Found a set of Gen 1 Elka's on discount...would you buy ???

[PatriotRider]

Would You Buy ???->Found a set of Stage 1 Elka's on discount

there's a new set of Stage 1 Elka's on discount for $380
they come with a 320# spring (only, no choice)

if you were me, would you purchase ???

when asked a description of my riding, it's:

Riding type: 1/2 interstate, 1/2 twisties :
3/4 solo me 235#, 1/4 two up wife 235#

 

[Chupaca]

Little checking..!!

You and the wife weigh the exact same..what are the odds...check with elka, they usually set their shocks up for each ryder. They are good shocks and if at a good price worth it. I would still check with elka we have a sponsor here...:thumbup:

 

[PatriotRider]

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[900Dave]

Lots of preload adjustment on the Elka's. I am sure you already checked, but make sure they fit the year Spyder you have. 2013 and newer take a different shock. If they fit your Spyder I would jump on it and make the purchase. They are good shocks, I love mine. I also have stage 1.

 

[PatriotRider]

Lots of preload adjustment on the Elka's. I am sure you already checked, but make sure they fit the year Spyder you have. 2013 and newer take a different shock. If they fit your Spyder I would jump on it and make the purchase. They are good shocks, I love mine. I also have stage 1.

I probably am...they are hanging on the wall of a dealership, new, labeled for a 2010 RT which is what I have.

They have 320# springs and no choice for any other spring
I guess I'll call elka and see what spring they recommend if I was buying a new set of shocks from them. If the springs are close and will work, I'll buy the shocks even though there's the possibility I'll want to replace the springs at a later date.

I posted here wondering if there was a authorized dealer as forum sponsor with a opinion or recommendation.

thanx again