2012–2025 Kawasaki Teryx T2 & T4 UTV Shocks – Bandit Black Label Base•1

Adds 25% More Wheel Travel & 2 Inches of Lift Over Factory Suspension

Smoother Ride. Better Control. Built the Bandit Way.

Upgrade your Kawasaki Teryx with Bandit Black Label Base•1 UTV Shocks, designed to deliver improved comfort, stability, and control while increasing wheel travel and ground clearance.

Designed by Bandit UTV Suspension in collaboration with the Elka Suspension family, every shock package is individually serialized, custom-sprung for your rider weight, and tuned using Bandit's proprietary Terrain Sensitive Valving (TSV) to provide exceptional comfort and confidence across changing terrain.

Unlike factory suspension, these longer-travel shocks increase suspension performance while maintaining a simple, dependable setup that's built specifically for the way you ride.

Increased Wheel Travel & Built-In Lift

• Factory wheel travel: 8" front / 8.3" rear

• Bandit Black Label Base•1 wheel travel: 10" front / 10.5" rear

• Approximately 25% more wheel travel than stock

• 1-inch longer eye-to-eye than factory Fox shocks

• Approximately 2 inches of lift built into the suspension

• Eliminates the need for bracket-style lift kits

What You'll Notice on Your First Ride

• A smoother ride over bumps, rocks, and trail chatter

• Increased suspension travel for improved comfort over larger obstacles

• Better traction across rough terrain

• Improved stability with reduced body roll

• Reduced rider fatigue on longer rides

Is Base•1 Right for You?

Base•1 is ideal for riders looking to improve ride quality while gaining additional suspension travel and ground clearance without the complexity of advanced adjustments.

Perfect for:

• Recreational trail riding

• Hunting and property use

• Riders wanting increased wheel travel and ride comfort

• Kawasaki Teryx owners looking to eliminate harsh factory suspension

Why Base•1 Performs Better

Every Black Label Base•1 shock is custom-built using Bandit's proprietary Terrain Sensitive Valving (TSV), engineered to absorb small trail chatter while maintaining the control needed for larger impacts and rough terrain.

Combined with an Internal Floating Piston (IFP) design, vehicle-specific valving, custom spring rates, and extended shock length, Base•1 delivers smoother ride quality, improved traction, increased suspension travel, and better overall control than factory suspension.

The threaded preload adjustment allows you to fine-tune ride height and spring preload to accommodate accessories, cargo, or rider preference.

Compare Black Label Suspension Stages

Base•1 – Simple preload-adjustable upgrade from factory suspension

Performance•2 – Adds rear rebound adjustment for additional control

Pro•3 – Adds low-speed compression adjustment for greater tuning capability

Elite•4 – Premium suspension with low-speed compression and rear rebound adjustment

Key Features

• Bandit's proprietary Terrain Sensitive Valving (TSV)

• Internal Floating Piston (IFP) design

• Extended shock length increases wheel travel and ground clearance

• Threaded spring preload adjustment

• Vehicle-specific valving optimized for your UTV

• Custom spring setup based on rider weight

• Individually serialized

• Fully rebuildable and serviceable

• Ready-to-install with springs pre-installed

Included With Your Purchase

• Four Black Label shocks with springs pre-installed

• Spanner tool for preload adjustments

• Bandit decals

• 2-Year Limited Structural Warranty

• Lifetime Coil Spring Warranty

Frequently Asked Questions

Are these shocks built specifically for my machine?

Yes. Every Black Label Base•1 shock package is custom-built for your Kawasaki Teryx using your rider weight, accessories, and riding style.

What is Terrain Sensitive Valving (TSV)?

Terrain Sensitive Valving is Bandit's proprietary valving technology designed to deliver a plush ride over small bumps while maintaining excellent control through larger impacts and rough terrain.

Will these increase wheel travel?

Yes. This package increases wheel travel by approximately 25% while also providing approximately 2 inches of built-in lift over factory suspension.

Are these shocks rebuildable?

Yes. Every Bandit Black Label shock is fully rebuildable and serviceable, making them a long-term investment in your UTV's performance.

Do I need to make adjustments after installation?

Base•1 shocks are designed to perform exceptionally well right out of the box. The threaded preload adjustment allows you to fine-tune ride height if desired.

Ready to Upgrade Your Ride?

Experience the smoother ride, increased wheel travel, and improved control that comes from suspension built specifically for your Kawasaki Teryx.

✔ Approximately 25% more wheel travel

✔ Approximately 2 inches of built-in lift

✔ Custom-built for your UTV

✔ Free shipping to the U.S. & Canada

✔ Lifetime Coil Spring Warranty