FOX Sportster Monotube Rear Shocks 12 Inch - Harley Sportster
About FOX
FOX has built performance suspension for off-road racing, mountain bikes and powersports since 1974. Its motorcycle shocks bring race-derived damping architecture and rebuild-ability to street and touring applications.
Experience a significant upgrade in ride quality with the FOX Sportster Monotube Rear Shock, specifically engineered for V-twin motorcycles. Its gas-charged design and internal floating piston provide consistent, velocity-sensitive damping for superior control.
Why riders pick this
- Gas-charged monotube with internal floating piston
- Hard-anodized 6061-T6 aluminum body
- Velocity-sensitive damping for superior control
- Fully serviceable and rebuildable
- Carbon Black spring with billet preload adjuster
- Model-specific optimized ride tune
These FOX Sportster Monotube shocks are built to elevate your riding experience, offering a more controlled and comfortable journey. The 6061-T6 aluminum body, with its Type III hard anodize, ensures robust durability and resistance to the elements. Each shock is fully serviceable and rebuildable, guaranteeing a long lifespan and consistent performance. Tuned for riders up to 240 lbs, these shocks provide a model-specific optimized ride that transforms your Sportster's handling.
Enhanced Control and Durability
- Gas-charged monotube with internal floating piston for consistent damping
- 1.5-inch 6061-T6 aluminum body with Type III hard anodize
- Advanced high-flow, deflective disk, velocity-sensitive damping
- Fully serviceable and rebuildable for extended product life
- Carbon Black spring with aluminum billet preload adjuster
- Model-specific optimized ride tune for superior performance
A Foundation for Better Handling
Installing the FOX Sportster Monotube shock is a straightforward way to improve your bike's stability and comfort. The optimized ride tune is designed to react precisely to road conditions, giving you more confidence through corners and over bumps. Consider pairing these rear shocks with a complementary front suspension upgrade to achieve a perfectly balanced and high-performing setup on your Harley Sportster.
Specifications
- Brand: FOX
- Manufacturer Part #: 897-27-022
- UPC: 788000423707
- Length: 25 in
- Width: 9 in
- Height: 4 in
- Weight: 8 lbs
Common questions
What is the recommended rider weight for these shocks?
These FOX Sportster Monotube shocks are recommended for riders with a total ride load (rider + passenger + gear) up to 240 lbs.
Can these shocks be rebuilt?
Yes, these FOX Sportster shocks are fully serviceable and rebuildable. We recommend having them serviced by a professional shock builder for optimal results.
Are these shocks a direct bolt-on replacement for my Sportster?
Yes, these are designed as a direct replacement for Sportster models. Always confirm fitment with your specific year and model using our Shop by Bike tool.
Ordering from Vtwinbikers
- Brand new, sourced through authorized US distribution — never used, never grey-market.
- Not sure it fits? Use Shop by Bike to filter by your year and model, or email us and we will confirm before you order.
- Harley-Davidson and Indian Motorcycle is all we do, so you are talking to people who ride what you ride.
| BRAND | FOX |
| TYPE | Suspension |
| SKU | 897-27022 |
| WEIGHT | 8.0 lb |
