Ikon rear shocks 2" or 2.5" travel prefered?

Ikons usually come with 2" travel for Commandos and I'm wondering if everyone would prefer 2.5" travel as with original stock shocks (fender clearance?). Also, what is prefered - Chrome or black bodies with the opposite color springs?

I put Ikons on mine 2 years ago and 2.5 " would be better. I am about to buy the softer springs, because the rear end is a bit harsh. Feels better with a light person on the back. Chrome body, black springs for me. Graham

I have a pair fitted with chrome bodies , black springs . They are on max. preload spring setting seeing as me and my tiny wife camp on long trips with camping gear loaded . Sometimes when going fishing I strap on an inflatable boat . I've never had any rear shocks bottom out and hit the fender . Enjoy .

The Ikons are 13" long same as stock but the standard Ikon travel for Commando is 2" whereas the original shocks have 2.5" travel and I don't think there is any problem bottoming is there? So why not go for 2.5" travel. I know its available on special order. Black bodies with chrome springs are also available on special order.