Description
Shock riser kit Piaggio
STR8 kack-up kit for Piaggio, Gilera, Aprilia and Vespa scooters.
A must for anyone who wants to improve the design of their vehicle. Mounted directly between the shock absorber and the engine housing. A shock riser ensures a sportier seating position and look for the vehicle
The lift can be adjusted in four positions and the shock absorber can be raised by up to 5 cm. The STR8 riser is a cost-effective solution, as the original Piaggio shock absorber does not need to be replaced.
Piaggio shock riser:
- Color: Black
- Material: CNC aluminum
- Can be adjusted in 4 positions
- Allows raising shock / seat up to 5 cm
- Compatibility: Piaggio 2-stroke engine
Shock absorber Jack Up Kits
On 50cc scooters and motorcycle, the shock is often raised for aesthetic reasons. However, extending shock length does not only affect seat height and looks of your vehicle.
Advantages of height extensions
Raising the rear of a two-wheeler without changing the front suspension changes the vehicle geometry and thus also performance and handling.
If the rear end is higher than the front wheel, the result is a more closed caster angle. As a result, maneuverability in curves becomes better, but stability at high speeds is reduced.
For motorcycles and motocross bikes, there are lowering kits for both the rear and the front wheel. At the rear, the linkage is replaced, and at the front, spring seats and spacers in the fork must be replaced.
On many models, of course, you can also replace the entire shock absorber to change the length and spring travel.