaggio Zip132,00 €In stockRRP146,00 €-10% Discount
