UTV Shock Rebuild Seal Kits — Everything You Need to Know

Your UTV shocks are the heart of your suspension system. When the seals inside those shocks wear out — and they always do eventually — your ride quality drops, your handling suffers, and your shocks can be permanently damaged if you let the problem go too long.

A UTV shock rebuild with a quality seal kit restores your shocks to like-new performance for a fraction of the cost of new shocks. This guide covers everything you need to know about shock rebuild seal kits — what they are, which one fits your shocks, what's included, and how to use them.

What Is a UTV Shock Rebuild Seal Kit?

A shock rebuild seal kit is a collection of all the seals, o-rings, and wear components inside your shock that degrade over time. Every shock has multiple seals that keep shock oil inside the shock body and dirt and contaminants out. When these seals fail, oil leaks out, nitrogen pressure drops, and damping performance deteriorates rapidly.

A complete shock rebuild seal kit typically includes:

• Main shaft seal and wiper
• Seal head o-rings
• Piston o-rings
• Reservoir end cap seals
• Bladder (on reservoir shocks)
• All additional o-rings and seals specific to your shock model

At Schmidty Racing Suspensions, we carry OEM-spec and performance shock rebuild seal kits for all major UTV platforms — organized by vehicle make and model so you get exactly the right kit for your specific shocks.

Signs Your UTV Shocks Need New Seals

How do you know when it's time for a shock rebuild seal kit? Watch for these signs:

• Visible oil leaking down the shock body or reservoir hose — the clearest sign of seal failure
• Soft, bouncy ride that wasn't there before — indicates low oil or nitrogen from seal leak
• Harsh choppy feel over small bumps — degraded shock oil loses viscosity and damping becomes inconsistent
• Uneven ride height side to side — one shock leaking more than the other
• 40-50 hours of hard riding — even without visible symptoms, proactive rebuilds prevent more expensive damage

UTV Shock Rebuild Seal Kits by Vehicle

Seal kits are specific to your vehicle make, model, year, and shock type. Using the wrong seal kit will result in leaks and premature failure. Here's what we carry at Schmidty Racing:

Can-Am Shock Rebuild Seal Kits

We carry seal kits for all Can-Am Maverick models including the Maverick R (Fox IBP), Maverick X3 72" and 64" (Fox IBP, QS3, and Non-IBP configurations). Browse our complete Can-Am shock rebuild seal kit selection.

Polaris Shock Rebuild Seal Kits

We stock seal kits for Polaris Pro R (Fox Dynamix and QS3), Turbo R, RZR XP1000, XP Turbo, and more. Both Fox and Walker Evans shock configurations are covered. Browse our Polaris shock rebuild seal kits.

Honda Talon Shock Rebuild Seal Kits

Seal kits for Honda Talon R and Talon X shock configurations. Browse Honda Talon shock rebuild seal kits.

Kawasaki KRX Shock Rebuild Seal Kits

Fox shock seal kits for the Kawasaki KRX 1000. Browse Kawasaki KRX shock rebuild seal kits.

Yamaha UTV Shock Rebuild Seal Kits

Seal kits for Yamaha YXZ 1000R and RMAX platforms. Browse Yamaha shock rebuild seal kits.

ATV and ATC Shock Rebuild Seal Kits

We carry Works Performance, Fox, and OEM seal kits for a wide range of ATVs and ATCs. Browse our complete ATV shock rebuild seal kit selection.

What Else Do You Need for a UTV Shock Rebuild?

A seal kit is just one part of a complete shock rebuild. For a full rebuild you'll also need:

• Lucas synthetic shock oil — the correct viscosity for your specific shocks. We carry premium shock oil for all applications
• Nitrogen regulator kit — for recharging your shocks after rebuild. We carry the Uniweld 400 PSI nitrogen regulator kit with gauge, bleed-off, and whip
• Shock tools — spanner wrench, seal driver, and fill tools. Browse our complete shock rebuild tool selection

Or save time and money with one of our UTV shock rebuild bundles — everything you need for a complete rebuild in one kit.

How to Find the Right Seal Kit for Your Shocks

The easiest way to find the right seal kit is to browse by vehicle on our website. Our collections are organized by make and model so you can quickly find kits that fit your specific machine.

If you're not sure which kit fits your exact shock model, have this information ready when you contact us:

• Vehicle make, model, and year
• Shock brand (Fox, Walker Evans, Bilstein, OEM)
• Shock body diameter (2.0", 2.5", 3.0")
• Shock model number if visible on the shock body

Contact us at (602) 920-1337 or Sales@schmidtyracing.com and we'll confirm the right kit before you order.

Don't Want to Rebuild Yourself? Send Them In.

If you'd rather have your shocks professionally rebuilt, Schmidty Racing offers complete UTV shock rebuild services at our Mesa, AZ shop. Send your shocks in from anywhere in the country and we'll rebuild, revalve, and return them ready to ride.

Shop all UTV shock rebuild seal kits at schmidtyracing.com or call us at (602) 920-1337. Based in Mesa, AZ — shipping nationwide.