actually, from my measurements the yfz450 shocks, in stock locations actually limit travel. the shock body is so long, that its capable of those numbers, but wont actually cycle them w/o relocated mounts.
i hope someone an convince me otherwise, cause im about to hack my frame and get out the tig box.
EDIT: ok im a jackass with ADD, and didnt read your whole thread.
i wonder how much cutting hacking will be required for this?