got fronts, do I need rear? [Archive]

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ridinthedunes

12-21-2002, 10:32 AM

I've got some works tripple rate w/rezzies on the way
for my 400ex. How will it handle with the stock rear?
If I need to get rid of the stock rear, would I be o.k
to get the elka rebuild for it? how much.
Thanks,
R/T

infantry317

12-21-2002, 11:13 AM

The rear stock is good but should be re-valved according to several people that I've talked to.

12-21-2002, 04:47 PM

u should be fine with just fronts. the only time u really need a rear is if u get sagging shocks and even then people dont changte rears

tants

12-21-2002, 09:29 PM

if ya got the cash just get a rear works shock. but if only got like $300 get an elka revalve by quadshop

ridinthedunes

12-22-2002, 01:28 AM

Thanks guys, I think I'll run the stock rear next year and
see how it goes. If I don't like it, I'll either get it revalved
or get a new one.
Thanks.
R/T

Nausty

12-22-2002, 01:54 AM

you should be fine with the stock, it costs about $300 to have it revalved and differant springs and whatnot and myself I ended up hating the rebuilt stock shock and buying aftermarket anyways. Waste of $300.

ridinthedunes

12-22-2002, 02:01 AM

Good info.
Thanx,
R/T

tprender

12-22-2002, 06:09 AM

Run the stock rear, but make sure that you have the sag set for you.

ridinthedunes

12-22-2002, 10:14 AM

Spring tension?

odie

12-22-2002, 10:31 AM

how much do those works shocks cost and where did you order them from?

ridinthedunes

12-22-2002, 10:43 AM

Check with the quadshop for pricing on new shocks.

I bought these ones used from an exrider.

Dave400ex

12-22-2002, 11:36 AM

It would be a smart investment to have the Rear rebuilt. Talk to the Quadshop.

Sparks425Ex

12-22-2002, 01:56 PM

Stick with the stock rear shock. Being stock it has alot of adjustment anyway. It is a good shock to start with and doesn't need much.

Keep on saving and wait and get a Full Elka Rear Shock. You will be much happier.

If you decide to get a rebuild then talk to Jeff@QUADSHOP. The Mac Daddy Rebuild is great.

Glamis400ex

12-22-2002, 04:23 PM

I agree with most of whats said here. The stocker is adequate, but if you get the rear re-valved and re-sprung for your weight, well worth the money.

I rode my Works on the front for 1 year, then had my rear done 6 months ago.....night and day difference. Now the rear can work together with the fronts. Just fronts are fine, but the fronts will work like they're supposed to if the rear is of the same build quality.

Just my 2 cents

Glamis