Who makes the best shocks for Harley Sportsters? (ANSWERED)

January 6, 2023

The best shocks for Harley Sportsters will provide a firm, but plush, ride. These shock absorbers will keep road vibration to a minimum and will offer adjustments on rebound and dampening.

Different spring heights may change your motorcycle’s look, as well. Some motorbikers like the slammed look of Burly’s shocks. Other bikers like a taller shock absorber, such as a 13″ Sportster shock.

Great 883 Sportster shock options include Legends, Ohlins, Progressive, Burly.

Best Sportster 1200 shocks on Amazon

SaleBestseller No. 1

13" Rear Shocks for 1988-2020 Harley Sportster 1200 XL1200C, XL1200T, XLH1200

13" Rear Shocks
For 1988-2020 Harley Sportster 1200 XL1200C, XL1200T, XLH1200
Eye to eye length: 13 inch (330.2mm)
Spring Width: 2.45 inch (62mm), Spring Thickness: 0.28 inch (7.5mm)
Finish: Powder Coated Black

SaleBestseller No. 2

Progressive Suspension 413-4039B Black 15" Low Buck Standard Rear Suspension Shock

Freedom cell for fade-free damping
Double walled construction for extra durability
Heat-treated hard-chrome rods, long life seals and fade resistant oil
5 Position adjustable pre-load
High-performance Freon-charged gas cells

Bestseller No. 3

Progressive Suspension 412-4068B Black Anodized Finish 12" Standard Low Buck Factory Replacement Rear Suspension Shock

Durable design means they will be an improvement to your motorcycle's suspension performance
All steel double wall damper with multistage velocity sensitive damping
5 Position cam style preload adjuster
High pressure gas charged for consistent damping performance
Standard progressive rate spring

Bestseller No. 4

Mofun 11.75" Sportster Rear Shocks Lowering Kit Preload Adjustable Compatible with 1988-2023 Harley Sportster 883 1200

【Fitment】: Fits for 1988-2023 Harley Sportster 883 1200.
【Specifications】: Eye to eye Length: 11.75 inch (298mm). Finish: Black. Preload adjustable to tune to rider weight.
【High Performance】: Progressively wound springs for a smooth, comfortable ride. This shock offer a lower position than the stock on rear,that will make riding more comfortable. It can offer a better riding position and give your bike a new clear look with the rear lowering.
【Installation】: Easy bolt-on application.
【Package Including】: 1x Pair sportster rear shocks.

Bestseller No. 5

WeiSen Gloss Black Rear Shocks Lowering Kit 10.5 Inch Preload Adjustable Compatible with 1988-2003 & 2004-2023 Harley Sportster 883 1200

Fit Harley Sportster 883&1200 1988-2003 & 2004-2023
Finish: Powder coated Black. Eye to eye Length: 10.5 inch. Easy bolt-on application.
Preload adjustable to tune to rider weight. This shock offer a lower position than the stock on rear,that will make riding a little rougher.
It can offer a better riding position and give your bike a new clear look with the rear lowering.
Package include: 1x Pair rear shock.

Bestseller No. 6

Progressive Suspension 412-4003B Black 13.5" Heavy Duty Replacement Rear Suspension Shock

Steel double wall damper with multistage velocity sensitive damping
5 Position cam style preload adjuster
High pressure gas charged for consistent damping performance
Heavy duty progressive rate spring in black finish
The 412 Series proven, durable design means they will be an improvement to your motorcycle's suspension performance

Bestseller No. 7

SLMOTO 10.5'' Pair Black Rear Shocks Fit for Harley Sportster XL883 Iron XL1200 Custom Harley Sportster 1200 883 04-12

Condition: Aftermarket 100% Brand New
Compatible with: Fit for 2004 - 2008 Sportster 883 (XL883); 2004 - 2009 Sportster 883 Custom (XL883C); 2009 - 2012 Sportster 883 Iron (XL883N); 2005 - 2010 Sportster 883 Low(XL883L); 2011 - 2012 Sportster 883 Superlow(XL883L); 2005 - 2007 Sportster 883R (XL883R);
Compatible with: 2004 - 2012 Sportster 1200 Custom (XL1200C); 2004 - 2008 Sportster 1200 Roadster (XL1200R); 2006 - 2011 Sportster 1200 Low (XL1200L); 2007 - 2012 Sportster 1200 Nightster (XL1200N); 2010 - 2012 Sportster 1200 Forty-Eight (XL1200X); 2007 Sportster 50 Anniversary (XL50)
Length of Eye to Eye Core: 10.5''（267mm） Surface Finished: Black Please measure your stock shocks to verify the length.
Package Contents: 2 X Shocks 1 X Spanner Wrench

Bestseller No. 8

WSays Rear Shocks Lowering Kit 10.5 Inch Preload Adjustable Compatible with Harley Sportster 883&1200 1988-2003 & 2004-2023 Gloss Black

【Fitment】Fit Harley Sportster 883 XL &1200 1988-2003 & 2004-2023.
【Specifications】Finish:Powder coated Black, Eye to eye Length:10.5 inch. Preload adjustable to tune to rider weight.
【High Performance】This shock offer a lower position than the stock on rear,that will make riding more comfortable. It can offer a better riding position and give your bike a new clear look with the rear lowering. It can offer a better riding position and give your bike a new clear look with the rear lowering.
【Installation】Easy bolt-on application.
【Package Including】1x Pair rear shock.

Bestseller No. 9

NEWZQ 2pcs 11.75" Adjustable Shocks Rear side Replacement for Harley Davidson 82-94 FXR 79-12 XL Sportster OP117502B

This product is replacement for 1982 - 1994 Harley-Davidson FXR, 1979 - 2012 Harley-Davidson XL Sportster. Please check the specification of this item and notes at the end of the Description.
Specification: Material: Steel; Color: Black; Installation Type: Eye to Eye; Installation Position: Rear Left; Right
When installing replacement shocks on 1979 - 2012 XL models, it may be necessary to modify or space the chain/belt guard to allow proper shock clearance.
Please measure your stock shocks to verify the length. These will only lower the bike if they are shorter than stock. These shocks will lower your cycle about 1.5" on most XL and FXR models.
Please check the relevant information of this item.

Bestseller No. 10

Mofun 11.75" Sportster Rear Shocks Lowering Kit Preload Adjustable Chrome Compatible with 1988-2023 Harley Sportster 883 1200

【Fitment】: Fit for 1988-2023 Harley Sportster 883 1200.
【Specifications】: Eye to eye Length:11.75 inch.Preload adjustable to tune to rider weight.Progressively wound springs for a smooth, comfortable ride.
【High Performance】: Finish:Chrome Plating.This shock offer a lower position than the stock on rear,that will make riding a little rougher.It can offer a better riding position and give your bike a new clear look with the rear lowering.
【Installation】: Easy bolt-on application.
【Package Including】: 1x Pair sportster rear shocks.

Bestseller No. 11

HTTMT LS003- Compatible with Black 10.5 Inches Slammer Lowering Shocks Pair 1984-2013 Harley Sportster 883 1200

1984-2013 Harley Davidson Touring FLT/FLHT/FLTR (Excluding Trike and Models with Fork Cartridge)

Bestseller No. 12

The ROP Shop | (2) Black 13" Rear Shocks for 2013 Harley-Davidson Sportster Nightster XL1200N

The ROP Shop replacement (2) Black 13" Rear Shocks for 2013 Harley-Davidson Sportster Nightster XL1200N
Specs - Refer to images 2 & 3 for more information
Includes - (2) 13" Rear Suspension Shocks ; comes as shown in the first image
Please be sure to check your part or model number to ensure this is correct for your unit.
Also, please note this may replace multiple parts numbers.

SaleBestseller No. 13

10.5" 267mm Pair Rear Adjustable Lowering Shock Absorbers Compatible with Harley Sportster 883 2004-2008 1200 Custom 2004-2012

Customers can verify the item by the OEM Number. Reference OEM Number: OP10502B.
[Compatibility] This product is compatible with Harley Sportster 883;1200 Custom, Iron, Low, Superlow, R; Sportster 50 Anniversary (XL50) 2007.
[Specification] Material: Steel, Aluminum / Color: Black, Installation / Type: Eye to Eye.
[Dimension] Length of Eye to Eye Core: 267mm/10.5"; Eye Diameter: 16mm; Eye Thickness: 20mm; Eye Maximum Tensile Strength: 2,000 Kgf; Spring Thickness: 7mm; Spring Width: 62mm; Working Stroke: 60mm; Spring Stiffness: 130kg; Max Load: 115kg.
[Feature] Progressively wound springs for a smooth, comfortable ride; Reduce bumps in the driving of motorcycles; Adjustable spring preload.

Bestseller No. 14

Mofun Preload Adjustable 10.5" Rear Shocks Lowering Kit Fits for Harley Sportster 883 1200 1988-2003 2004-2023 Chrome

【Fitments】: Fit 1988-2023 Harley Sportster 883 1200 .
【Specifications】: Eye to eye Length:10.5 inch.Preload adjustable to tune to rider weight.This shock offer a lower position than the stock on rear,that will make riding more comfortable.It can offer a better riding position and give your bike a new clear look with the rear lowering.
【High Quality】: Finish:Chrome Plating.
【Installation】:Easy bolt-on application.
【Package Including】: 1x Pair rear shock.

Bestseller No. 15

Customoto 10.5" Rear Lowering Shock Absorbers Suspension Kit for Harley 1983-up Sportster XL 883 1200 Touring Street Glide Electra Glide Road King Road Glide 91-17 Dyna Low Rider Street Bob Black

FITMENT: This rear shock kit fits most vehicles with shocks of 267mm eye to eye distance. Perfect for Harley 1980-up Touring Street Glide Electra Glide Road King Road Glide and 1983-up Sportster XL 883 1200，1991-2017 Dyna Street Bob Fat Bob Super Glide Wide Glide Low Rider
RELIABLE & DURABLE: Made of steel with strong construction for long-term use. The gloss black powder coated finish gives the shock absorber an attractive appearance and resists rust and scratches
REDUCE ROAD BUMPS: This motorcycle rear shock absorber helps reduce road bumps and can reduce riding noise, so you can always keep a good mood on the road and have a pleasant journey
ADJUSTABLE SPRING PRELOAD: Our shock adopts progressive winding springs that allow you to adjust the length and pressure to a comfortable position for the rider
EASY INSTALLATION: Simple bolt-on application. Comes with a matching wrench and spare tube for quick installation and removal

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