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Honda Elsinore rear shocks.
« on: October 16, 2021, 06:22:03 pm »
Gents,
I'd like to hear any recommendations for replacement /aftermarket rear shocks for a 1973/74 Honda CR250.
The bike isn't used for competition.

Cheers.
« Last Edit: October 19, 2021, 08:08:07 pm by Gears »

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Re: Honda Elsinore rear shocks.
« Reply #1 on: October 17, 2021, 09:34:38 am »
I will open the "batting". Any period correct shocks in good condition from q reputable maker may be ok. We need an idea of budget. Current brands which may be suitable might be: - YSS from Walter, Betor (MX spec not trials) etc

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Re: Honda Elsinore rear shocks.
« Reply #2 on: October 17, 2021, 11:59:58 am »
I will open the "batting". Any period correct shocks in good condition from q reputable maker may be ok. We need an idea of budget. Current brands which may be suitable might be: - YSS from Walter, Betor (MX spec not trials) etc


Thanks for the reply Peter!....As far as budget goes let say around a $1000- ?....As far as brands and manufactures go, I'm way out of touch on what's available hence this thread.

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Re: Honda Elsinore rear shocks.
« Reply #3 on: October 17, 2021, 12:15:14 pm »
 
      Cannot go wrong with a set of old Koni,s. Thats what was used in the day. Easy to rebuild if the shafts are ok .
   
      Ikon have new replacement seal caps,springs etc. Or they can help you with the Koni replicar shocks they make.

     

       

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Re: Honda Elsinore rear shocks.
« Reply #4 on: October 17, 2021, 12:47:19 pm »
 
      Cannot go wrong with a set of old Koni,s. Thats what was used in the day. Easy to rebuild if the shafts are ok .
   
      Ikon have new replacement seal caps,springs etc. Or they can help you with the Koni replicar shocks they make.

     

     
Do Koni still make bike shocks?

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Re: Honda Elsinore rear shocks.
« Reply #5 on: October 17, 2021, 05:33:46 pm »
Koni no longer make motorcycle shocks. Ikon have bought them out and have their won range of shocks. Whichever shocks you choose the important thing is that suit you.

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Re: Honda Elsinore rear shocks.
« Reply #7 on: October 18, 2021, 04:01:01 pm »
I have been designing and making shocks since 1989  and done many CR 250 . The 3612 is a very hardy , fully rebuildable and two way adjustable twinshock .We always make them to suit your weight and if possible to your color scheme .All made in Australia with short lead times . Save money ,deal direct .https://hyperpro.com.au/store/shocks/3612-adjustable-emulsion-gas-twin-1-pair/  With the change out of your $1000 you may also get a set of forksprings or PD valves . We have it all in stock .
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VMX shocks , We don't just sell them - I design and produce them individually for you since 1989.