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Scott F. · 05-29-2018, 01:55 PM

Hi,
Are the ‘34 front shocks adjustable? If so, how are they adjusted? Having trouble uploading pics but can try again later if necessary.
Thanks,
Scott

J Franklin · 05-29-2018, 02:38 PM

If they have an adjustment needle it is right for more resistance.

Terry,OH · 05-30-2018, 07:47 AM

It would seem that over the years there are a couple of different styles. Some are not adjustable. If they are adjustable it would be in the center of the main shock shaft. Some have the adjuster in plain view and a slight rotation of the adjuster CW (more tension) CCW (less). One style has a cover over an adjuster screw. The cover can be screwed off using a wrench across the flats.

Scott F. · 05-30-2018, 09:04 AM

Thanks Terry! So mine might be adjustable using the slot under the cap/cover. I will take a closer look tonight. Very helpful!
Scott

DavidG · 05-30-2018, 10:45 AM

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Don't be too disappointed as the vast majority of original '34 front shocks are not adjustable.

05-29-2018, 01:55 PM	#1
Scott F. Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Posts: 100	1934 houdaille lever shock adjustment Hi, Are the ‘34 front shocks adjustable? If so, how are they adjusted? Having trouble uploading pics but can try again later if necessary. Thanks, Scott

05-29-2018, 02:38 PM	#2
J Franklin Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Oregon Posts: 5,963	Re: 1934 houdaille lever shock adjustment If they have an adjustment needle it is right for more resistance.

05-30-2018, 07:47 AM	#3
Terry,OH Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Posts: 4,751	Re: 1934 houdaille lever shock adjustment It would seem that over the years there are a couple of different styles. Some are not adjustable. If they are adjustable it would be in the center of the main shock shaft. Some have the adjuster in plain view and a slight rotation of the adjuster CW (more tension) CCW (less). One style has a cover over an adjuster screw. The cover can be screwed off using a wrench across the flats.

05-30-2018, 09:04 AM	#4
Scott F. Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Posts: 100	Re: 1934 houdaille lever shock adjustment Thanks Terry! So mine might be adjustable using the slot under the cap/cover. I will take a closer look tonight. Very helpful! Scott

05-30-2018, 10:45 AM	#5
DavidG Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: southeastern Michigan Posts: 10,101	Re: 1934 houdaille lever shock adjustment Sponsored Links (Register now to hide all advertisements) Don't be too disappointed as the vast majority of original '34 front shocks are not adjustable.