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EX250 Shock

Steve C

Steve C

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I'm looking for a used aftermarket unit. Somebody has to have one laying around somewhere... :ride


Email qwck10th at comcast dot net

Cheers,

- Steve
 
I have a stock EX500 unit which I think bolts up with a firmer rate?
 
Ruchmate said:
I have a stock EX500 unit which I think bolts up with a firmer rate?
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Careful on this one, for though an EX-500 is a heavier (by about 80lbs.) bike than the Ninja 250, due to the different leverage ratios of the shock linkages (dogbones and clevis) on the 250 vs. the 500, the EX-500 shock's spring-rate is actually LOWER (aka "SOFTER") than the 250's!!

There is a preload adjuster on the 500 shock, to enable setting sag, but that won't have any impact on the spring-rate being softer (too soft), if this shock is bolted directly onto the existing linkages on a Ninja 250.

Just a little heads-up, to prevent anyone not being aware of this, and going the wrong direction.
 
Ruchmate said:
Ah forgivaness please!! I was unaware!!
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No worries. It's natural (I did too until checking into things) to assume that the shock on a "500", would have a stiffer setup than on a "250". It's just in the case of these two bikes the mechanics (leverage ratios) of the linkages ends up with the actual stiffness (spring rate of the two shock's springs), being reverse of what one would think.
 
Rumor is a lot of EX250 riders like the SV650 shock as a replacement.

Lots of SV650 guys like the ZX-6 and GSX-R shocks and usually probably toss there shock away.

Could easily get one for shipping or shipping plus a few bucks.

Some adjustability and while I have heard its not a great shock on the SV, its supposed to be better on the Ninja.

Probably not like an aftermarket unit though.
 
I have both a stock SV650 shock and ZX-6RR shocks for sale too :)

I know a lot of 250 guys put the stock SV650 shock and I think they opt for that over the ZX because the ZX and GSXR ones have external reservoirs which might have trouble fitting.
 
Thanks for the replies. The SV shock on EX linkage is sprung appropriately for a 275# rider. I have one on the bike now and its a little too stiff for me, and I like stiff suspension. I have a stock mid-90's Gixxer shock too, but haven't done any testing on it. I was hoping to find a 2fiddy racer that wants to clean up the garage.

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I've got an old Works Performance shock for an EX250. PM me an offer and it is yours! It isn't pretty by any means, but it functions.
 
I recently rode a friend of mine's ninja 250 which he just purchased. It was green and I believe it belonged to a Jim Race. I noticed the extended dogbone connected to the lower of the rear shock. I was wondering if any of you gentleman know about this, whether it is to gain a better ride height or it's actual function. Is correct ride height not obtainable just by upgrading to and sv650 shock or other aftermarket shock?
 
The SV shock is about an inch longer. This raises the back and has the same effect as moving the forks up in the triples (quicker turn-in.) The longer dog bone's effect is basically the same except you can adjust the dog bones and change the ride height without affecting the preload on the spring. Hope that makes sense.

- Steve
 
Yes, makes good sense. So theoretically, with an sv650 shock or other brand, I should not need a longer dogbone for correct height. But I may not be able to obtain the correct preload. Any suggestions on the best "cheapest shock" that works well??? I don't mind modifying things to make the resevoir fit. I am building a dedicated 250 track bike on a budget (god dang economy)!
 
vmar said:
Yes, makes good sense. So theoretically, with an sv650 shock or other brand, I should not need a longer dogbone for correct height. But I may not be able to obtain the correct preload. Any suggestions on the best "cheapest shock" that works well??? I don't mind modifying things to make the resevoir fit. I am building a dedicated 250 track bike on a budget (god dang economy)!
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Ahem, I indulged your questions with a reply. If you want a conversation (and people to see your question), start your own thread :thumbup

- Steve
 
Okee Dokee Steve. Sorry, kinda new to this thread stuff. Will do!

Cheers!
Vincent---
 
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