King Suspension Kit

King Suspension Kits: Race-Proven Off-Road Performance

When serious off-road enthusiasts and professional racers talk about suspension that can take punishment and keep on performing, King is one of the first names that comes up. Founded in the heart of Southern California's off-road racing culture, King Shocks has built its reputation on a single principle: build suspension components to the same standards used on Baja 1000 trophy trucks and Class 1 race vehicles, then make that technology available to everyday drivers. Their suspension kits are the embodiment of that philosophy — purpose-engineered systems that transform the handling, ride quality, and capability of trucks, SUVs, and off-road rigs.

What Sets King Suspension Kits Apart

King's suspension kits are not off-the-shelf assemblies. Each kit is built around their signature remote reservoir shock absorber design, which separates the oil and nitrogen gas chambers from the main shock body. This architecture dramatically increases fluid capacity, reduces heat buildup under hard use, and delivers a more consistent damping feel mile after mile — exactly what you need on a long desert run or a rocky trail section that never seems to end.

King offers suspension kits in several performance tiers, most notably their OEM Performance and Performance series. The OEM Performance line is engineered to deliver a meaningful step up in ride quality and capability over factory suspension without requiring extensive modifications — ideal for truck and SUV owners who want better performance on and off pavement. The Performance series steps things up further with larger-diameter shock bodies, increased oil volume, and tuning that suits more aggressive off-road use cases.

Key Technologies in King Suspension Kits

• Remote Reservoir Design: Increases oil volume and dissipates heat for consistent damping performance during extended off-road use.
• Piggyback and External Reservoir Options: Kits are available with piggyback reservoirs for a compact setup or external reservoirs with braided hose lines for maximum oil capacity and tuning flexibility.
• Anodized Aluminum Construction: King's shock bodies are precision-machined from high-strength aluminum and hard anodized for corrosion resistance and long service life.
• Bolt-On Fitment: King suspension kits are engineered to vehicle-specific dimensions, so installation is straightforward and requires no cutting or custom fabrication in most applications.
• Custom Valving: Many King kits can be ordered with custom valving tailored to the vehicle's weight, intended use, and the driver's preference — a level of personalization rarely found at this tier.

Who King Suspension Kits Are Built For

King suspension kits appeal to a wide range of drivers — from the overlander who needs reliability and comfort on multi-day backcountry trips, to the weekend desert racer who demands maximum damping performance at speed. Their fitment catalog covers popular platforms including full-size trucks, mid-size off-road pickups, and Jeep applications, making it easy to find a kit that slots directly into your build.

If you're evaluating options for your next suspension upgrade, exploring the full King brand lineup gives you a broader picture of their shock and suspension ecosystem, while browsing all available suspension kits lets you compare King's offerings against the wider market to find the right fit for your vehicle and your ambitions.