Shock absorbers for HONDA CX (1978-1986) | YSS

Find YSS shock absorbers compatible with your HONDA CX quickly and easily:

1. click on the model of your motorcycle in the list below to find out the different compatible YSS references;
2. click on the photo of your shock absorber to access its sheet and place your order.

For information : for the YSS RD- MO -222-P and RZ- MO -362-TRL models, you will need to specify the length, diameters, brand, model and year of your motorcycle in the options of the form.

YSS shock absorbers according to models and years

Click on the model of your motorcycle to discover the different references of compatible YSS shock absorbers.

• CX400 78-82 ;
• CX 400 Custom 80-82 ;
• CX 500 78-82 ;
• CX 500 Custom 80-82 ;
• CX 500 Euro Sports 82-84 ;
• CX 500 TC Turbo 1982 ;
• CX 650 Custom 83-86 ;
• CX 650 E Euro Sports 85-86 ;
• CX 650 TC Turbo 83.

CX 400 78-82 & CX 400 Custom 80-82
RD-MO-222-P-CHR-BLK-C000	RD-MO-222-P-CHR-BLK-C035	RD-MO-222-P-CHR-BLK-C060

RD-MO-222-P-CHR-BLK-C100	RD-MO-222-P-CHR-BLK-C60P	RD-MO-222-P-CHR-CHR-C000
RD-MO-222-P-CHR-CHR-C035	RD-MO-222-P-CHR-CHR-C060	RD-MO-222-P-CHR-CHR-C100
RD-MO-222-P-CHR-CHR-C60P	RE302-330T-14-88	RE302-330T-14-BLK
RZ-MO-362-TRL-ALU	RZ-MO-362-TRL-BLK	SINGLE SHOCK KIT TCXF-MZ-366-280-TRL

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CX 500 78-82 & CX 500 Custom 80-82
RD-MO-222-P-CHR-BLK-C000	RD-MO-222-P-CHR-BLK-C035	RD-MO-222-P-CHR-BLK-C060
RD-MO-222-P-CHR-BLK-C100	RD-MO-222-P-CHR-BLK-C60P	RD-MO-222-P-CHR-CHR-C000
RD-MO-222-P-CHR-CHR-C035	RD-MO-222-P-CHR-CHR-C060	RD-MO-222-P-CHR-CHR-C100
RD-MO-222-P-CHR-CHR-C60P	RE302-330T-28-88	RE302-330T-28-BLK
RZ-MO-362-TRL-ALU	RZ-MO-362-TRL-BLK	SINGLE SHOCK KIT TCXF-MZ-366-280-TRL

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CX 500 Euro Sports 82-84 / CX 500 TC Turbo 82 / CX 650 E Euro Sports 85-86 / CX 650 TC Turbo 83
MZ456-290TRL-16-85	MZ456-290TRL-16-88	MZ456-290TRL-16-BLK

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CX 650 Custom 83-86
RD-MO-222-P-CHR-BLK-C000	RD-MO-222-P-CHR-BLK-C035	RD-MO-222-P-CHR-BLK-C060
RD-MO-222-P-CHR-BLK-C100	RD-MO-222-P-CHR-BLK-C60P	RD-MO-222-P-CHR-CHR-C000
RD-MO-222-P-CHR-CHR-C035	RD-MO-222-P-CHR-CHR-C060	RD-MO-222-P-CHR-CHR-C100
RD-MO-222-P-CHR-CHR-C60P	RE302-315T-04-88	RE302-315T-04-BLK
RZ-MO-362-TRL-ALU	RZ-MO-362-TRL-BLK

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Changing the rear shock absorbers of a Honda CX

Changing the rear shock absorbers of your motorcycle is most often motivated by the replacement of end-of-life or defective equipment. But it can also be part of an aesthetic or performance search for an ideal Café racer preparation for a CX400, CX500 or CX650.

In most cases, the basis is on a relatively old model such as the CX models marketed between 1978 and 1986. Having good suspension , in addition to ensuring efficient and safe handling, is the both protect the engine and frame of your Honda and gain a minimum of comfort.

What is the role of rear shock absorbers on a motorcycle?

The rear shock absorber has the dual function of keeping the wheel in contact with the ground and guaranteeing the rider and his passenger comfort different from that felt by a cowboy during a rodeo. Thus, the handling and responsiveness of the shock absorbers depend on effective adjustment of the suspension which connects the wheels to the chassis.

Whether at the fork or at the rear, the springs or the hydraulic system of the suspensions allow the absorption of shocks caused by the state of the roads taken. They provide, in addition to the tires, optimal damping to eliminate vibrations and provide perfect grip in response to demands such as speed , braking and the angle taken during turns.

The hydraulics regulate the oscillations by compensating the energy deployed by the action of the spring. The rise ( compression ) and descent ( expansion ) of the rod are controlled by valves ( rolling : oil pressure on the valves) located inside a tube. This action acts directly on the volume available in the tube. As a result, it is not possible to completely fill the tube with oil, as it is incompressible.

You will find additional information on the different settings of YSS shock absorbers in the article available on our blog: “How to adjust the rear shock absorbers of your motorcycle? » .

YSS: quality shock absorbers for Honda CX

Many brands of shock absorbers share the motorcycle market. From low-end, mid-range to high-end, the choice is vast and the prices vary accordingly. Blackpines' desire is, for shock absorbers as for all spare parts and motorcycle accessories made available to you in our online store , to offer you products that are in line with your Café racer preparation objectives.

Because budgets are different and projects unique, we know the difficulty of selecting the most suitable product. This is why we have chosen to integrate the YSS brand into our catalog. Indeed, with more than 35 years of experience, the YSS brand offers several ranges of shock absorbers accessible to all budgets for an exceptional quality/price ratio .

Carrying out modifications to your two-wheeler involves following strict regulations. YSS shock absorbers are approved by TÜV Rheinland under the authorization of KBA Germany . Their ranges adapt to the majority of motorcycle models from more than fifteen brands and feature high-performance technologies:

• Hi-Low Speed ​​Technology : advanced high and low speed compression technology;
• WSC Technology : valve speed regulation to enhance driving comfort;
• VBSC Technology : reduced shock load and maintained stability, whatever the type of turn;
• CCG HL Technology : reduced friction, long life, universal brake and axle system;
• Preload Adjustable Feature : numerous settings and adjustments possible according to the needs of each motorcyclist.

Whether for the CX or to mount on other HONDA brand models, consult the range of universal shock absorbers .

How to choose your YSS shock absorbers for Honda CX?

The YSS shock absorbers offered in our online store are universal. In order to offer you a personalized choice adapted to the different models of HONDA CX, custom, TC Turbo, Euro Sports, 400 cm3, 500 cm3 and 650 cm3, you will find on this sheet models that are perfectly compatible with your motorcycle. Different criteria must be taken into account when making your choice:

• the power of the motorcycle;
• driving speed;
• driving style;
• the weight of the pilot;
• the use of the motorcycle as a duo;
• the type of road used regularly;
• the style of the motorcycle.

For a simple and efficient search, with a simple click on the model of your choice, you will access the compatible shock absorber references presenting for each of them:

• the exact reference;
• a photo ;
• the sale price ;
• a direct link to the product sheet to see the complete technical characteristics and place your order.

When to change the rear shock absorbers of your Honda CX?

The question of when is the right time to change the rear shock absorbers of a motorcycle is regularly asked. Between the range of the shock absorber, the age, the mileage, the traffic conditions, the materials used, the factors leading to wear of the shock absorbers are numerous.

Generally speaking, we can reasonably estimate that the effectiveness of a shock absorber decreases significantly after 50,000 km. But this remains only an indicator . Shock absorbers fail before and others continue to do the job beyond.

Over the miles, the hydraulic oil's properties diminish, while the seals wear out over time. Habit and adaptation to riding your motorcycle make it very difficult to perceive the loss of effectiveness of your shock absorbers. Wear is in fact progressive , which often makes it undetectable .

Except for an oil leak, due to worn seals, which clearly indicates a defect, unusual reactions from the motorcycle should alert you. Locking of the rear wheel when braking hard, systematic bounces on bumps, instability of the motorcycle when exiting turns are all signs of problems linked to your shock absorbers. A simple and well-known test is to exert pressure on the rear of the motorcycle to assess the ascent speed. If it stands up suddenly, without being slowed down , there is a problem. But this test will not give you a real observation of the state of wear of your shock absorbers.

The handling of your Honda, changes in “behavior” over bumps, holes, turns, when braking or accelerating should alert you. If you think the time has come to replace your shock absorbers and you would like a specific model, do not hesitate to contact us .