Motorcycle Shock Absorbers & Struts
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- XTrig®Preload Adjuster (500010500301)Preload Adjuster by XTrig®. The preload adjuster makes changing the preload settings very quick and easy and replaces both preload rings on your shock. In their place is a mechanical device that uses the shock body's threads to move an...Mechanical transmissionUse the complete thread of the shock absorber$200.60
- XTrig®Preload Adjuster (500010300101)Preload Adjuster by XTrig®. The preload adjuster makes changing the preload settings very quick and easy and replaces both preload rings on your shock. In their place is a mechanical device that uses the shock body's threads to move an...Mechanical transmissionUse the complete thread of the shock absorber$170.16
- Xtrig®Preload Adjuster (500010200401)Preload Adjuster by Xtrig®. The preload adjuster makes changing the preload settings very quick and easy and replaces both preload rings on your shock. In their place is a mechanical device that uses the shock body's threads to move an...Mechanical transmissionUse the complete thread of the shock absorber$186.52
- 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
- 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
- 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
- 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$679.00 - $999.00
- 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
- Progressive Suspension®412 Cruise Series Shocks412 Cruise Series Shocks 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. If...1977 - 2017 Sportster appsSits like an 11.5" eye to eye$402.95
- Progressive Suspension®413 Series Shocks413 Series Shocks by Progressive Suspension®. The 413 Series Shock is simple, durable and will be an improvement to your motorcycles suspension performance for as long as you are riding it. A five-position cam style preload adjuster...Heavy-duty steel cases with a POM-M90 bearing cup isolate the ball end from the case for long lifeBall joint kit is sold per A-arm and comes with snap ring and cotter pin$319.95 - $412.95
- Progressive Suspension®422 Series Shocks422 Series Shocks by Progressive Suspension®. Suspension system for the venerable Softail style chassis is exclusively available as an adjustable ride height version. Progressive Suspension was the first to introduce aftermarket shocks...Length: Adjustable from stock to 2" lowerFinish: Show Chrome$574.95
- Progressive Suspension®422 Series Shocks with RAP422 Series Shocks with RAP by Progressive Suspension®. Shocks hidden under the frame make common adjustments difficult on the Softail® chassis. Not anymore! RAP (Remote Adjustable Preload) combines high performance shocks with a...Length: Adjustable from stock to 2" lowerFinish: Show Chrome$888.95 - $905.95
- Progressive Suspension®429 Series Shocks429 Series Shocks by Progressive Suspension®. 429 Series shocks were designed to improve handling and stability while cruising and when at full payload. Available in a Heavy Duty spring rate, the 429 Series feature a Steel monotube,...Made with dedication to forward-thinking design and high qualityUnique, dependable, and functional$494.95
- Progressive Suspension®430 Series Shocks430 Series Shocks by Progressive Suspension®. High pressure gas mono tube design with deflective disk damping to insure high performance ride control the 430 Series can also be mounted rod up or rod down, depending on your application....High pressure gas mono tube designDeflective disk damping$574.95 - $648.95
- Progressive Suspension®435 Series Shock435 Series Shock by Progressive Suspension®. The 435 Series rear shock is a completely new design and is sprung and valved to address the challenges of the Kawasaki monoshock chassis, resulting in improved stability and steering...Engineered around your bike’s suspension needsCutting-edge technology for an ultimately comfortable ride$494.95
- Progressive Suspension®444 Series Shocks444 Series Shocks by Progressive Suspension®. 444 Series Shocks feature a proprietary patented Frequency Sensing Technology (FST) that has the unique ability to dynamically adjust damping as you ride; what this means is whether you're...Frequency Sensing Technology (FST) Allows the shocks to sense the frequency of a bump and automatically adjust damping for superior ride qualityDeflective disc valving$781.95
- Progressive Suspension®465 Series Shock465 Series Shock by Progressive Suspension®. The 465 Series is a state of the art high pressure gas monotube shock design for the new Harley-Davidson M8 Softail models. It utilizes a large 46mm bore with deflective disc damping,...High Pressure Gas Monotube5 position rebound adjuster - Tune for changing conditions & riding styles$603.95 - $747.95
- Progressive Suspension®490 Sport Series Shocks490 Sport Series Shocks by Progressive Suspension®. A true sport performance shock at heart with an unbelievable low cost, the new 490 Sport Series Shocks feature a high-pressure monotube with deflective disc damping technology, hand...High Pressure Gas MonotubeDeflective Disc Damping$781.95 - $902.95
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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