FOX RC-1 Piggyback Shocks for Harley Sportster 1988-2022 media thumbnails
Pair of FOX RC-1 Piggyback rear shocks for Harley Sportster
FOX RC-1 Piggyback Shocks for Harley Sportster — black adjustable rear coil shock
FOX RC-1 Piggyback shock for Harley Sportster, black rear reservoir
FOX RC-1 Piggyback shock reservoir and compression knob for Harley Sportster
FOX RC-1 Piggyback shocks for Harley Sportster, pair with mounting hardware and spanner wrench

FOX RC-1 Piggyback Shocks for Harley Sportster 1988-2022

FOX SKU: 897-27-017

$1,399.99

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FOX RC-1 Piggyback Shocks for Harley Sportster deliver precision rear damping and all-day comfort for Sportster V-Twin riders. The RC-1 uses an internal floating piston (IFP) in an aluminum piggyback reservoir to improve damping control and maintain consistent performance under load. With 24-position compression adjustment and 12-position (12-click) rebound control, you can fine-tune handling and comfort for street riding.

Designed for Sportster models, the RC-1 Street Performance series features a model-specific optimized ride tune and linear spring rates for predictable feel and improved control. Standard spring valving is set for rider weight up to 240lb.

  • What’s included: 2 shocks; spring preload spanner wrench; alignment kit; instructions and user manual
  • 24-position adjustable compression
  • 12-position (12-click) adjustable rebound
  • Spring preload setting guide marks
  • Aluminum piggyback reservoir with internal floating piston (IFP)
  • Gas-charged mono-tube design
  • 1.5-inch 6061-T6 aluminum Type III hard anodized body
  • Fully rebuildable and revalvable
  • Advanced high-flow, deflective disc velocity-sensitive damping
  • 5/8-inch low-friction, super-finished hard chrome shaft
  • Matte black spring and black anodized preload ring
  • Street Performance series with model-specific optimized ride tune

Benefits: precise compression and rebound control for improved cornering and stability, consistent damping under prolonged use, and the ability to tailor the ride to rider weight and preference. Ride confidently all day — shop FOX for performance.

  • 1995-2020 Harley-Davidson XL1200C Sportster 1200 Custom
  • 2016-2020 Harley-Davidson XL1200CX Roadster
  • 2006-2011 Harley-Davidson XL1200L Sportster 1200 Low
  • 2018-2021 Harley-Davidson XL1200NS Iron 1200
  • 2007-2012 Harley-Davidson XL1200N Sportster 1200 Nightster
  • 2004-2009 Harley-Davidson XL1200R Sportster 1200 Roadster
  • 1995-2003 Harley-Davidson XL1200S Sportster 1200 Sport
  • 2014-2019 Harley-Davidson XL1200T SuperLow 1200T
  • 2012-2017 Harley-Davidson XL1200V Seventy-Two
  • 2010-2022 Harley-Davidson XL1200X Forty-Eight
  • 2018-2020 Harley-Davidson XL1200XS Forty-Eight Special
  • 2007 Harley-Davidson XL50 50th Anniversary Sportster
  • 1999-2010 Harley-Davidson XL883C Sportster 883 Custom
  • 2005-2010 Harley-Davidson XL883L Sportster 883 Low
  • 2011-2020 Harley-Davidson XL883L SuperLow
  • 2009-2022 Harley-Davidson XL883N Iron 883
  • 2002-2017 Harley-Davidson XL883R Sportster 883 Roadster
  • 2004-2008 Harley-Davidson XL883 Sportster
  • 1988-2003 Harley-Davidson XLH1200
  • 1988-2009 Harley-Davidson XLH883
  • 1988-1996 Harley-Davidson XLH883DLX Sportster 883 Deluxe
  • 1988-2003 Harley-Davidson XLH883HUG Sportster 883 Hugger
  • 2008-2010 Harley-Davidson XR1200
  • 2010-2012 Harley-Davidson XR1200X