Softail M8 1.5'' rear lowering kit

• ⬇️ Height reduced by 1.5'' 

• 🧭 Low-speed confidence 

• 🎯 Lower, more aggressive look 

• 🛠 Simple installation with standard tools 

• 💎 Durable black finish 

Softail M8 1.5'' rear lowering kit

Lower the rear of your motorcycle for a lower look, controlled seating and more reassuring handling

Optimize the line and handling of your motorcycle with this rear shock lowering kit designed for platforms Softail M8 and a variation dedicated to Touring models 2009+. By lowering the rear 1.5 inches (≈ 38 mm) on Softail M8s — or 1 inch (≈ 25 mm) on Touring 2009+ — you gain in low speed stability, in confidence at the stop and you offer your machine a lower profile and muscular.

Made in a robust material and finished in black to integrate discreetly into the rear axle, this kit replaces the original shock absorber mounting lugs to modify the anchoring point and lower saddle height without changing the shock absorber. Ideal for pilots looking for greater ease of maneuvering, for preparations custom in style low, or to rest your feet on the ground more easily.

The assembly is designed to be simple, with suitable screws and clear compatibility depending on the variants. Once installed, you benefit from a lower stance, a lower center of gravity and a mudguard line at the perfectly taut curves on the rear tire.

Compatibility:

• Harley-Davidson Softail Low Rider S (M8)

• Harley-Davidson Softail Low Rider ST (M8)

• Harley-Davidson Standard Softail (M8)

• Harley-Davidson Street Bob (M8)

• Harley-Davidson Fat Boy (M8)

• Harley-Davidson Breakout (M8)

• Harley-Davidson Touring (2009+)

Technical specifications:

• 🛠 Type: rear shock absorber lowering kit (offset tabs)

• 📉 Lowering: 1.5 inch (≈ 38 mm) for Softail M8; 1 inch (≈ 25 mm) for Touring 2009+

• 💪 Material: reinforced steel, high resistance

• 🎨 Finish: black powder coating, anti-corrosion

• 🔧 Assembly: direct replacement of the mounting brackets; current tools

• 🧩 Compatibility: Dedicated Softail M8 variants (Low Rider S/ST, Standard, Street Bob, Fat Boy, Breakout) and Touring 2009+

• ⚙️ Recommendations: check the mudguard/tire clearance and the side stand after assembly

Advantages compared to the origin:

✔ Reduced saddle height to place your feet on the ground more easily
✔ Lowered center of gravity for more stability at low speeds
✔ Lower and tighter style without changing the original shock absorber
✔ Discreet black finish, careful aesthetic integration
✔ Simple and reversible installation depending on configuration

Why improve the original part?

The stock configuration offers generous ground clearance, but may appear high for certain pilots or for projects custom looking for a rear plus laid. In urban traffic, when stationary or maneuvering, a motorcycle that is too high can reduce confidence and make tight U-turns difficult.

• High saddle height making the support on the ground less clear
• Higher center of gravity, less reassuring at very low speed
• Aesthetics less “low” than desired on certain preparations
• Need to lower without replacing the complete shock absorber

This kit meets these limitations by neatly lowering the rear via sturdy mounting brackets. You gain stability and ergonomics without sacrificing reliability. The black finish ensures discreet integration, while the variants cover Softail M8 and Touring 2009+.

Ideal use:

• Pilots looking for greater ease in placing their feet on the ground
• Aesthetic preparations in low, club or bobber style
• Urban use with frequent maneuvers and reduced speeds
• Loaded configurations (luggage, duo) requiring a more composed rear
• Simple customization without replacing the original shock absorber