Shock absorber — Harley-Davidson patent US1527133A (1925)
PatentUS1527133A
TypeUtility patent
Filed1920-12-04
Granted1925-02-17
InventorWilliam S Harley
SystemSuspension
“Feb. 17, 1925. W. S. HARLEY SHOCK ABSORBER Filed Dec. 4, 1920 2 Sheets-Sheet 1 Feb. l7, 1925. 1,527,133 w. s. HARLEY SHOCK ABSORBER Filed Dec. 4, 1920 2 Sheets-Sheet 2 Patented Feb. 17, 1925. UNITED STATES' 1,527,133 PATENT OFFICE, WILLIAM S. HARLEY, F MILWAUKEE, WISCONSIN, ASSIGNOR TO HARLEY-…”
Drawings (2 sheets)


Parts for this system
44-0627
OE Swingarm Pivot Washer Left Side
$6.4116-0954
Shock Stud Spacers Kit
$9.6254-0438
Swingarm Bolt Lock Washer
$10.0416-0917
Shock Tool
$10.64Check fitment first — add your bike and we flag what fits.
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Drawing from the US patent record (via Google Patents). A patent shows the invention as filed, not necessarily the production part on your motorcycle — confirm fitment for your model and year. Independent aftermarket retailer, not affiliated with Harley-Davidson, Inc.