Vf1000f rear shock

Can anyone tell me the difference between the 1984 and the 1985-86 rear shock absorber.

The top mount on the 84 shock is 4mm wider than the 85 and is 10mm shorter from top to bottom eye

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Thankyou for the reply,i need one for my 84 fe could the top mount of an 85 model be reduced the 10mm extra in the length should not be a problem,in the uk there are a lot more later shocks around.

The 85 top mount is narrower than the 84 so only requires a washer fitted at either side to be a perfect fit.
The extra length raises the rear of the bike and helps it to turn in a lot better

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very many thanks for the information appreciate it.
Dave.