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Title: 1978 KTM 250 MC5 Shock
Post by: Cory Hackett on July 06, 2011, 11:50:25 PM

Can anyone tell me the correct rear shock length (eye to eye) for a 1978 KTM 250 MC5?

Thanks

Title: 1978 KTM 250 MC5 Shock
Post by: Rocket on July 07, 2011, 09:05:31 AM

13-1/2" should be in the ball park.
Rocket

Title: 1978 KTM 250 MC5 Shock
Post by: skiracer on July 11, 2011, 12:00:29 PM

The shocks on my 1976 MC 5 measure 13.75" center to center of the bolt holes. James

Title: 1978 KTM 250 MC5 Shock
Post by: Dave Withrow on July 11, 2011, 12:09:32 PM

I have run 14 inch on the back before on a '78.....felt like it cornered better with a little downforce on the front.
Big Dave

Title: 1978 KTM 250 MC5 Shock
Post by: firstturn on July 11, 2011, 02:38:38 PM

Cory,
Go with the 14" for better steering.

Ron Carbaugh

Title: 1978 KTM 250 MC5 Shock
Post by: Cory Hackett on July 11, 2011, 06:38:39 PM

Sweet,

Thanks Guys

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