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03-11 Honda Element [Flatout TR]

03-11 Honda Element [Flatout TR]

Flatout Suspension

$1,836.00 - $2,136.00
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Honda Element Offroad Lift Suspension

The NEW Trail Runner (TR) kits are an OEM style shock & spring combo much like the OEM suspension (not a height adjustable coilover) to give you a ride height 2" higher in the front, and roughly 2.5" in the rear over OEM height. To achieve the added height, we have added stroke to the shock, and assembly length so we gain in upward and downward travel.

Our assembly also looks completely OEM as it is all black. You can get additional height by adding spacers from anyone. As these are just like the OEM assemblies, they can be used with any spring on the market meant for OEM style shocks (Bilstein, KYB, etc.); lift springs, overload springs, etc. 

The Trail Runner (TR) was made with a strict requirement to feel like an OEM suspension, but with more travel, enhancing offroad capabilities. Performance-wise, these are a better option than OEM shocks or Bilstein shocks (which do not increase travel and are typically a more sport-tuned shock) paired with strut top spacers. Those options are strictly for adding ground clearance, nothing more.

These are designed to allow clearance for larger tires due to the raised perch height, a feature not found in other replacement shocks on the market.

Kit Includes:
2 front assemblies
2 rear assemblies
2 front outer tie rod ends

Optional Parts:
We recommend adding subframe spacers to your order

FRONT ASSEMBLY SPECS:

  Shock Stroke Assembly Length Shock Rod OD Shock Body OD
OEM 61/8" 25" 22mm 52mm
Trail Runner 7 1/8" 26" 22mm 54mm

 

REAR ASSEMBLY SPECS:

  Shock Stroke Assembly Length Shock Rod OD Shock Body OD
OEM 4 1/2" 19" 14mm 45mm
Trail Runner 5 1/2" 20 1/2" 22mm 45mm

 

DAMPER KNOB 1 5 10
  OFFROAD OEM-RIDE SPORT

 

Flatout Suspension warrants to the original purchaser that these parts manufactured and/or sold by Flatout Suspension (the product) is free from defects in material and workmanship under normal use. Flatout Suspension warrants that the product will perform substantially in accordance with the specifications set forth in the documentation provided with it. The above express warranties are made for a period of the lesser of 12,000 miles or 12 months from the date the product is installed in your vehicle.

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  • 5
    Better than expected

    Posted by Elm on Jun 20th 2025

    Waited at least 3 weeks to write this review, after install, so I could develop any thoughts after the initial "omg these feel amazing" first impression. Now that they have settled in and I dialed in the damping I prefer, they feel even better! During the first week, they felt a little stiff and although they felt 10x better than the previous coilover + spacer setup (not related to Flatout btw as this is my first shopping experience with Flatout products), there was something there that just felt a tiny bit off. Well I drove them around after an alignment, then after that first week on the road/forest service roads with adjusting the ride damping through easy to get to knobs, I hit that sweet spot and feel comfortable saying these are awesome. Unsure the max tire size allowed with these but the perch height is significantly higher than stock struts and I am running 225/75 R 16 tires with plenty of space (over 1 inch) from tire to perch so I'll feel comfortable using snow cables again. I do have 20mm hub spacers though so that might help. I have 0.5 subframe spacers at the moment due to my previous setup but will most likely go up to 0.75 or 1" subframe spacers to help the small front axle angle as there is a slight vibration in 2nd gear (5 spd MT AWD here) from 20-30 mph but that is a known fact if lifting over 1.5". Previous lift was 1.75" with lame (expensive) coilover and spacers, this Flatout TR Suspension setup gives around 2-2.125" lift over stock on my specific Element while feeling VERY similar to the stock suspension which is awesome. Only things I can say an improvement could be seen with is the shipping containment (mail service beat these up) by adding some extra foam/cushion. And also maybe some covers for the adjustment knobs down low, as they may get hit by debris off paved roads and am unsure if this has a severe impact on the life of them (I may 3D print some PETG-CF covers for them actually). I can finally drive comfortably at +70 mph while also being able to go through most bumpy forest service roads/campground roads while maintaining a good feeling suspension for the city work life, thanks to this new Flatout TR kit

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