Rear shock advice

Fangita · Derestricted Danger Joined: 11 Feb 2014 Karma :

I have a Ktm duke 125 2011 that has just failed it's mot on the rear shock "Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect"

Is it worth getting the shock serviced/repaired here https://www.brooksuspension.co.uk/ktm-duke-125-shock-absorber-refurb-rebuild-repair-service.html

Or would it be better to buy a completely new rear shock, cheapest I have found so far is £248 Sad

Thanks in advance!

MarJay · But it's British! Joined: 15 Sep 2003 Karma :

If service and repair is cheaper, go for that. If it's not, buy a replacement.

Have you asked KTM how much a brand new OEM shock is? Is your bike out of warranty?
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Fangita · Derestricted Danger Joined: 11 Feb 2014 Karma :

MarJay · But it's British! Joined: 15 Sep 2003 Karma :

That's a lot of money for a shock that might well go pop again after five minutes...

Have you looked at aftermarket options like Hagon etc?

A Hagon is only £300 and it'll probably be better than the Indian OEM pile of rubbish...

https://www.wemoto.com/bikes/ktm/125_duke/12/picture/rear_hagon_monoshock/
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Taught2BCauti... · World Chat Champion Joined: 12 Jan 2012 Karma :

Have you tried a dedicated KTM forum?

You might be lucky and find a cheaper rear shock that fits yours, from another model or make.

Several KTM rear shocks on eBay for under £100 - but did you get other quotes for a rebuild?
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Wull · Crazy Courier Joined: 10 Apr 2014 Karma :

Send it off to mct as they'll service it for you and set it up for your weight for about £100-£150 delivered back to you.

Check out their website

https://www.mctsuspension.co.uk/Setup.html
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Fizzer Thou · World Chat Champion Joined: 06 Aug 2011 Karma :

There are plenty of people around who can service a KTM shock for you,especially if it is a WP shock.

As well as MCT https://www.k-tech.uk.com/ also have a good reputation
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Fangita · Derestricted Danger Joined: 11 Feb 2014 Karma :

Thanks for all the advice chaps, decided to go with new!