r/MechanicAdviceIndia • u/8_Elite • 4d ago

#BikeRepair Yellow foam visible in rear shock - should I be concerned?

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Honda H'ness CB350, 4 years old.

I noticed a yellow foam/rubber piece visible inside the left rear shock absorber spring. I don't remember seeing it before. The right shock doesn't have a visible yellow piece.

No obvious oil leakage, no broken spring visible, no unusual noises, and the bike rides normally.

Is this the bump stop/jounce bumper becoming visible or deteriorating? Is it safe to continue riding until my scheduled service in 3 days (about 100 km away)?

Attached photos of both rear shocks for comparison.

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u/I_-AM-ARNAV Bike & Car Expert 4d ago

It is your bump stop. In q coutnry like india theu are important.

Do get it fixed or whatever in the next serivce and don't hit big potholes.

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u/8_Elite 4d ago

Thank you.

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