Orange 5 Shock Size
 

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[Closed] Orange 5 Shock Size

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Wonder if anyone can help, what is the size of shock that can be used on a 2006 Orange 5? Currently has a Manitou X3 on it with 190mm centres and 50mm stroke. As I would prefer to use Fox what are the options?? Thanks John.


 
Posted : 17/02/2012 9:51 am
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190x50 is a standard size.

Use anything from anyone in that size. RP23 or DHX coil of some variety....


 
Posted : 17/02/2012 9:53 am
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Cheers for that, unsure of what was the standard as I've just got the bike and Orange website doesn't carry this sort of info.


 
Posted : 17/02/2012 10:00 am
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There is even a CCDB available in that size.

Basically - until recently its been one of the most common sizes of shock - you can buy new or 2nd hand easily in that size. The only other thing should be hardware to suit your shock - again easily available 8x22 only varience will be the make of the shock.


 
Posted : 17/02/2012 10:06 am
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Which Fox shock are you looking to get? I have a nearly new Fox RP23 (not Kashima tho) in my spares box doing nothing since i swapped it for a CCDB (also an Orange Five). Let me know if interested.


 
Posted : 17/02/2012 10:12 am
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Would take you up on the RP23 but 'er indoors will string me up if I spend anymore on bike bits, one guess who wears the pants in my house 😉


 
Posted : 17/02/2012 10:24 am
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I also have a 2012 RP23 with Kashima in the for sale section


 
Posted : 17/02/2012 10:37 am
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creamegg, how much would you want for the RP23? I've been thinking about replacing the Manitou swinger i have on my old five.


 
Posted : 17/02/2012 10:49 am
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dunno, how much is a second hand one worth? It's in good nick tho. Make me an offer if you want, i'm heading out soon tho but will reply when back in later today.


 
Posted : 17/02/2012 10:50 am
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Can't help but notice a lot of shocks for sale with 200mm i2i size rather than 190mm, has anyone successfully fitted one on an Orange 5 and if so how much more stroke can be used??


 
Posted : 20/02/2012 8:11 pm

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