Drag Specialties Premium Lowering Shocks For Harley Sportster 2004-2022
Slammed Stance, Smoother Ride: Drag Specialties Premium Lowering Shocks for Harley Sportster (2004-2022)
The Harley-Davidson Sportster, from the Iron 883 to the Forty-Eight, is one of the most customized motorcycles in history. The Drag Specialties Premium Lowering Shocks offer the perfect solution for riders looking to achieve that aggressive, slammed custom stance while drastically improving the often harsh, choppy ride of the factory Sportster suspension.
These shocks are a direct bolt-on upgrade for all Harley Sportster XL models from 2004 through 2022, including the popular rubber-mount chassis.
Custom Low Profile, Premium Performance
These are not standard shocks simply cut short. Drag Specialties engineered these Premium Lowering Shocks to maximize ride quality even with reduced travel:
Custom Low Lengths: Available in popular 11-inch and 11.5-inch lengths—giving you up to 2 inches of lowering compared to many stock shocks—to hug the fender to the tire for the ultimate low-rider look.
Progressive-Rate Springs: The springs are designed to be soft initially to absorb small bumps but stiffen rapidly deeper into the stroke. This progressive action is essential for lowering shocks to prevent them from bottoming out harshly when hitting large bumps.
Enhanced Damping: Internal components and damping oil are calibrated to provide better control over wheel movement, ensuring the ride is plush, not bouncy. This effectively helps fix the harsh Sportster ride.
Key Features for the Modern Sportster
These premium shocks are designed to handle the demands of the modern Sportster rider:
Adjustable Preload: Features five-position preload adjustment, allowing you to easily compensate for riding solo, with a passenger, or carrying gear.
Heavy-Duty Option: Available in a Heavy-Duty rate, making them a great choice for heavier riders or those who frequently ride loaded two-up, ensuring the low stance doesn’t compromise control.
Aesthetics: Offered in full black or chrome finishes with black springs, providing an aggressive look that perfectly complements the stripped-down style of the Iron and Forty-Eight.
If you are looking for the best blend of custom low aesthetics and improved handling without the high cost of fully adjustable race shocks, the Drag Specialties Premium Lowering Shocks are the ideal Sportster suspension upgrade.
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Drag Specialties Premium Lowering Shocks For Harley Sportster
Drag Specialties had a vision; an affordable shock that could perform like the high dollar alternatives. They knew they needed the master shock builders’ hands in this process, so they enlisted Progressive Suspension to make the dream come true. Top quality components and build experience, all in a package that doesn’t break the bank.
Features:
Shock bodies are steel construction with multi-stage velocity-sensitive hydraulic dampers
Progressive rate springs that provide a softer initial response, but resist bottoming better than stock springs
Improved damping rates for a more comfortable and controlled ride
Adjustable spring pre-load
Manufactured to Drag Specialties specifications by Progressive Suspension
Sold in pairs
Notes:
Depending on model, your stock shock length is 12″ to 13.3″
Shock lengths are measured fully extended, eyelet to eyelet on centers
A change in height at one end of the bike may require a change at the other
Changing ride height can potentially change the trail and mechanical trail
Prior to purchasing shocks that are different than your OEM length, please verify that wheel and suspension travel can be altered without causing clearance issues to the swingarm, axle, frame, tire, fender, chain/belt and guard, and exhaust
| Product Style | AmericanV-twin Item # | Catalog Number | Store Sku | MFR. Product # | Availability |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black / 10 1/2″ Tall | 1165209 | RZ-1165209 | 13101189 | In Stock: Ships within 24 hours | |
| 10 1/2″ Tall / Chrome | 1165210 | RZ-1165210 | 1406816 | In Stock: Ships next business day |
This Product Fits
Harley Davidson
Sportster Custom XL1200C 2004-2019
Sportster Custom XL883C 2004-2009
Sportster Forty-Eight Special XL1200XS 2018, 2019
Sportster Forty-Eight XL1200X 2010-2022
Sportster Iron XL1200NS 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
Sportster Iron XL883N 2009-2022
Sportster Low/SuperLow XL883L 2005-2019
Sportster Low XL1200L 2006-2011
Sportster Nightster XL1200N 2007-2012
Sportster Roadster XL1200CX 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020
Sportster Roadster XL1200R 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008
Sportster Roadster XL883R 2004-2012
Sportster Seventy-Two XL1200V 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016
Sportster SuperLow XL1200T 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017
Sportster XL883 2004-2009
