First LT are very expensive and dosent give a big difference to compare with standard travel.Elka make some really good shocks I suggest it to you.
Check at this link (Just for info this dual rates shocks are very good)
Elka shocks
It's normal that your clutch would be harder than stock clutch...A friend of mine put the same clutch HD clutch and he put 3 HD springs and 3 stock springs,that will be softer but I do not know if that causes problem
For snow the better tires I tryed are Otshu - Pro edge II they give a very very good traction.But for ice it's sure your better with stud tires
Check at this for see my with the Pro edge
Banshee in the Snow
Length are not written... I think you buy it compare with a stock.And you need a set of anti-vibe bar clamps.Size of the clamps depend of your handlebars 7/8" or 1 1/8"
Put a .020'' milled head , there will be no problems.A set of dual keihin 30mm carbs will be a great mods or a single 35mm carb also depend of your riding style...
Happy Birthday!Get well soon
Check in this thread, while waiting for that you can ride :beer:
http://www.bansheehq.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=65713
Buddies banshee with LT.they dont have a large diffenrence between standard travel and LT.The only big diffrence are the cost.A good set of aftermarket a-arms and good shocks give a very good setup too..