Motorcycle Shock Absorbers & Struts
- KYB®Rear Shock Bladder (120105200101)Rear Shock Bladder by KYB®. Engineered for O.E.M. shocks to ensure the best performance and durability under the most extreme conditions. This top-grade product is expertly made in compliance with stringent industry standards to offer a...Provides a smooth steering responseMade to fit KYB shock bodies precisely, to keep consistent rates and long life$15.91
- Burly Brand®Slammer Drop KitSlammer Drop Kit by Burly Brand®. Designed utilizing the latest technology, this product features premium quality and will perform better than advertised. Perfect for your vehicle and lifestyle, it is manufactured to meet or exceed...Designed to deliver trouble-free, consistent performanceRight for your vehicle and lifestyle$198.95 - $390.95
- Progressive Suspension®412 Series Shocks412 Series Shocks by Progressive Suspension®. The 412 Series shocks are simply the best value shock on the market today. The 412s simple, durable design means they will be an improvement to your motorcycle's suspension performance for...All Steel double wall damper with multistage velocity sensitive damping5-position cam style preload adjuster$344.95 - $412.95
- EMGO®Classic ShocksClassic Shocks by EMGO®. This top-grade product is expertly made in compliance with stringent industry standards to offer a fusion of a well-balanced design and high level of craftsmanship. Manufactured from industry-leading materials...Carefully developed for the highest level of qualityExtensively tested to ensure ultimate efficiency$120.33 - $162.68
- Burly Brand®Slammer Plus ShocksSlammer Plus Shocks by Burly Brand®. This top-grade product is expertly made in compliance with stringent industry standards to offer a fusion of a well-balanced design and high level of craftsmanship. Manufactured from industry-leading...High-Pressure gas charged 11.5" damperAlmost 2" of Travel$367.95
- Burly Brand®Slammer ShocksSlammer Shocks by Burly Brand®. Dropped fork springs and stubby shocks in one easy to install and friendly kit. The Slammer Kit does not require disassembly of the forks and can be installed with the front end still on the bike on most...Made with innovations for the latest in qualityPerfect for motorcycle applications$252.95 - $367.95
- KYB®Shock Service KitShock Service Kit by KYB®. Specially designed for the excessive loads that motocross bikes endure. Each spring is made to the tightest tolerances, to ensure consistent rates, precise fit and durability. This top-grade product is...Provides a smooth steering responseMade to fit KYB shock bodies precisely, to keep consistent rates and long life$63.93 - $70.57
- BBR Motorsports®Heavy-Duty Shock SpringHeavy-Duty Shock Spring by BBR Motorsports®. If you're looking for a quality product that will serve you for years to come, look no further. This top-grade product is expertly made in compliance with stringent industry standards to...30% stiffer than stockPreset and stress relieved for long life$69.95 - $129.95
- Pivot Works®Shock Repair KitShock Repair Kit by Pivot Works®. This top-grade product is expertly made in compliance with stringent industry standards to offer a fusion of a well-balanced design and high level of craftsmanship. Manufactured from industry-leading...Designed with advanced technology to cover your bearings needsMade using proprietary production technology$94.67 - $109.92
- Progressive Suspension®465 Series Shock with RAP465 Series Shock with RAP by Progressive Suspension®. The 465 Series R.A.P. (Remote Adjustable Preload) is a state of the art high pressure gas monotube shock design for the new Harley-Davidson M8 Softail models. It utilizes a...High Pressure Gas Monotube5 position rebound adjuster - Tune for changing conditions & riding styles$978.95 - $1,093.95
- Race Tech®Gold Valve™ Shock KitGold Valve™ Shock Kit by Race Tech®. Proven bolt-on shock valving system that improves control, traction, performance and bottoming resistance. Increased flow area puts valving control on the shim stack for outstanding tunability....Designed to fine-tune your ride so you can enjoy top-notch performanceGreat for amateur motocross riders and professional bike rippers alike$179.99 - $299.87
- All Balls®Shock BladderShock Bladder by All Balls®. This top-grade product is expertly made in compliance with stringent industry standards to offer a fusion of a well-balanced design and high level of craftsmanship. Manufactured from industry-leading...Crafted to deliver unbeatable levels of qualityHigh grade materials for exceptional performance$21.54
- All Balls®Shock BumperShock Bumper by All Balls®. This top-grade product is expertly made in compliance with stringent industry standards to offer a fusion of a well-balanced design and high level of craftsmanship. Manufactured from industry-leading...Crafted to deliver unbeatable levels of qualityHigh grade materials for exceptional performance$17.96 - $22.72
- All Balls®Shock Seal Head KitShock Seal Head Kit by All Balls®. All seal heads are made from 6061-T6 Aluminum to save weight. All Rear Shock Seal/Head Kits have an air bleed hole. This helps remove air from the oil reservoir during seal head installation.Oil seal...Used by pro racing pilots and amateur bikers around the worldBlend of astounding operation and unmatched reliability$42.18 - $54.07
- Burly Brand®Stiletto ShocksStiletto Shocks by Burly Brand®. Stiletto Shocks were created to give your bike the attitude and suspension travel that a proper corner-eating machine needs. The high performance damper is wrapped in a spring combination designed...Made with innovations for the latest in qualityPerfect for motorcycle applications$344.95
- Factory Connection®Heavy-Duty Rubber Shock BumperHeavy-Duty Rubber Shock Bumper by Factory Connection®. Specifically designed for the KYB shocks. It features a taller, wider bump rubber and utilizes a different compound to give the shock a more forgiving yet progressive feel....Improves bottoming feel and wear lifeAvailable for 14 or 16 mm KYB and Showa shocks$28.80
- Factory Connection®Shock Shaft Nut CoverShock Shaft Nut Cover by Factory Connection®. Designed the Shock Shaft Nut Cover to save you money and increase the life of your bump rubber. The design includes a more durable flat bottom flange and improved dome that prevents the...Made with maximum safety and reliability in mindCreated by professionals to meet your requirements$22.14
- Fox®IFP-QSR Shocks & StrutsIFP-QSR Shocks & Struts by Fox®. Designed utilizing the latest technology, this product features premium quality and will perform better than advertised. Perfect for your vehicle and lifestyle, it is manufactured to meet or exceed...Designed to deliver trouble-free, consistent performanceRight for your vehicle and lifestyle$649.99 - $949.99
- Fox®Monotube Shock AbsorberMonotube Shock Absorber by Fox®. Upgrade your suspension with Fox performance shock absorbers to enjoy exceptional handling, traction, and braking, Designed using state-of-the-art technology, they are proven to give you unparalleled...Model-specific optimized ride tuneGas-charged mono-tube, with internal floating piston$779.99 - $899.99
- HardDrive®10.5" Lowering Shocks10.5" Lowering Shocks by HardDrive®. This top-grade product is expertly made in compliance with stringent industry standards to offer a fusion of a well-balanced design and high level of craftsmanship. Manufactured from industry-leading...Precise manufacturing and high-grade materialsExpertly crafted from the highest grade materials$186.53 - $204.78
- HardDrive®4-Speed Shock4-Speed Shock by HardDrive®. This top-grade product is expertly made in compliance with stringent industry standards to offer a fusion of a well-balanced design and high level of craftsmanship. Manufactured from industry-leading...Precise manufacturing and high-grade materialsExpertly crafted from the highest grade materials$158.36 - $255.56
- HardDrive®Bazooka Preload ShockBazooka Preload Shock by HardDrive®. Bazooka shocks with RacingBros' race proven SAV, "Speed Adaptive Valving", damping system provides superior ride quality regardless of road conditions. This top-grade product is expertly made in...Multiple lengthsNo special tool needed$377.96
- HardDrive®Bazooka Preload/Rebound Adjustable ShockBazooka Preload/Rebound Adjustable Shock by HardDrive®. Bazooka shocks with RacingBros' race proven SAV, "Speed Adaptive Valving", damping system provides superior ride quality regardless of road conditions. This top-grade product is...Rebound adjustable version availableNo special tool needed$521.96
- HardDrive®Remote Reservoir Shock AbsorberRemote Reservoir Shock Absorber by HardDrive®. This top-grade product is expertly made in compliance with stringent industry standards to offer a fusion of a well-balanced design and high level of craftsmanship. Manufactured from...Speed Adaptive Valving (SAV)Internal floating piston design for consistent performance$851.36 - $1,124.96
- HardDrive®Replacement ShockReplacement Shock by HardDrive®. This top-grade product is expertly made in compliance with stringent industry standards to offer a fusion of a well-balanced design and high level of craftsmanship. Manufactured from industry-leading...Made with heavy duty steel constructionAll mounting hardware included$27.86 - $33.26
- HardDrive®Shicane HLR ShockShicane HLR Shock by HardDrive®. This top-grade product is expertly made in compliance with stringent industry standards to offer a fusion of a well-balanced design and high level of craftsmanship. Manufactured from industry-leading...High grade materials paired with the innovative designExceptional quality at an affordable price$615.56 - $800.96
- Ohlins®Rear ShockRear Shock by Ohlins®. Want to take your ride to the next level in performance and comfort? Then, look no further than these premium-grade suspension parts. Expertly crafted from the finest materials for impeccable strength and...Manufactured from superior materials for dependability and valueTough-as-nails construction built to last for many years to come$599.00 - $999.00
- Ohlins®TTX GP Shock AbsorberTTX GP Shock Absorber by Ohlins®. Straight from the champions - the new TTX GP is Ohlins latest range of shock absorbers for sport and hypersport bikes. For 2018 Ohlins will be updating and revising the TTX GP product...TTX technology, twin tube technologyRebound and compression adjustment straight from MotoGP$1,399.00 - $1,469.00
- Paughco®Shock StrutsShock Struts by Paughco®. When it comes to quality, Paughco® knows no compromises. All the products made by this stringent quality control conditions. The latest manufacturing methods coupled with the use of the highest-grade...Designed specifically for your Motorcycle$150.95
- Progressive Suspension®12 Series Dampers12 Series Dampers by Progressive Suspension®. With shock and fork spring fitments all the way back to 1949, Progressive Suspension likely has the suspension setup you need for your restoration, AHRMA racer or vintage machine. The 12, 13...Gas chargedNon-adjustable damping$234.95
All modern motorcycles are equipped with suspension parts that help improve handling and provide comfort for riders and passengers by absorbing vibration and the energy of impacts caused by road irregularities. The front suspension consists of a pair of telescopic fork tubes, while the rear section includes a swingarm suspended on single or double shock absorbers or rigid struts. By changing and adjusting shock absorbers, you can fine-tune your suspension so that it can provide the quality of ride that you want. Almost all hydraulic or high-pressure gas monotube shock absorbers on motorcycles, which are also called “shocks” or “dampers,” come with coil-over springs. Hydraulic shocks may have internal or external oil reservoirs.
By choosing and installing new shock absorbers on your motorcycle, you can change the stance of your machine, its ride height, and handling. Also, you might want to replace your dampers if your old parts are worn or damaged. Most riders prefer to make their vehicles ride as smoothly as possible without losing their handling quality. One of the simplest and most affordable ways of upgrading a motorcycle suspension is the installation of performance shock absorbers with velocity-sensitive damping and quick pre-load adjusting capabilities. You can fine-tune the quality of the ride on the fly depending on the load and riding conditions.
Today, you don’t even need tools to adjust the compression rate of your shocks. You simply flip the switch or turn the threaded pre-load adjusters to achieve noticeable changes in ride quality and handling. You may want to make an adjustment or install new dampers if you feel that the ride is too harsh, and the suspension is too rigid or is not using full travel. Also, you may experience excessive body roll or bottom out completely on large bumps or landings after jumps on a dirt bike. The installation process is fairly simple, and the job could be done with only basic hand tools.
The only "advanced" thing that you will need to swap your twin shock absorbers is a motorcycle jack or lift stand. You have to find a safe way to elevate the rear side of your bike and then support the weight of the rear wheel assembly to eliminate the pressure on the shock fasteners. You can use wooden planks and wedges to keep the wheel from falling down when you remove bolts holding the shock absorbers. If you have decided to install taller shocks, make sure you lift your bike high enough to lower the swingarm to fit new parts.
There are only two bolts for each damper – the upper one on the frame, and the other one on the swingarm. Remove the bottom bolts first. That way the shocks will safely hang on the upper fasteners without crashing on your hands when you take out one of the bolts. For the same reason, put on the upper bolts first when installing the new shocks. If new dampers are longer or shorter, remove or add planks under the rear wheel and adjust the wedge to align mounting points on the swingarm and the bottom of new shocks. Check your service manual and use a torque wrench to tighten shock absorber bolts according to the factory specifications.
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