Pinasco Rear Shock Absorber 305mm adjustable all Vespa models 1960 - 2012
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Description
Andrea Pinasco was one of the first mechanics who successfully tried to improve the performance of classic Vespa scooters, and his company Pinasco consequently became one of the household names for Vespa tuning. Carburetors, cylinders, exhausts, crankshafts - everything to make your vintage Vespa run better and faster.
The Pinasco Rear Shock Absorber 305mm adjustable can be used on all Vespa models between 1960 - 2012. They are made from top quality materials, are CNC-machined and provide optimum suspension. The ends and adjuster ring are chrome-plated, the yellow spring is made of solid steel. It is a classic coilover oil-filled shock absorber (double-action) with an efficient system of valves and discs. Spring preload and pressure can be inifinitely adjusted via the adjustment ring to fit your riding style, intended use and weight. Pinasco shock absorbers will provide comfortable ride but are also suitable for sporty driving.
- coilover oleo-pneumatic shock absorber
- rear shock
- length: 305mm
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
| Pinasco Rear Shock Absorber 305mm adjustable all Vespa models 1960 - 2012 | |
|---|---|
| Article no. | PIN-25441002 |
| Weight | 3,00 kg |
| Brand | Pinasco |
| Product type | Shock absorber |
| Colour version | Yellow / black |