There are several types of ELKA shock absorbers for different possible uses. Before making your choice from the range, you need to ask yourself the right questions! Which ELKA shock absorber is best suited to my quad use?

Here are the 3 main types of use:

RECREATIONAL

• Recreational trail riding

• To replace original shock absorbers

• Focus on comfort and simplicity

  

If you ride mainly for pleasure, why not make every outing as enjoyable as possible?

BENEFITS :

• Marked improvement in comfort vs. original shocks

• Greater stability, making the ATV easier and safer to ride

• Better protection against sudden impacts, bumps and holes

• Larger, more efficient usable adjustment range

• Better performance for upgrading or replacing worn OE shocks

  

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SPORT / PERFORMANCE

• Sporty and/or intense driving

• Enhance vehicle capabilities

• Performance-oriented products

  

Look no further to improve the performance of your quad or ssv. Our ELKA shock absorbers can take your riding to the next level within your budget.

BENEFITS :

• Serious performance improvement vs. original shocks

• More precise and efficient adjustments with a wider usable range

• Increased travel on most sport quads, even with OE wishbones and swingarm

• Configuration optimized for your vehicle model and calibrated according to your riding style (Trail, MX, XC, Dunes, Desert, etc...) with springs adapted to your weight

• Available for original geometry (stock) or for most wishbones (front axles) and various swingarms 

  

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HIGH-PERFORMANCE / RACING

• Aggressive riding or racing

• Race-level performance

• Highly adjustable products

If you're the type of rider who pushes the limits or races competitively, you need the best shocks that can give you the control, precision and speed you're looking for.

BENEFITS :

• Race-level shock absorbers with precise control of all suspension parameters

• Calibrated handling for maximum speed despite impacts and jumps

• Products specifically designed to extract the full performance potential of your ATV's geometry, giving you maximum traction and absolute control while preventing fatigue when you're riding hard.

• Calibrated for aggressive riding or racing, specifically for your model of vehicle and your discipline (MX, XC, Desert, etc...) with springs adapted to your weight

• Available for original geometry (stock) or for most wide front axles and swingarms competition.

  

  

  

 TECHNICAL DETAILS OF THE ELKA RANGE:

  

ELKA STAGE 1:

The Stage 1 is the most affordable entry-level model, designed to improve the suspension of your QUAD or SSV beyond the capabilities of stock shocks.

If you think your stock shocks are "good enough" for you, you've never tried a suspension package specifically calibrated for you and your vehicle.

Stage 1 brings incredible differences to your QUAD or SSV, allowing you to stay in full control as you ride comfortably over bumps, obstacles and vibrations. The harder you push on the throttle, the more your Stage 1s will reveal their full potential and make a difference to the handling and performance of your QUAD or SSV.

 

 

BENEFITS OF ELKA STAGE 1 SHOCK ABSORBERS:

To improve on original equipment (OEM) shocks, often for a price comparable to OEM shocks
Simple to use, easy to install for instant improvements in handling, comfort and stability
Designed specifically for your vehicle, calibrated to your weight and riding style.
Same top-quality components as our top-of-the-range models
STAGE 1 // CONFIGURATIONS AVAILABLE
Front shock absorbers, 36mm, sold in pairs
Rear shock absorbers for vehicles with independent suspension, 36mm, sold in pairs for UTILITY quads  and individually for SPORTS quads

For SSVs

Front shock absorbers, 36mm or 46mm, sold in pairs
Rear shock absorbers, 36mm or 46mm, sold in pairs
Product not available for certain models of high-performance sports vehicles.

ELKA STAGE 1 SHOCK ABSORBER ADJUSTMENTS :

 
SPRING PRELOAD
Allows you to fine-tune the initial force applied to the springs to precisely control the weight distribution between the front and rear wheels, while adjusting the ride height (ground clearance) to raise or lower the vehicle and its center of gravity to suit various situations or your personal preferences.

How to adjust :

• Turn the spring preload adjustment ring clockwise (as seen from the top of the shock absorber) to increase preload and raise the vehicle.

• Turn the spring preload adjustment ring counter-clockwise (seen from the top of the shock absorber) to reduce preload and lower the vehicle.

  

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS ELKA STAGE 1 SHOCK ABSORBERS :

 
LOW-FRICTION INTERNAL PARTS
ULTRA-LIGHTWEIGHT DESIGN
HARD-ANODIZED PARTS
TRIPLE-SEAL SEALING SYSTEM
EXCLUSIVE OIL FORMULATION

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ELKA STAGE 2:

 

Elka works at on the calibration of Stage 2 shock absorbers to make them easier to use, so you can spend more time simply riding.
Sometimes less is more, and the Stage 2 model is a good example of this.

With less adjustability, you can pay less but still get the same quality components and careful craftsmanship as with our higher-end models. Although not calibrated for racing, these shock absorbers can nonetheless considerably improve the comfort and handling of your QUAD.

Don't be fooled by the apparent simplicity of the Stage 2, this model offers excellent value for money and is one of the best choices for replacing your QUAD's shock absorbers.

  

 

BENEFITS OF ELKA STAGE 2 SHOCK ABSORBERS:

Designed for recreational applications or as replacements for original shocks
Easy to use, simple to install to improve handling, stability and comfort
Excellent choice for riders looking for a good shock at a good price
Vehicle-specific calibration for your weight and riding style
Gives new life to used vehicles or enhances the vehicle's driving pleasure.

 

AVAILABLE STAGE 2 SHOCK ABSORBER CONFIGURATIONS:

Front shock absorbers, 36mm, sold in pairs
Rear shock absorbers for vehicles with independent suspension, 36mm springs, sold in pairs for UTILITY quads and individually for SPORTS quads.

• This product is not currently available on any SSV model.

ELKA STAGE 2 SHOCK ABSORBER ADJUSTMENTS :

 
SPRING PRELOAD
Allows very precise adjustment of the initial force applied to the springs to precisely control weight distribution between the front and rear wheels while adjusting ride height (ground clearance), to raise or lower the vehicle and its center of gravity according to various situations or your personal preferences.

How to adjust :

• Turn the spring preload adjustment ring clockwise (seen from the top of the shock absorber) to increase preload and raise the vehicle.

• Turn the spring preload adjustment ring counter-clockwise (seen from the top of the shock absorber) to reduce preload and lower the vehicle.

REBOUND
Controls the speed at which the shock absorber returns to its position after being compressed following an impact to keep the wheels on the ground and maximize traction while reducing the rebound effect caused by the pressure built up in the springs during impact.

To use, turn the adjustment knob clockwise to slow down extension, or counter-clockwise to speed it up.

TECHNICAL FEATURES OF ELKA STAGE 2 SHOCK ABSORBERS :

 
LOW-FRICTION INTERNAL PARTS
ULTRA-LIGHTWEIGHT DESIGN
HARD-ANODIZED PARTS
TRIPLE-SEAL SEALING SYSTEM
EXCLUSIVE OIL FORMULATION

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ELKA STAGE 3:

 

 
The Stage 3 is the most popular model and can transform your QUAD or SSV into a true performance machine with real sports capabilities
The Stage 3 model is derived directly from the top-of-the-range Stage 5 model, with which it shares the majority of its components.

This model features a single-knob external compression adjuster that controls the level of low-velocity compression resistance.

This adjustment is combined with a parallel high-velocity circuit that acts like a valve to release the peak pressure caused on impact, enabling advanced performance but is less complex to adjust and more affordable.

BENEFITS OF ELKA STAGE 3 SHOCK ABSORBERS:
Designed for intensive applications and sport riding
Transforms your QUAD or SSV into a machine capable of maintaining greater speed over rough terrain
Excellent choice for riders looking for a reservoir shock absorber with simple but effective adjustability
Provides increased stability, more traction and better impact protection

AVAILABLE CONFIGURATIONS ELKA STAGE 3 SHOCK ABSORBERS:
Front shock absorbers, 36mm, sold in pairs
Rear shock absorbers for vehicles with independent suspension, 36mm, sold in pairs for UTILITY quads and individually for SPORTS quads

 

FOR SSV :

Front shock absorbers, 36mm or 46mm, sold in pairs

Rear shock absorbers, 36mm or 46mm, sold in pairs

ADJUSTMENTS ELKA STAGE 3 SHOCK ABSORBERS :

 

LOW-VELOCITY COMPRESSION

Allows precise adjustment of the level of hydraulic resistance when the shock absorber is compressed slowly. This adjustment controls damping during cornering to control roll, during acceleration to reduce rear-end crush, during braking to control front-end sag, during low-to-medium-speed passage over repetitive bumps or undulations (whoops) and during passage over uneven ground.

How to adjust :

• Turn the red knob clockwise to increase resistance and make the suspension firmer in the situations described above.

• Turn counter-clockwise to reduce resistance and make the suspension softer in the situations described above.

  

 
SPRING PRELOAD
Allows very precise adjustment of the initial force applied to the springs to precisely control weight distribution between the front and rear wheels while adjusting ride height (ground clearance), to raise or lower the vehicle and its center of gravity according to various situations or your personal preferences.

 

How to adjust :

• Turn the spring preload adjustment ring clockwise (seen from the top of the shock absorber) to increase preload and raise the vehicle.

• Turn the spring preload adjustment ring counter-clockwise (seen from the top of the shock absorber) to reduce preload and lower the vehicle.

  

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS ELKA STAGE 3 SHOCK ABSORBERS :
HIGH-FLOW TECHNOLOGY
ULTRA-LIGHTWEIGHT DESIGN
LOW-FRICTION INTERNAL PARTS
HIGH-VELOCITY INTERNAL VALVE CIRCUIT
HARD-ANODIZED PARTS
TRIPLE-SEAL SEALING SYSTEM
EXCLUSIVE OIL FORMULATION

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ELKA STAGE 4:

 

Get all the performance of the latest technology in a more accessible, easier-to-use product
The Stage 4 model is derived directly from the top-of-the-range model, the Stage 5 , with which it shares the majority of components. This model features a single-knob external compression adjustment that controls the level of low-velocity compression resistance. This adjustment is combined with a parallel high-velocity circuit that acts like a valve to release the peak pressure caused on impact, providing less complex to adjust and more affordable "race" level performance.

BENEFITS OF ELKA STAGE 4 SHOCK ABSORBERS:
Helps maintain and increase speed over rough terrain
Reduces excessive weight transfer such as cornering roll and front or rear crush under acceleration and braking
Prevents end-of-travel buffering during major impacts on obstacles or holes
Provides better traction in all conditions for increased maneuverability
Allows precise adjustment of key aspects of the suspension, without too much complexity

AVAILABLE CONFIGURATIONS ELKA STAGE 4 SHOCK ABSORBERS:
Front shock absorbers, 36mm, sold in pairs
Rear shock absorbers, 46mm, sold individually
Rear shock absorbers for independent suspension models, 36mm, sold in pairs
Optional composite guards sold separately

FOR SSV :

Front shock absorbers, 36mm or 46mm, sold in pairs

Rear shocks, 36mm or 46mm, sold in pairs

ADJUSTMENTS ELKA STAGE 4 SHOCK ABSORBERS :

LOW-VELOCITY COMPRESSION
Allows precise adjustment of the level of hydraulic resistance when the shock absorber is compressed slowly.

This adjustment controls damping during cornering to control roll, during acceleration to reduce rear-end crush, during braking to control front-end sag, during low-to-medium-speed passage over repetitive bumps or undulations (whoops) and during passage over uneven ground.

  

How to adjust :

• Turn the red knob clockwise to increase resistance and make the suspension firmer in the situations described above.

• Turn counter-clockwise to reduce resistance and make the suspension softer in the situations described above.

  

REBOUND
Controls the speed at which the shock absorber returns to its position after being compressed following an impact to keep the wheels on the ground and thus maximize traction while reducing the rebound effect caused by the pressure built up in the springs during impact.