ST1100 rear shock.absorber bushes

[pete1960b]

Hi all i am doing jobs prior to MOT in Uk its. The last mot had an advisory stating the rear shock absorber upper bush haa slight play

I have had a look and cant really see what they mean

Does anyone know how i can check if the bush is ok or not

I did not own the bike at last mot so do not know if prevous owner has done anything.

 

[tnbill]

With the bike on the center stand pry up on the rear wheel and feel for play. Or remove the right pannier and body panel so you can see the top shock mount. Again pry up on the rear wheel and watch for play.

 

[Ron]

I don't think that bushing is available.

 

[Larry Fine]

Maybe firm it up with a washer or two?

 

[St-Gerard]

Pressed mine out turned it 90 degrees, pressed it back in, not the best solution but got rid of most of the play.