Shaun is correct, fitting is the relatively easy part. Getting the internal valving of the shock right to match the ''motion ratio'' that the linkage system imparts to it is the tricky part that inevitably takes time and money. Also the spring rate to match both the bike and rider.
No energy to dredge back but are you saying that Elka make a shock specifically to match this chassis and linkage etc? If so and they are as good as their word then go for it BUT very much get a written guarantee. If not then its just another shock that will need valving and springing. That would require the bike to confirm that everything will work as intended, it cannot be done from a distance because it would be little better than guesswork
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