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The Motobrick Workshop / Re: 1992 K75 leans way too far on side (kick) stand.
« Last post by mrt6644 on August 14, 2026, 09:51:28 AM »
Quote from: Duckbubbles on August 14, 2026, 09:46:26 AM
That shock sure looks LOOOONG to me.  Considering that the center stand doesn't get the tire off the ground I would guess that the shock is the problem.  And it sure leans over on the side stand because of that.

Fank

That's what Im thinking.  The only real component that can make it so tall would have to be the shock.  Im wondering if that shock is even supposed to be on this bike. Given the other things Ive fixed on this bike, I wouldn't be surprised if it's not even made for this bike.

Is there a measurement or some indicator on these shocks that determines stock vs expended shocks?
I see shocks on Ebay for reasonable prices and I'm tempted to order one.  But I also dont want to get a lower than stock suspension.
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The Motobrick Workshop / Re: 1992 K75 leans way too far on side (kick) stand.
« Last post by Duckbubbles on August 14, 2026, 09:46:26 AM »
That shock sure looks LOOOONG to me.  Considering that the center stand doesn't get the tire off the ground I would guess that the shock is the problem.  And it sure leans over on the side stand because of that.

Fank
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The Motobrick Workshop / Re: 1992 K75 leans way too far on side (kick) stand.
« Last post by Edward on August 13, 2026, 10:42:33 PM »
Measure the stand tab against the slotted opening. Then carefully inspect the joint to see if the metal is cracked. If not, you can close the space a tad with a vise. And yes, the lean is just stupidly low and dangerous. These bikes are HEAVY. I mostly resort to using the center stand, hopefully without many stops per ride. It's hard on the knee and back. —I have steel putty to build up the bottom. That's next on the list.
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The Motobrick Workshop / Re: Intermittent ABS Light after EBC rear rotor
« Last post by Smudgemo on August 13, 2026, 08:10:59 PM »
See if you can realize any difference in the air gap just moving the caliper.  There is a tiny big of play in the mounts, and the shims are really thin.

My K75 started throwing lights recently.  I suspect the rear was at the edge of spec and migrated out on a long ride.  I fixed it by removing a .2mm shim and torquing the caliper mount bolts while putting pressure downward on the caliper.  I'm not quite ready to do a victory dance, but it was out of spec and the light is off now.  Don't forget to reset the system if called for.
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The Motobrick Workshop / Re: 1992 K75 leans way too far on side (kick) stand.
« Last post by mrt6644 on August 13, 2026, 06:42:46 PM »
Sorry about that.  I had a 4 month break from the K from Dec-Mar due to weather, then I left the K75 for a few months Apr-Jul and was away.  I tend to forget what I post.
I took the mentioned photos.  I tried to take appropriate photos showing the lean, but nothing in these photos shows the lean as it appears in real life.
It's a pain to lift it off the stand.  But I think the suspension may have been lifted via the shock/spring.
when on the center stand, I can move the side stand up and down about 2 inches.  There is definitely give, but not sure what's normal.

Tire sizes:
Front: 100/90 18
Rear: 130/90 17

Let me know if the pictures are ok.

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The Motobrick Workshop / Re: 1992 K75 leans way too far on side (kick) stand.
« Last post by Laitch on August 13, 2026, 04:04:41 PM »
Quote from: mrt6644 on August 13, 2026, 03:31:57 PM
I know everyone says that the K75 lean is normal, but sorry, mine is way leaned over.  To the point when it may fall over the stand.
You seem to have been considering this condition for at least 11 months, judging from your last post on this thread. Post photos of the Brick made at seat level while the moto is leaning onto its side stand—one photo from the front and one photo from the rear; otherwise, we cannot know if the lean is "way" over compared with any other K75.

With the Brick on the center stand, fully extend the side stand leg, grasp its foot then try to wiggle it up and down. Let us know what happens. Give us the size of the tires—front and rear. Post a photo of the rear shock so we can clearly see the entire length from eye to eye as close as you can get.
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The Motobrick Workshop / Re: 1992 K75 leans way too far on side (kick) stand.
« Last post by mrt6644 on August 13, 2026, 03:31:57 PM »
I know everyone says that the K75 lean is normal, but sorry, mine is way leaned over.  To the point when it may fall over the stand.
Im wondering if my 95 K75 has been altered and the suspension is higher than normal.
When using my center stand, it will keep the bike balanced somewhat, but neither tire is off the ground.
How does one go about raising the suspension?  is it a longer shock/spring part?
I dont mind the seat height, but the current suspension makes the center stand almost useless.  And the side stand causes strange looks from everyone its so leaned over.
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The MBdotCOM Community Center / Re: 2026 Beartooth Rendezvous, MT
« Last post by Edward on August 13, 2026, 12:57:28 AM »
Welp its the 13th. first I've heard... Have fun! Repainting brick 75s from 87.
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The MBdotCOM Community Center / Re: 2026 Beartooth Rendezvous, MT
« Last post by natalena on August 12, 2026, 09:31:57 PM »
It's almost here!

So excited, I just peed myself.
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The Motobrick Workshop / Re: Intermittent ABS Light after EBC rear rotor
« Last post by Laitch on August 12, 2026, 08:44:45 AM »
An additional treatment for the symptom was described recently. The pipes coupling the ABS pumps to the system were checked for leaks. Air bubbles were emerging from one coupling. Once that leak was eliminated, the rider reset the ABS and now has experienced 200 miles without the warning light being lit during the ride.
Have you bled the ABS and brakes recently?
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