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    Default Any suggestions for replacement Front shocks?

    Looking to replace my front shocks on a 2016 F-3T, any suggestions.

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    Elka’s are very pricey but we’ll worth it in my opinion
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    Side by side photo of elka stage 2's and factory shock. They made a significant difference in ride & performance. I can hold a smoother line in turns at a high speed. The bike seems more agile and responsive. Chris
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    If you want cheaper options than the Elkas, there are Fox Shock upgrades available thru BRP; and some Forum Members in your part of the World, plus a heap of Members & others here in Oz have fitted IKON Shocks - here's the US link for them:

    https://www.ikonsuspensionusa.com/

    Check them out - you might be surprised!
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    i am on the m2 shocks love the ride and performance

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    Try Marcus at M2. You can get a forum discount.


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    Really like my Elka stage 2 front shocks!
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    I have fitted Wilbers all round on my '17TRL and a mate went with the Elka's on his '14RTL. They have been one of the best investments for the RT, and once you chose you'll wish you'd done it sooner. I don't know your riding style, but if your budget allows I'd do all corners.
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    Thanks for all of the suggestions, I put the Elka stage 2's on the bike and they definitely made a big difference.

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    Quote Originally Posted by warrensr View Post
    Thanks for all of the suggestions, I put the Elka stage 2's on the bike and they definitely made a big difference.
    Good to know https://www.lamonstergarage.com/can-...set-2014-2021/
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    Quote Originally Posted by Peter Aawen View Post
    If you want cheaper options than the Elkas, there are Fox Shock upgrades available thru BRP; and some Forum Members in your part of the World, plus a heap of Members & others here in Oz have fitted IKON Shocks - here's the US link for them: https://www.ikonsuspensionusa.com/ Check them out - you might be surprised!
    About $400 cheaper than Elka for the front https://www.ikonsuspensionusa.com/?y...vpf-ymm-search
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    Quote Originally Posted by fatboy View Post
    i am on the m2 shocks love the ride and performance
    Priced about the same as Elka, after SL discount https://www.m2shocks.com/canam-spyder-products
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    Quote Originally Posted by Peter Aawen View Post
    If you want cheaper options than the Elkas, there are Fox Shock upgrades available thru BRP; and some Forum Members in your part of the World, plus a heap of Members & others here in Oz have fitted IKON Shocks - here's the US link for them: https://www.ikonsuspensionusa.com/ Check them out - you might be surprised!
    Peter, do you have any experience with these? How would you compare them to Elka and Fox https://www.hotspyderaccessories.com...t-2014-and-up/ ?
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    Never run the Elka's on my own Spyder, but I've ridden other's Spyders with them fitted; and I've tried Fox shocks on mine & also ridden other's Spyders with them.... I reckon most would consider my ryding 'fairly hard' & 'fairly extensive' But for my personal 2-bob's worth, I prefer the IKONS - not as expensive, and maybe they're not quite so adjustable in all respects (but how many actually adjust their shocks all that often?! ) but the mob here in Oz listened to what I wanted/needed & the resulting shock/spring combinations work pretty well for MY loading, ryding, and requirements; and they juuust keep on doing the job!
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