Suspension Parts for BUELL S1 Lightning 1997 – Shocks, Forks & Upgrades

Discover suspension parts guaranteed to fit the 1997 BUELL S1 Lightning. Every product in this category has been validated against year-specific fork and shock specifications to ensure true compatibility.
You’ll find fork components, shock parts, shims, upgrade kits, complete suspension systems, chassis components, and the tools and fluids required for accurate servicing - all aligned with the suspension setup of the 1997 BUELL S1 Lightning.

Use this page as a reliable reference when maintaining, rebuilding, or upgrading your bike’s suspension.

Bike-Specific Suspension Specifications & Setup Information

CALCULATE SPRING RATES

Rider Weight

This is a recommendation only please consult your manual

Ideal Fork Rate:
kg/mm ( N/mm)
Ideal Shock Rate:
kg/mm ( N/mm)

BIKE DETAILS

Stock Fork Spring Rate

0.646

Stock Shock Spring Rate

9.8

Bike Type

SPORTS

Ideal Rider Weight

75 kg

Engine Specifications

4 Stroke Engine 1203 cc

FORKS INFO

Fork Manufacturer

WP USD 40 mm OD

Fork Dimensions

Compression Nut Torque
25 in-lb (0.29 kgf-m)
Fork Travel
120 mm
Front Sag
32 mm

Fork Features

Preload Adjuster
0 mm Range
Twin Chamber Fork
No

Fork Oil

Fork Oil Weight
SAE 5
Fork Oil Level
120 mm
Oil Quanity
2 Litres

Fork Spring Information

Standard Preload
25 mm

Fork Comments

Compression L leg rebound R leg

SHOCKS INFO

Shock Manufacturer

WP
46 mm ID

Shock Dimensions

Nitrogen Pressure
200 psi
Shock Shaft Outer Diameter
14 mm
Standard Sag
32 mm
Shaft Nut Torque
25 ft lbs (34 NM)
Shock Oil
5 Weight
Standard Preload
12

Shock Comments

Pull shock

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HiCalibre

HiCalibre Fork Springs 34.7 x 340 Street Bikes

Proudly made in the USA
(SKU: 19-077)
$295.00
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SPECIAL ORDER Item from USA. 4-6 weeks delivery
$295.00
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SPECIAL ORDER Item from USA. 4-6 weeks delivery
SPECIAL ORDER Item from USA. 4-6 weeks delivery
$295.00
Special Order
SPECIAL ORDER Item from USA. 4-6 weeks delivery
SPECIAL ORDER Item from USA. 4-6 weeks delivery