Suzuki Wagon R Shocks

The Suzuki Wagon R is a lightweight vehicle with a very high center of gravity. This makes the rear shock absorbers critical for safety, an Ex-Japan original is a superior choice over “budget” new brands because original Suzuki shocks (often made by KYB or Tokico) are specifically valved to prevent the car from tipping or swaying too much during sharp turns.

Why Ex-Japan 

• Precision Valving: Wagon R shocks are “gas-charged.” Cheap aftermarket versions at this price are often oil-only or poorly valved, which can make the car feel too stiff on bumps or dangerously soft at highway speeds. Ex-Japan units maintain the factory-correct balance.

• Seal Quality: Suzuki OEM seals are designed to keep nitrogen gas in and dust out. Even as a used part, an Ex-Japan shock from the smooth roads of Japan typically has a longer remaining lifespan than a brand-new generic unit.

• Mounting Accuracy: At 4,000/-, these units usually come with their original high-density rubber bushings at the top and bottom. This prevents the “clunking” sounds that occur when generic bushings don’t fit the mounting bolts perfectly.

Signs Your Wagon R Shocks are Dead

1. Rear Sway: The car feels like it’s “walking” or swaying side-to-side when you drive over uneven pavement or in windy conditions.

2. Bouncing: If you push down on the rear bumper and the car bounces more than once, the damping fluid has leaked out or the gas has escaped.

3. Uneven Braking: Worn shocks allow the back of the car to lift too much under braking, putting too much stress on the front brakes and increasing your stopping distance.