MTB Rear Shock Mounting Hardware Explained | What Is It? How To Measure, Remove and Install

Mountain bike rear shock mounting hardware is very simple, yet often causes tons of confusion. So we've gone ahead and created a full comprehensive guide telling you everything you need to know about mounting hardware for your mountain bike's rear shock. In this video, we explain what mounting hardware is, how to find what size hardware you need for your bike, and how to remove and install hardware.

Use the timestamps below to navigate to the section applicable to you.:

0:00 - Intro
0:46 - What Is Mounting Hardware?
4:20 - What Size Mounting Hardware Do I Need?
5:10 - Using The Internet To Find The Correct Hardware Size
7:32 - How To Measure Mounting Hardware
9:07 - How To Remove and Install Mounting Hardware
10:32 - Removing Mounting Hardware
13:37 - Installing Mounting Hardware
15:28 - Special Notes

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[TheLostCo]

Well, we did it! A 17 minute video for tiny little bushings. If you found this helpful, please like, comment and subscribe. And head over to thelostco, com for any parts you need while you're at it 😎

[coryd]

This is one of those videos that won't get you 1 million views but is so clutch for people that need it. You're sacrifice will not be in vain.

[ichewtoast]

The depth of these videos is what we all like to see.

[matthewlindberg]

These videos have been absolutely crucial in replacing my old air shock with a new coil. Thank you guys. Ordered my mounting hardware for you and will definitely recommend your channel to any of my riding buddies needing help!

[Capitan_Bricks]

Oh man, I wish I would have discovered this video earlier. It answered all the questions I researched painfully all over the internet for the last two weeks. Great video!

[nufobiketrip]

Thanks! this is the most complete and informative video about bushings. It really answered all my questions and i learned new stuff. Cant wait to see part 2 about coil shock. Cheers

[blake]

as someone who is buying a separate shock, this is one of the most helpful videos regarding the subject I've found!! Thank you!!

[nalderxrunnerfamilyoverl]

well done Mike. i was actually emailing you about my build and once i hit send i knew i could find a vid on here to solve the question i had about my shock. Mike to the rescue.

[TheCaptainsCog]

Nips out was the info I was looking for!!!

[mrkeopele]

thorough and smooth, didn't include the aluminum pressed in type but with everything you included and the open minded approach it can all be surmised, thank you so much!

[williamokura]

Getting back into my old bikes with old hardware. Thanks for the helpful video!

[TseiAess]

First time fiddling with rear shocks - and the mounting hardware seemed like a difficult topic. This video explained it so well, super thankful for it!

[laurynasjagelo]

offset bushings usually make custom and frame-specific stuff for your bike. Top notch quality too:) (not sponsored)

[topgundk]

This video answered ALL the questions i had, when upgrading my shock. Thankyou, this was brilliant.

[nicolaspous]

This is the most useful video I have ever seen, thanks! Repleaced the shock by my self after this

[krissvctor]

But you didn’t mention scenario 4: just watching because you’re interested in learning more about bikes.

[xXwiggieXx]

I was desperate to find the right hardware for my shock. With this video it's easy now. Thanks!

[michael]

A true life saver. Thank you guys for doing videos like this!

[creativesummitstudios]

Super helpful video. Turned a semi-daunting task into a quick 15 minute job WITHOUT “official” tools. Thanks guys🤙🏼🤙🏼

[davidmain]

This would have saved me hours if I'd watched this a last week. Thanks for your good work.