Elka Suspension

[hetrick425ex]

Hey guys, ok this gets me.... My two choices when it came to shocks were ELKA and PEP. I looked at their performance and everything and I knew the PEP's would be better than i asekd Elka how long it would take.... 2 weeks...wow ill get the elkas!!!
it has been 5 weeks and they still reply they will be here at the end of the week... sorta makes me mad that they loor you into buying there product with that and then they dont honor it... if they would just say hey a few more weeks then ok... no every week tell me it will be in by friday... this sucks.. Anyone else have this problem????
Thanks for listening hahha
Casey

[Texan32]

Who did you order them from? Monday, i called ELKA (main office) and the sales guy told me i was looking at at least a month wait if i ordered strait from them ($525) Then, i got ahold of Jeff at the Quadshop. Before shiping, they were 450 (with exrider disc.). He also said he will TRY to get them to me before my race on the 19th (of this month). See, Marty (at the quadshop) actually builds the shocks there. They have all the individual parts and put them together for you right there.

Now, shocks are a custom order part, and race season is really starting to pick up. More racing = more demand for parts. I will be a little disapointed if i don't get my shocks by the 19th, but thats my fault for waiting till last minute.

Just useless info.....

[hetrick425ex]

i ordered them off of my uncle rich hetrick and we called the main shop the other day and thats the info they gave me
i got them for alot cheaper than that from my uncle.. he helps me out alot! haha
Thanks guys
Casey

[Texan32]

Sometimes having the right friends will get you some really nice goodies, but nothings free. Beggar's can't be chooser's....catch my drift. Funny how sometime it seems that TIME costs more than MONEY........

[mrusk]

I ordered mine front and read march 18 they just came tuesday. 6 weeks to the date.

matt

[two_baaalls]

I ordered mine from the Quadshop early last week. Jeff said they had the parts to build them, and that I should see them this week. Talked to him yesterday, now he says that Elka is backed up. I didnt ask him why he said he had the parts and that he could build them for me, I didnt want to piss him off. Anyways, he couldnt give me an ETA at all.

The Shock world sucks!!!

:confused:

[Texan32]

Jeff pretty much told me the same thing. They try to keep all the parts to build your shocks. if they run out of a particular part, they have to turn to Elka...who IS currently behind schedule.

[two_baaalls]

Sorry, wasnt puttin down Quadshop, although they seem moody, probably from all the angry customers. Theyre still OK by me.

[Blackguywithouta400]

I’ve talked to the quad shop and elka. Quad shop ordered a but load of stuff from elka but some how it got delayed probably because of there rising popularity in the atv market there just in a growth period right now it will pass and there great service will return. There still faster then most out there right now, im sure every shock brand is backed up since we are coming into the summer months for most of the country and its race time.

[MOOCAZEN]

maybe you guys should look around for shocks already for sale and you guys wouldnt have to go through the hassle:D like mine!!!!

[Pepto_Bismol]

Yah, it's all in the timing of order. I speak with Martin and Mark all the time at Elka. I ordered my rear in March, and didn't get it for 6 weeks, although they quoted me three. Here's why
1) Elka is becoming a more popular shock(especially since Dirtwheels review in Feb. Issue), and it's not just us on Exriders who are ordering, there are hundreds of new orders, and everyone wants their shock in time for this years race seacon.
2) Before that, with what they considered normal business, it really only did take them about two weeks to deliver. Heck, back in January, I ordered my fronts, they built them, shipped them, and I got them at my door in 7 days.
3) During March and April, they moved from a smaller shop into a larger one. That created some CNC machine downtime, as well as personell downtime. (hence the backup of my shock too)
4)Business is business, and when you have unexpected demand, you may not have the manpower to fullfill all the orders, and Elka has plans to expand and hire more poeple.

I know we all wish we could get what we order immediately, and Elka is trying, and they are now realizing the actual delivery dates and are adjusting thier time quotes to match. It's their largest inrush of orders to date, and they are learning to deal with it. They are getting back on track!
Pepto :cool:

[PsychoDave]

I ORDERED MINE FROM C&D RACING IN EARLY APRIL....I GOT THEM IN 8 DAYS FROM ELKA....I HAVE HAD NO PROBS SINCE....I BET THAT PEOPLE ARE ORDERING THEM LIKE CRAZY NOW AND THAT THEY ARE A BIT BEHIND.....MY .02

I want to get Elka, but what type should i get?

[Texan32]

What kind of riding do you do? How much $$ do you have? What are you future plans (racing?)?

[cdalejef]

Elka is trying very hard to become the top shop manufacture on the planet, and they are well on their way to becoming just that. Unforunatly at the moment demand is greater than supply. Elka is expanding as we speak to meet those demands. Just try and be patient as you can with Elka or the dealers you order from. They are a great product.
Sorry if we sound "moody" on the phone, we don't mean to be but Marty and I are working night jobs for now untill The Quad Shop can pay us!:rolleyes: Lack of sleep sometimes make you moody!:( Don't worry, you wont piss off!

[Blackguywithouta400]

Marty needs to get some sleep because i dont want him messing up on my F250HD PSD 4x4 im ordering after my raise :) I dont want my truck falling apart. :p

[kabd69667]

Originally posted by Roadkill_Ryan
I want to get Elka, but what type should i get?
compression adjust triple rate fronts, rebuilt rear

[TRX250R87]

I ordered my Elkas(set of 3) about 2 months ago straight from ELKA in Canada. I spoke with Martin and Marc few times and they were VERY nice to talk to. I was quoted a price better than the 2 other places I called and I would get them in 3 weeks.
After answering a bunh of questions about riding style, weight, tire size, width... I was all set!

My shocks came in 3 weeks as promised and they looked pretty good. After riding a few times I called Elka because I had too much body roll in the front end. They told me to try a few adjustments and I did. It got better but still not acceptable so I asked them if I could purchase different springs and crossover rings. Thy said sure, we'll just send them to you(as in free!).

Within that week I got a recall letter in the mail for my rear shock. I sent the shock out that day(so I would get it in time for Red Bud). I alled Elka the other day and they said they are working on the shock now and it WOULD be back in time for my race, AND they were throwing in some new shock covers.

All I can say is This company ROCKS! I have never dealt with anyone so friendly and willing to help. I'm sure the number of orders Elka has received in the past couple of months is very large, so be paitent, it will be worth it.
Eric Amenson
#89 TRX250 district 16 MX

[bama400ex]

dang i hope they aint behind in about a month when i get ready to order mine. but after you get the parts it aint really a big deal and it always seems its worth the wait. hey trx250r87, that looks like an awesome bike, any more pics?

[two_baaalls]

Is your bottom spacer upside-down?

[TRX250R87]

"any more pics?"

I do have more pictures, just see my site below.




"Is your bottom spacer upside-down?"

This is the way Elka sent them to me. I have played with the crossover rings since that picture was taken and it has helped a little.

ERIC

[JhallettEX]

I ordered my Elka's about 1 week ago and I was told that they would be here in 3 weeks, also my rear shcok rebuild kit would be in in about 1 week. Hopefully they will be on time becuase I need them by the 18th. I ordered them from C&D Racing, what a great place to work with!!

[indygncc]

ELKA= Best customer service

[two_baaalls]

Alright EVERYONE!! Stop ordering from Elka!! I'd like to get mine someday!! Givem a break! (just long enough to fill my order):devil

[Razorback]

don't know that it matters, but i talked to c&d racing (JhallettEX - you're right - great guy to work with), and he said elka has opened up a new manufacturing facility to help meet demand. they build the shocks to order and plan on having no more than a three week wait.

[cdalejef]

TRX250R87, he's right that bottom spacer is upside down. That can make it body roll in the turns.

[TRX250R87]

I did switch them around(after the pic was taken) and it seemed to help. I asked Elka for some stiffer springs and 35lb crossover rings to play with.
The front still isn't how I want it though. First I thought it was just the Caster adjustment on my LSR A-arms but I adjusted them correctly and the front still sucks!
ERIC

[Texan32]

Am i blind? What spacer are you guys talking about.

[cdalejef]

The second spacer down from the top, its gray!

[Texan32]

It seems pretty trivial. how could that little spacer cause body roll? I'm not doubting anyone, i just don't understand.

Or is it like we say in the electronice world...FM...(F@#king Magic):D

[TRX250R87]

By using different crossover rings or flipping them(they are offest more on one side than the other) you change how the shock works. If the ring is large, the spring will only travel so far, hit that ring, then compress the next spring. If small rings are used, the springs compress more before transfering to the next spring.
Confused?
ERIC

[Texan32]

Makes perfect sence. I see exactly what you are talking about. thanks for clearing it up. I just figured the springs compressed all the way till they touched and then the next set took over. I guess it'll make even more sence when i look at mine...can't wait to get them on....

[cdalejef]

I couldn't have said it better my self TRX!:cool:

[hetrick425ex]

well i spoke too soon, i got them today... look awesome cant wait to put um on tonight!!! later guys
casey

[Dave400ex]

Post a Picture of the Shocks.

[Marty@TheQuadshop]

Here's a pic of the Triple long travel

[RoostinOna400ex]

This is funny when i ordered my shocks which was i think around november i think marc at elka said 4-6 weeks before i get them and I got them in 3 weeks. hmmmmm maybe im just lucky!?!?! Who knows. Texan32 whats money if you dont spend it!! where at tx do you live??

[Nausty]

Wow nice quads. I really like the turbo raptor:D

[hetrick425ex]

here they are

[ESR250R]

well go out there and ride and tell us how u like em.

[hetrick425ex]

ESR... i know i am tomamrow... haha
how do you like your shockcovers???? what kinda material are they???
later
casey

[Dave400ex]

Man I like the Raptor and the 400. That 400 looks Sweet. It looks like all you need is some Front Tires.

[hetrick425ex]

thanks.... yeah i know im waitin though, i have them but not installed.....i got 20in holeshots....man i am spending alot of $$$$$$ and im only 15 hahaha... i am working constantly
later

[Dave400ex]

Yeah the 400 looks Great. Where do you Work? Do you Work for your Uncle?

[hetrick425ex]

thanks
yes sir i work over at the shop... probably the coolest job i can have, plus i have the easy payment plan ! hahaha they order me the stuff i need and i just work it off!! its awesome haha

[Dave400ex]

Man you are Lucky. That would be the Best Job. I mean you love being around that Stuff and you get to Work around it and still make Money. That would be the Best Job on Earth. Plus you can do Payments like you said.

[ESR250R]

how do you like your shockcovers???? what kinda material are they???
later
casey


i was expecting my shocks about 3 weeks ago when they told me i was getting them so they are in my list but havent recieved them yet. they supposedely shipped them out today and i will recieve them in the beginning of the week.

[hetrick425ex]

ooooooo hahah i know how ya feel.... well lemme know when you get them...Thanks
casey

[Dave400ex]

Casey what did you do to your Rear Shock?

[hetrick425ex]

well i have just the stock right now.... as soon as i get his stuff paid off im gettin a JB +1.25 swing, RPM Axle, probably elka or zps rear
later

[Dave400ex]

Sounds Good. Since you already have Elka Fronts I would get a Elka Rear to Match.

[hetrick425ex]

thats what i was thinking... i am deffiently goin with jb all th way though~~

[ESR250R]

so how did u like your fronts hetrick lets hear a review on them.

[hetrick425ex]

well im goin up to practice wednesday and racing sunday so ill let ya know how they work out....
thanks
casey

[ESR250R]

i called elka up earlier and they told me that they recieved my check and sent the shocks out yesterday afternoon. they told me the delivery date was 5-8-02 and gave me the tracking number. i checked it and it also said delivery tomarrow. i'll get some pictures and post them and give a review as well.

ps how much travel will these shocks add to my 250r?

and how do i post pictures on here (i am computer stupid)

[jcv400ex]

AHHH!!! This is what it use to look like......Casey, what'd you do!!!! J/K

http://photos.yahoo.com/bc/jcv400ex/vwp?.dir=/My+Photos&.dnm=My+old+400ex.jpg&.src=ph&.view=t&.hires=t

[Dave400ex]

The Picture didn`t Work. Do you have any Pictures of the Cannibal?

[jcv400ex]

http://photos.yahoo.com/jcv400ex

Yeah, damn link isn't working. I hate trying to post pics in here.

I have 2 pics of the C-dale. Right after I rolled it off of the trailer. I'll have some more in my yahoo photos by the weekend.

[hetrick425ex]

hahahah here ya go jim....
heres what my bike looked like when i bought it....

[hetrick425ex]

and heres a pic of Jcv400ex's new bike....

[Dave400ex]

Casey that 400 has changed a lot. I think if I was ever to get another Quad and it wasn`t a Honda 440EX, 450EX (CRF Motor), or 600EX or Bigger I would Buy a C-Dale.

[hetrick425ex]

yeah jim let me ride his c'dale up at Fox last weekend, it was aright, it just felt wierd and i think it needs some more bottom end to keep up to the 400, the top end is insane, it feels alot like a 2 stroke though might be why it feels wierd... i dont know all and all its a pretty nice bike.

[Foxrage]

That was my first impression of the c dale too no bottom end at all. They sound weird too.

[jcv400ex]

No, it's there. I saw a stock Blaze pulling the Holeshot on a handfull of built 250r's....

It idles at 2000 rpms, remember. It's just a different type of power when compared to conventional 4 stroke engines. (for lack of a better phrase) The rev limiter is 11,600 also!

[Foxrage]

IT has the toque just taking right you had to rev it up alot. I like them alot though.

[Dave400ex]

I would Love to have a C-Dale. They are Ugly Looking, but they have all the Power and a OK Chassis.

[Foxrage]

U must have not seen the moto or speed in real life that silver just makes me wanna do anything for one.

[Dave400ex]

I`ll see some this Weekend. I`m going to take all kinds of Pictures at Red Bud.