Has anyone experimented with needle bearings on the shock (top/bottom) mounts as aftermarket installations? If so, from who?
I know the new RM Slayer uses them, but I'm not sure what else. They apparently replace the shock bushings and should be a push in installation.
I used these on some previous bikes back in the day. I found they worked quite well, but werent all that durable. The best thing I ever used were some spherical bearings that Cane Creek used to use on some of their eyelets. They lasted much longer than the needle bearings I tried from RWC. The durability will have a lot to do with the application (suspension design and type of bike/usage).
I did the top bushing on my old air shock . you could feel the difference. It cycled smoother , not sure on life span I have since swapped shocks and never did the bushing swap.
I bought these for the upper mount of a RS RC3Plus on my Troy. It is a noticeable improvement. I haven't had them for very long so I can't say anything about longevity.
https://www.enduroforkseals.com/products/rear-suspension/shock-eyelet-bearing-kits/
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