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Doru the Destroyer-Spyder Photo Investigator
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Thanks for the information on the install, and the review of the ride as well.
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Doru the Destroyer-Spyder Photo Investigator
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2008 "Silver Dream" Spyder RS
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Thanks for the pics and review!
Been looking at these for some time now---- still gotta wait for some $$$$--- but maybe with next months blackjack winnings---
Spyder #1 - 2008 GS SM5 Premier Edition #1977. RIP after 80,000 miles.
Spyder #2 - 2012 RT SM5. Traded in after 24,000 miles.
Spyder #3 - 2015 F3 SM6. Put 13,000 miles on and sold it.
Spyder #4 - 2017 F3 SM6. Too good of a deal to pass up!
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That is something I would consider getting in the future. I will wait and see if Evan gets them and what kind of pricing he has. Also, have to get some more $ in my pockets.
With Christ all things are possible, so live life with no fears and no worries.
Happy Ex Owner, Hopefully future Spyder owner again.
Pastor Deb Tangen, Missions Director and short term missionary.
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Lamont,
Are those rebuildable shocks? They look like a very high quality shock. My personal email is r.gargano@garganos.com as I will get your reply alot quicker.
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Some basic info on Elka shocks and what you can expect.
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Elka custom builds it's shock the match the drivers weight and come in 25 lbs. weight ranges.
Most times after the shocks are ordered they can be built in 10 to 15 days.
There are 3 different style of front shocks and 4 different styles of rear shocks.
John at Elka told me the most popular choices for the Spyder as well as the most common weight ranges.
In as much to speed up the process we will be ordering and stocking a few sets here on "US soil" (as Elka is from Canada) in the most common weight ranges and style shocks. As far John knows we were told once or stock is here we will be the only "US location stocking" Spyder shocks for immediate delivery.
Other weight ranges or styles can still be special ordered from us, and you will receive free shipping on all special ordered units.
Elka shocks have 1 year warranty and a "30 day free adjustment period" in which the shocks can be sent in direct to Elka to make any final needed adjustments to help them better "fit" the driver and his riding style.
For more information please fell free to call us.
MM
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on working out that deal. It sounds like it could be a very nice partnership.
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The shocks do look awesome in person. Like Lamont said, too bad you can't see more of them.
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I would LOVE a set - they look awesome and I bet the ride is way better but too rich for my blood
EXTREMELY HAPPY OWNER
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Adjusting the preload also changes the ride height.
Making a pre and post install measurement may be a good idea for anyone looking to install a set.
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Originally Posted by DragonSpyder
Adjusting the preload also changes the ride height.
Making a pre and post install measurement may be a good idea for anyone looking to install a set.
That would be true for any shock, including the stock ones.
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hmmmmm . . . .
Originally Posted by Firefly
Thanks for the pics and review!
Been looking at these for some time now---- still gotta wait for some $$$$--- but maybe with next months blackjack winnings---
. . . . Blackjack. No wonder you are waiting for $ .
Anyway, don't you have enough stuff in your signature already?!?!
But, getting back on topic, I was wondering if getting a swaybar would be the thing to do first or shocks.
Tom
2008 GS SE5 -> 2013 STS SE5 -> 2015 F3-S SE6 . . . Still riding & smiling.
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Originally Posted by Tom in NM
. . . . Blackjack. No wonder you are waiting for $ .
Anyway, don't you have enough stuff in your signature already?!?!
But, getting back on topic, I was wondering if getting a swaybar would be the thing to do first or shocks.
Tom
Haven't tried the shocks but I'd say the swaybar first. The two together must be SWEET!
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Would love to swap my shocks out... but just found out today my car needs $1500 worth of work and I won't get it back until Tuesday. Maybe in the spring {sigh}
Happy Spyder Owner - 2008 Millennium Yellow PE #2475
HID lights, fog lights, Hindle exhaust, heated grips, anti-vibe bars, passenger extension pegs, BRP custom seat, seat cowl, sport rack/backrest, BRP saddlebags, CHAD black/smoke windshield, outdoor cover, Garmin Quest GPS, Rear axel billets.
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Simple question.
What is the price on the shocks?
If you mod your ride to the approval of others then is not really yours... A Fuego ! XXX 74
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Originally Posted by XXX 74
Simple question.
What is the price on the shocks?
according to the website - they range between 1600 and 2800 depending on which model you want
EXTREMELY HAPPY OWNER
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As, everyone has stated these are expensive!! But, they are well worth the investment. I have had mine on now for 11,000+ miles and the ride is still excellant. Those that live in California can attest to the bumps on some freeways, that just bounce the daylites out of you. With these shocks, you don't even feel them. The studder bumps on the interstates that are suppose to wake you up, if you drift to far out of your lane. You don't feel those either. You can hear tires going over them, but you don't feel a thing. I can also tell you that they do reduce some of the vibration in the mirrors. They significantly reduce the roll of the bike when going through the turns and twisties.
IMHO: The qaulity of this product, and the benefits they give the ride, are well worth the price.
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Originally Posted by Tom in NM
. . . . Blackjack. No wonder you are waiting for $ .
Anyway, don't you have enough stuff in your signature already?!?!
But, getting back on topic, I was wondering if getting a swaybar would be the thing to do first or shocks.
Tom
I would get the swaybar first---- something you're gonna want anyway.
I could get the $$$ quicker playing blackjack--- but I keep letting my day job get in the way----
Also--- as sharp as these are-- and I REALLY want them---- now I'm thinking that $$$ might just need to go towards an Aerocharger-----
Last edited by Firefly; 11-08-2009 at 01:30 AM.
Spyder #1 - 2008 GS SM5 Premier Edition #1977. RIP after 80,000 miles.
Spyder #2 - 2012 RT SM5. Traded in after 24,000 miles.
Spyder #3 - 2015 F3 SM6. Put 13,000 miles on and sold it.
Spyder #4 - 2017 F3 SM6. Too good of a deal to pass up!
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Just another update.
I went on about a 300 mile ride on Saturday and one of the first things I really noticed was how great the Spyder was tracking on the highway. I did a couple of high speed runs and the Spyder acted as if it was on rails. I expected it to help in the turns but had no idea it would make such a difference in the straight aways too.
After riding Deals Gap I noticed the vss was a little more forgiving too. All in all it is one of the best mods to date on my Spyder.
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Originally Posted by Lamonster
Just another update.
I went on about a 300 mile ride on Saturday and one of the first things I really noticed was how great the Spyder was tracking on the highway. I did a couple of high speed runs and the Spyder acted as if it was on rails. I expected it to help in the turns but had no idea it would make such a difference in the straight aways too.
After riding Deals Gap I noticed the vss was a little more forgiving too. All in all it is one of the best mods to date on my Spyder.
Only a couple of high speed runs
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