Bilstein AK Series Shock Absorber

 

Bilstein AK Series Shock Absorber is built for racers who need a monotube damper that works with stock-style mounting requirements. It gives competition vehicles a focused shock option for managing weight transfer, grip, and track feel while staying within common mounting rules. Customers get a focused part that supports stock-mount motorsports damping while staying grounded in proven Bilstein damper design.

The yellow finish gives the shock a classic Bilstein motorsports appearance and makes the component easy to identify during setup changes or service. Its stock-mount smooth-body layout keeps the package familiar for race cars that must retain original-style mounting points. For customers comparing suspension upgrades, this product is best understood as a way to make the vehicle feel more settled and predictable, not as a decorative add-on.

AK Series shocks use monotube design and steel spring valve discs to support consistent, fade-resistant damping. They are intended for racers who need reliable performance and a damper format that works within sanctioning body requirements. That practical balance matters for customers who want an upgrade they can feel during normal driving, loaded use, rough-road travel, or track-focused setup work.

The line includes 36mm and 46mm piston diameter versions, multiple stroke lengths, and several mount layouts. Compression and rebound values vary by selected version so racers can choose a shock that supports track condition, tire package, and chassis balance. These details help the product work as part of the complete suspension or steering system instead of acting like a generic replacement part.

This product family spans compact front-style and longer rear-style shock formats for stock-mount racing layouts. Customers should match stroke, mount type, valving, and position to the chassis setup before ordering or installing. The best result comes from matching the damper to the vehicle, position, and use case so the finished installation supports the way customers actually drive.

Whether customers are upgrading for circle track setup, weight transfer tuning, or stock-mount race suspension service, the Bilstein AK Series Shock Absorber delivers reliable monotube damping for competition vehicles. Now Available at LEER!

 

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Features & Specifications

Product Type: Suspension shock absorber

Brand: Bilstein

Series: AK Series

Vehicle Fitment: Selected race applications using OE-style mounting components; some versions fit classic domestic platforms

Finish: Yellow paint

Construction: 36mm and 46mm monotube shock absorber versions

Internal Design: Monotube

Piston Diameter: 46mm, 36mm

Body Design: Stock Mount Smooth Body

Travel Length: 7.17, 7.67, 4.73 in.

Upper Mount Type: Bar Pin, Stem, Eye 11.2mm

Lower Mount Type: Cantilever, Stem, Bar Pin, Eye 15.9mm

Adjustable Damping: Non-Adjustable

Functionality:

• Supports race applications that require stock-style mounting components
• Monotube design helps provide consistent damping lap after lap
• Steel spring valve discs support durability and repeatable response
• Available 36mm and 46mm piston versions help match chassis needs
• Multiple stroke lengths help racers fit front and rear positions
• Yellow finish makes the damper easy to identify during service

 

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Available Options

The Bilstein AK Series Shock Absorber is available in multiple versions:

• 36mm piston versions - Compact stock-mount shocks for applications needing smaller body packaging
• 46mm piston versions - Larger-body versions for racers seeking additional damping capacity
• Multiple stroke and mount versions - Stem, bar pin, eye, and cantilever layouts help match different stock-mount race chassis needs

Choose the version that matches the vehicle position, suspension travel, and use case so the Bilstein AK Series Shock Absorber works with the full build.

 

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Why Choose

This product is ideal for customers who want stock-mount motorsports damping.

• Ideal for customers balancing performance with stock-mount rules
• Offers dedicated motorsports damping rather than generic street replacement
• Multiple valving choices help tailor weight transfer and grip
• Smooth-body construction works with many OE-style mounting layouts
• A strong option for racers who need consistency under repeated heat cycles
• Recognizable Bilstein yellow finish fits classic race suspension builds

 

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What's Included

• One Bilstein AK Series shock absorber
• Application-specific mounting ends
• Product documentation and warranty information when supplied

Note: Confirm included components before installation.

 

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Installation Notes

• Confirm race rules, vehicle position, stroke, and mount type before installation
• Check suspension travel, bump stop clearance, and tire clearance before track use
• Track setup should be evaluated safely after installation and adjusted around chassis balance

Buyer is responsible for use in accordance with applicable vehicle, road, off-road, towing, racing, and local laws.

 

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Warranty Information

Bilstein motorsports warranty coverage follows the terms supplied with the selected product. Coverage typically depends on proper installation, intended racing use, service condition, and the absence of misuse, impact damage, tampering, or non-approved modification.

Proof of purchase may be required for warranty support, and wear from competition use may be handled differently than standard street replacement coverage.