The FOX Factory Series Rear Track Shock Kit is designed for select Polaris Switchback 144-inch snowmobiles, including the 2017–2019 Polaris 600 Switchback SP, 600 Switchback Assault, 800 Switchback Assault, and 850 Switchback Assault models. Manufactured by FOX, this Factory Series kit carries vendor part number 853-04-005 and is identified by FOX part number 530-1254. It delivers refined suspension performance, improved ride comfort, and increased bottom-out resistance for demanding trail and track conditions.
FOX Rifle-Bore shock bodies use spiral grooves inside the shock to control oil flow around the main piston. This position-sensitive damping design reduces damping force through the ride zone for a smoother, more compliant feel, while the grooves taper off during the final portion of travel to direct oil through the piston and help cushion hard impacts. The QSE rear track shock also provides an electronic lockout mode activated by a handlebar-mounted switch, allowing convenient suspension adjustment while riding.
The redesigned Factory Series construction includes a lighter piston and shaft, weight-optimized body caps, aluminum and injection-molded polymer mounting hardware, an optimized reservoir, a double-digressive aluminum piston, a high-pitch spring design, and a high-volume bearing. The shock features a black Type III anodized body with orange reservoir caps and is fully rebuildable and revalveable for long-term serviceability. QS3 three-position compression adjustment provides additional tuning flexibility, while QSL lockout and QSE electronic controls vary by application. Confirm model-specific fitment before installation.
Features:
- Fitment: Designed for select 2017–2019 Polaris Switchback 144-inch snowmobiles, including 600 Switchback SP, 600 Switchback Assault, 800 Switchback Assault, and 850 Switchback Assault models
- Brand: FOX Factory Series
- Manufacturer: FOX
- Vendor Part Number: 853-04-005
- FOX Part Number: 530-1254
- Rifle-Bore Bodies: Position-sensitive damping provides a plush ride zone and increased bottom-out resistance
- QSE Electronic Lockout: Select models support rear track shock lockout through a handlebar-mounted switch
- QS3 Compression Adjustment: Three-position adjustment allows quick suspension tuning
- Lightweight Construction: Features a 60% lighter piston and 20% lighter shaft compared with the previous design
- Serviceable Design: Fully rebuildable and revalveable for continued performance and customization
- Shock Hardware: Includes aluminum and injection-molded polymer mounting hardware
- Finish: Black Type III anodized bodies with orange reservoir caps
Fitment:
2017 Polaris 600 Switchback Assault 144"
2017 Polaris 600 Switchback SP 144"
2017 Polaris 800 Switchback Assault 144"
2018 Polaris 600 Switchback Assault 144"
2018 Polaris 600 Switchback SP 144"
2018 Polaris 800 Switchback Assault 144"
2019 Polaris 600 Switchback Assault 144"
2019 Polaris 600 Switchback SP 144"
2019 Polaris 800 Switchback Assault 144"
2019 Polaris 850 Switchback Assault 144"
2021 Polaris 600 Switchback Assault 144"
2021 Polaris 650 Switchback Assault 146"
2021 Polaris 850 Switchback Assault 144"
2021 Polaris 850 Switchback Assault 146"
2022 Polaris 650 Switchback Assault 146"
2022 Polaris 650 Switchback XC 146"
2022 Polaris 850 Switchback Assault 146"
2022 Polaris 850 Switchback XC 146"
2023 Polaris 650 Switchback Assault 146"
2023 Polaris 650 Switchback XC 146"
2023 Polaris 850 Switchback Assault 146"
2023 Polaris 850 Switchback XC 146"
2023 Polaris Patriot Boost Switchback Assault 146"
2024 Polaris 650 Switchback Assault 146"
2024 Polaris 650 Switchback XC 146"
2024 Polaris 850 Switchback Assault 146"
2024 Polaris 850 Switchback XC 146"
2024 Polaris Patriot Boost Switchback Assault 146"
2025 Polaris 650 Switchback Assault 146"
2025 Polaris 650 Switchback XC 146"
2025 Polaris 850 Switchback Assault 146"
2025 Polaris Patriot 9R Switchback Assault 146"
2025 Polaris Patriot Boost Switchback Assault 146"
2026 Polaris 650 Switchback XC 146"
2026 Polaris 850 Switchback Assault 146" Escape IFS
2026 Polaris 850 Switchback Assault 146" Race IFS
2026 Polaris 850 Switchback XC 146"
2026 Polaris Patriot 9R Switchback Assault 146" Escape IFS
2026 Polaris Patriot 9R Switchback Assault 146" Race IFS
2026 Polaris Patriot Boost Switchback Assault 146 Escape IFS
2026 Polaris Patriot Boost Switchback Assault 146 Race IFS