The Penske Pro Air Drag Shock (Model 8987) is engineered for racers who demand precise chassis control at the launch while maintaining stability down track. Designed for drag racing, grudge racing, and high-performance street builds, this shock delivers exceptional traction, tunability, and consistency in a lightweight package. Traditional drag shocks force racers to choose between stiff suspension for traction or a plush feel for ride control. The Penske Pro Air eliminates that compromise with an advanced dual-chamber air spring system that separates ride comfort from launch control. One air chamber manages ride height and general suspension feel, while the second chamber controls launch stiffness and bottoming resistance. This allows the motorcycle to plant the tire aggressively at the hit while remaining stable during gear changes and over imperfect track surfaces. At its core, the Pro Air system combines Penske’s race-proven hydraulic piggyback shock technology with a tunable air spring. Instead of relying on fixed coil springs, the air spring allows riders to instantly adjust spring rate and ride height to match track conditions, wheelbase setup, and rider preference. Think of it as having an entire selection of suspension springs built into one shock—adjustable in minutes without removing the unit from the motorcycle. FITMENT BMW S1000RR Kawasaki ZX-14R (All Years) Kawasaki ZX-10R (All Years) Suzuki GSX-R1000 (2000–2008) Suzuki Hayabusa (All Years) Other makes and models available — call for availability and pricing. FEATURES Dual-Stage Air Spring Technology: Independently tune ride height and spring rate progression Double Adjustable Damping (Standard): 1 compression 1 rebound adjustment Optional Triple Adjustable Damping: High-speed compression, low-speed compression, and rebound control Lightweight Construction: Approximately 2.2–2.5 kg depending on model Auxiliary Air Chamber: Fine-tune launch stiffness and bottoming resistance Low-Friction Seals and Wipers: Reduced breakaway force for improved suspension response WC/C Coated Inner Tube: Increased durability and reduced friction Carbon Fiber Shock Guard: Added protection with minimal weight Large External Adjusters: Easy compression and rebound adjustments at the track PERFORMANCE ADVANTAGES Improved Tire Planting at Launch Independent Ride Height and Spring Rate Adjustment Smoother Suspension Feel Without Excessive Stiffness Progressive/Digressive Air Spring Characteristics Not Possible with Coil Springs Rapid Trackside Tuning for Different Track Conditions Reduced Suspension Weight for Improved Performance Why Racers Choose the Penske Pro Air Serious drag racers rely on the Penske Pro Air Drag Shock because it provides the flexibility to adapt instantly to changing track conditions. With infinite spring rate adjustment, independent ride height control, and Penske’s race-winning hydraulic damping, this shock gives riders the confidence to launch harder and maintain stability all the way through the pass.
