Progressive 422 Shocks W/ RAP For Harley Softail 1989-1999
Easy Adjustment & Comfort: Progressive 422 Shocks W/ RAP for Harley Softail (1989-1999)
If you ride a classic Evolution (Evo) Softail from 1989 to 1999, you already know the challenges: the harsh ride from the factory suspension and the impossibility of easily adjusting the shock preload, which is buried under the transmission.
The Progressive Suspension 422 Series Shocks with RAP (Remote Adjustable Preload) is the perfect modern solution, delivering vastly improved comfort and effortless accessibility to your suspension tuning.
The RAP Advantage: Remote Adjustable Preload
The RAP system is the most crucial feature for this older Softail generation. Instead of the preload adjustment being directly on the shock body (requiring tools, mirrors, and frustration), a flexible cable connects the adjustment mechanism to a convenient remote knob.
Tool-Free Tuning: Simply reach down and twist the knob—typically mounted cleanly near the saddlebag or swingarm—to adjust your preload instantly.
Perfect for Two-Up: Effortlessly dial in the proper support when you have a passenger or luggage, and quickly soften it back up for solo cruising.
Adjustable Height & Superior Comfort
The 422 Series is not just about convenience; it’s a major performance upgrade over the stock setup:
Adjustable Ride Height: This mono-tube shock features adjustable length, allowing you to dial in your desired look. You can choose to maintain stock height or lower your Softail up to 2 inches for that desirable custom stance—all without permanently sacrificing travel.
Enhanced Damping: The Progressive damper design provides better hydraulic control, absorbing high-frequency road chatter and preventing the violent bottoming out that plagues older Softail models.
Upgrade your classic Heritage Softail or Fat Boy (1989-1999) with the Progressive 422 W/ RAP. It’s the essential Evo Softail suspension upgrade that makes the ride as comfortable as it is cool.
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Progressive 422 Shocks W/ RAP For Harley Softail
Progressive Suspension was the first to introduce aftermarket shocks for the most popular frame design ever produced and we continue to refine our work. Two inches of ride height adjustment as well as adjustable for spring preload to accommodate varying loads and rider weights, all wrapped in a chrome shroud. The RAP system (Remote Adjustable Preload) allows for easy tuning of the shocks to account for changing loads or the addition of a passenger.
Features:
Adjustable from stock to 2″ lower
Show Chrome Finish
Standard and Heavy Duty
Preload adjustable
High pressure gas charged monotube for consistent damping performance
1 Year Warranty
Made in the USA
| Product Style | AmericanV-twin Item # | Catalog Number | Store Sku | MFR. Product # | Availability |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Standard / Chrome | 1036549 | 162-245 | 422-4103C | In Stock: Ships within 24 hours | |
| Chrome / Heavy Duty | 899816 | 504-845 | 422-4101C | In Stock: Ships within 24 hours |
This Product Fits
Harley Davidson
Softail Bad Boy Springer FXSTSB 1995, 1996, 1997
Softail Custom FXSTC/I 1989-1999
Softail Deuce FXSTD/I 1999
Softail Fat Boy FLSTF/I 1990-1999
Softail Heritage Classic FLSTC/I 1989-1999
Softail Heritage FLST/I 1989, 1990
Softail Heritage Springer FLSTS/I 1997, 1998, 1999
Softail Night Train FXSTB/I 1999
Softail Nostalgia FLSTN/I 1993
Softail Special FLSTN/I 1994, 1995, 1996
Softail Springer FXSTS/I 1989-1999
Softail Standard FXST/I 1989, 1990, 1999
