Bitubo Gas Shock Absorbers (1990's)

[fyfer]

Hi again folks

Have only just rebuilt my scoot and noticed my old Bitubo Gas Shockers bottom out.
I think these need to be filled/charged with Nitrogen as opposed to Compressed air.
Do any of you Glasgow based Scooter Lads or Lassies know where I could take them to get sorted?
Will they have to be removed to have them charged or can they be gassed up, in-situ?

Was thinking of just sticking some compressed air in them, in the meantime (as they appear to have a tyre valve type fitting on the top of the reservoir/bottle)....
Anyone any idea what pressure I should start at?

[adrian]

I thought tyre garages us nitrogen ?

[adrian]

Or a motorcycle garage should be able to help

[fyfer]

Thanks Adrian
Maybe they do use Nitrogen.
I just assumed it was only Compressed Air

I'll call my local bike shop and ask if they have nitrogen or recommend somewhere that does

Cheers

[scooterg]

Phone Glasgow lambretta and ask,,very helpful guy,and ask the price of  a replacement 

[fyfer]

Hi Scooterg

Dropped by the 'shop' to see the guys in person.
David was more than helpful, on the front shock, as well other questions I had for him.
Considering the service I experienced, I highly recommend Glasgow Lambretta and it will now be my first port of call for all things relating to my Scoot.

Thanks for the heads up