DAL Posted May 2, 2011 Report Share Posted May 2, 2011 I'm building a "budget" (weekend warrior type stuff) MX Banshee, and when searching the threads found differing opinions regarding purchasing a YFZ450 rear shock and having it rebuilt to fit the Banshee (including MattSCESC's thread about shortening). Some people seem to think it's a good idea, while others suggest just having the stock Banshee shock rebuilt. Can someone please clarify which is better? Since every penny can be used somewhere else for my build, if I don't have to spend the extra $80-$100 (or more) to purchase a used YFZ shock, just rebuilding the Banshee one seems much more budget-friendly, especially if I can get the same (or very close) performance. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
So Cal Suspension Posted May 3, 2011 Report Share Posted May 3, 2011 I'm building a "budget" (weekend warrior type stuff) MX Banshee, and when searching the threads found differing opinions regarding purchasing a YFZ450 rear shock and having it rebuilt to fit the Banshee (including MattSCESC's thread about shortening). Some people seem to think it's a good idea, while others suggest just having the stock Banshee shock rebuilt. Can someone please clarify which is better? Since every penny can be used somewhere else for my build, if I don't have to spend the extra $80-$100 (or more) to purchase a used YFZ shock, just rebuilding the Banshee one seems much more budget-friendly, especially if I can get the same (or very close) performance. The shortening service I offer is for the front YFZ shocks. Unfortunately the stock YFZ rear shock uses a completely different lower mount, and will not work on the Banshee with stock linkage. If you are looking for a revalve, your stock rear shock is the way to go. I only charge $85, plus a $40 seal head and $5 shipping to do your stock rear shock. Total, out the door for your stock rear, revalved, you'd only be looking at $130. Unless you need a new spring; that option is by far, the most budget friendly way to go. I also stock Eibach rear springs in just about any spring rate you need, for $104 installed with any other service. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DAL Posted May 3, 2011 Author Report Share Posted May 3, 2011 Thanks Matt - appreciate the clarification. I'll be in contact with you shortly. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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