Just a quick FYI...
Here is an example of the lever style compressor I mentioned, this one from Race Tech about 3/4 down the page in middle...
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I have more info I will check tonight, And yes F390 thanks for researching, I was already eyeballing a spare FZ600 unit I had laying around but the R6 unit would be much nicer! already asking around from various R6 folks I know....
Yup yup. Looks just like the one the suspension shop I used back in my racing days used. I'll probably go the ratchet straps method. I looked online more and looks like you are completely correct. No need to pull the eye to remove the spring. Yay! I have to admit I'm a dyed in blue Suzuki guy generally. This is my first KTM, and I've never owned, nor likely ever will own, a Yamahahahaha. But I'm quite happy to use the shock off one!
Shipping taking shows the shock should arrive Friday... So I should have news for all how it fits this weekend it's looking like. :-D