Most stock motorcycle suspensions are made for the masses. They are made to accommodate the widest range of people possible for the largest type of riding styles. The XR1200 isn’t your average Sportster. It was built to rip on the street and the track. What better way to maximize the handling characteristics of this awesome machine than to install a custom suspension?

Basic rear shock replacement is easy, but front fork cartridges can get tricky and require special tools. For example, a lathe is needed to properly tap the spring-only leg to add a second cartridge. For that reason, you might want to enlist the help of a qualified shop. We went straight to the source to do the dirty work. You’d be hard-pressed to find a company with more experience or knowledge about suspension than Race Tech.