Gary's Shock Bushings
Replaces Honda part #52489-MW3-305.
This item is sold by Gary Eckermann directly, do not call Rattlebars
Rattlebars is not associated with Gary but this is such a good product, we dedicated this page.
Ready to plug and play!
Fits Honda Valkyrie, VTX, and Shadow stock shocks top and bottom
Bad shock bushings can cause more than a rough ride, they may contribute to "wobble" or high/low speed weaving..

Bushings shown on Valk and VTX

These bushings are manufactured by fellow Valkyrie enthusiast Gary Eckermann to exacting standards from LF-1800a Uniroyal 90A polyurethane. Some features include - the material is quite a bit harder than the OEM rubber, it still gives, but not like the rubber part - made to the same dimensions as the shock eye.  These will give your Valkyrie or VTX a real boost. Normally, on VALKYRIES only the top bushings on each shock need replaced so you'll need one pair. This is option 1 in the Paypal payment. On the VTX, both bottom and top go quickly (the picture shows a bad OEM bottom bushing after only 4,000 miles) so check and see if you need to order two sets. Both the top and bottom on both bikes are the same. to buy all 4 bushings, use option 2 in the Paypal payment button.

Gary says: "Polyurethane bushings have been in use for quite a while. They are popular among sports cars enthusiasts, hot rodders, and have many industrial uses. I chose a high grade of polyurethane, often spec'd for military use. It is harder than the OEM rubber, but still damps out jarring. Riders have put many thousands of miles on these, and I have yet to see any with visible wear."

HOW TO ORDER: (do not call Rattlebars)
Sold in pairs, for replacement of all four bushings, get two sets!  Add $2.00 shipping no matter how many sets you order.
Send a personal check or money order with $2.00 shipping plus $15.00 per pair of bushings to :
Gary Eckermann
311 N Gardner
Burlington, Wa 98233 (360)757-8886

All charges are calculated in the Paypal payment option



Bushings will be shipped by First Class Mail.

Use Paypal to purchase using the button below

per pair



If you need, you can print these installation instructions:

There's not much to this, but a couple things will make your job easier. If
you can put the bike on a lift, it will take the load off the tire and relax
the shock. You can pull the top shock mount without removing the bottom.
When you install the new bushing, it is easier if you lube it. You can use
any lube you like, but I prefer silicone spray. Put the bushing on the shock
mount, then slip the shock over the bushing. Put your seat back on, and
you're ready to ride!

Made in USA