Progressive 494 Sport Series Shocks - Harley Sportster
About Progressive
Progressive Suspension has focused exclusively on American V-twin suspension since 1982, and its Monotube fork cartridges and 400/970/970G shock series are among the most common upgrades on baggers and Softails. For most riders the stock rear shock is the single worst part on the bike — this is the fix.
The Progressive 494 Sport Series shocks are engineered for Harley-Davidson Sportster models, featuring a high-pressure monotube and deflective disc damping for consistent handling. These shocks provide superior control across varied riding conditions, enhancing both comfort and performance.
Why riders pick this
- High-pressure gas monotube construction for consistent performance
- Deflective disc damping technology provides superior control
- Adjustable hand-threaded preload for quick tuning
- Adjustable rebound damping to customize your ride
- Progressive-rate coil spring with jounce bumper prevents bottoming
- Lightweight aluminum body reduces unsprung mass
Elevate your Sportster's ride with Progressive 494 Sport Series shocks, designed to deliver a significant upgrade in both performance and comfort. Their high-pressure gas monotube construction and deflective disc damping technology ensure consistent and predictable handling, while the progressive-rate spring and engineered jounce bumper work together to prevent harsh bottoming. Hand-threaded preload and rebound adjustment allow you to fine-tune your ride to match your weight and riding style.
Precision Engineering for Sportster
- High-pressure gas monotube construction for consistent damping
- Deflective disc damping technology provides superior control
- Adjustable hand-threaded preload for quick, tool-free tuning
- Adjustable rebound damping to customize ride feel
- Progressive-rate coil spring prevents harsh bottoming
- Lightweight aluminum body reduces unsprung weight
Dial in Your Ride
The 494 Sport Series shocks are a direct bolt-on upgrade for Harley Sportster models, offering immediate improvements in ride quality and handling. The inclusion of standard and bearing bushings simplifies installation, ensuring you can get back on the road and experience the difference right away. Combine these with a fork upgrade for a complete, performance-oriented suspension system.
Specifications
- Brand: Progressive
- Manufacturer Part #: 494-1004
- Weight: 7.7 lb per shock
- Category: Suspension / Shocks and Struts
- Warranty: Lifetime Limited
Common questions
Can I adjust these shocks to my weight and riding style?
Yes, the Progressive 494 Sport Series shocks feature both hand-threaded preload and adjustable rebound damping, allowing you to easily dial in the ride for your preference and load without special tools.
Will these fit my Sportster model?
These shocks are designed to fit Harley-Davidson Sportster models. Please confirm fitment for your specific year and model using our Shop by Bike tool to ensure compatibility before ordering.
What is the benefit of a progressive-rate spring?
A progressive-rate spring offers softer initial travel for comfort over small bumps, then stiffens up as it compresses to provide more support and prevent bottoming out during larger impacts or aggressive riding.
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 | Progressive |
| TYPE | Shocks and Struts |
| SKU | T14-790058 |
| WEIGHT | 7.7 lb |
