{"product_id":"heavy-duty-honda-talon-upper-ball-joint","title":"Honda Talon Heavy Duty Upper Ball Joint - 4340 Chromoly + 300M Steel, Rebuildable (2019+)","description":"\u003c!-- CORE_FITMENT_TABS_START --\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\n#core-product-tabs-10502078005550 .core-tab-radio {\n  position: absolute;\n  opacity: 0;\n  pointer-events: none;\n}\n#core-product-tabs-10502078005550 .core-tab-labels {\n  display: flex;\n  gap: 0;\n  margin: 0 0 16px 0;\n  border-bottom: 1px solid #d8d8d8;\n}\n#core-product-tabs-10502078005550 .core-tab-labels label {\n  display: inline-block;\n  padding: 10px 16px;\n  margin: 0 4px -1px 0;\n  border: 1px solid #d8d8d8;\n  background: #f7f7f7;\n  color: #222;\n  font-weight: 600;\n  cursor: pointer;\n  border-radius: 4px 4px 0 0;\n}\n#core-product-tabs-10502078005550 .core-tab-panel {\n  display: none;\n}\n#core-tab-desc-10502078005550:checked ~ .core-tab-labels label[for=\"core-tab-desc-10502078005550\"],\n#core-tab-fitment-10502078005550:checked ~ .core-tab-labels label[for=\"core-tab-fitment-10502078005550\"] {\n  background: #fff;\n  border-bottom-color: #fff;\n}\n#core-tab-desc-10502078005550:checked ~ .core-tab-panels .core-description-panel {\n  display: block;\n}\n#core-tab-fitment-10502078005550:checked ~ .core-tab-panels .core-fitment-panel {\n  display: block;\n}\n#core-product-tabs-10502078005550 .core-fitment-panel {\n  line-height: 1.5;\n}\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv id=\"core-product-tabs-10502078005550\"\u003e\n  \u003cinput class=\"core-tab-radio\" type=\"radio\" name=\"core-product-tabs-10502078005550\" id=\"core-tab-desc-10502078005550\" checked\u003e\n  \u003cinput class=\"core-tab-radio\" type=\"radio\" name=\"core-product-tabs-10502078005550\" id=\"core-tab-fitment-10502078005550\"\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"core-tab-labels\"\u003e\n    \u003clabel for=\"core-tab-desc-10502078005550\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/label\u003e\n    \u003clabel for=\"core-tab-fitment-10502078005550\"\u003eVehicle Fitment\u003c\/label\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"core-tab-panels\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"core-tab-panel core-description-panel\"\u003e\n\u003c!-- CORE_DESCRIPTION_START --\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:22px;line-height:1.3;\"\u003eUpgrade Your Honda Talon's Suspension With Unmatched Strength and Durability\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color:#333;\"\u003eStop replacing weak OEM Honda Talon ball joints that fail under hard use. The Black Ops Machine Heavy Duty Honda Talon Upper Ball Joint uses superior materials and a fully rebuildable design to outlast and outperform stock components, ensuring your Talon stays on the trail, not in the shop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:12px;margin:24px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background:#f9f9f9;border-top:3px solid #cc0000;padding:14px;text-align:center;border-radius:6px;flex:1 1 120px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:22px;font-weight:bold;color:#111;\"\u003e4340 Chromoly Housing\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:12px;color:#555;\"\u003eSuperior Strength\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background:#f9f9f9;border-top:3px solid #cc0000;padding:14px;text-align:center;border-radius:6px;flex:1 1 120px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:22px;font-weight:bold;color:#111;\"\u003e300M Steel Stud\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:12px;color:#555;\"\u003eAerospace-Grade Durability\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background:#f9f9f9;border-top:3px solid #cc0000;padding:14px;text-align:center;border-radius:6px;flex:1 1 120px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:22px;font-weight:bold;color:#111;\"\u003eFully Rebuildable\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:12px;color:#555;\"\u003eExtended Service Life\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background:#f9f9f9;border-top:3px solid #cc0000;padding:14px;text-align:center;border-radius:6px;flex:1 1 120px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:22px;font-weight:bold;color:#111;\"\u003eOEM Fitment\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:12px;color:#555;\"\u003eDirect Bolt-On Replacement\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr style=\"border:none;border-top:1px solid #eee;margin:24px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat’s in the Box\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:12px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background:#f9f9f9;padding:14px;border-radius:6px;flex:1 1 200px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color:#cc0000;font-weight:bold;\"\u003e✓\u003c\/span\u003e HD Upper Ball Joint\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background:#f9f9f9;padding:14px;border-radius:6px;flex:1 1 200px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color:#cc0000;font-weight:bold;\"\u003e✓\u003c\/span\u003e CR\/Neoprene Dust Boots\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background:#f9f9f9;padding:14px;border-radius:6px;flex:1 1 200px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color:#cc0000;font-weight:bold;\"\u003e✓\u003c\/span\u003e 6061 Aluminum Adjustment Cap\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background:#f9f9f9;padding:14px;border-radius:6px;flex:1 1 200px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color:#cc0000;font-weight:bold;\"\u003e✓\u003c\/span\u003e All Required Hardware\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"r1-desc-media\" data-r1-media-index=\"1\" style=\"display:block;border-radius:8px;margin:24px 0;overflow:hidden;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr style=\"border:none;border-top:1px solid #eee;margin:24px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Riders Upgrade\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border:1px solid #eee;border-radius:8px;overflow:hidden;margin:16px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;align-items:flex-start;padding:14px;background:#fff;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-size:20px;margin-right:12px;flex-shrink:0;\"\u003e💪\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"color:#444;font-size:14px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUnmatched Strength\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eConstructed with 4340 chromoly steel housing and a 300M steel stud, significantly outperforming OEM materials for extreme off-road abuse.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;align-items:flex-start;padding:14px;background:#fafafa;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-size:20px;margin-right:12px;flex-shrink:0;\"\u003e🔄\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"color:#444;font-size:14px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFully Rebuildable Design\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEasily disassemble, clean, and re-grease your ball joints to extend their service life and maintain peak performance, reducing long-term costs.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;align-items:flex-start;padding:14px;background:#fff;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-size:20px;margin-right:12px;flex-shrink:0;\"\u003e🛡️\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"color:#444;font-size:14px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSuperior Dust Protection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFeatures CR\/Neoprene dust boots that are highly resistant to tearing, cracking, and contamination, keeping your ball joints protected in harsh conditions.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;align-items:flex-start;padding:14px;background:#fafafa;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-size:20px;margin-right:12px;flex-shrink:0;\"\u003e⚙️\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"color:#444;font-size:14px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDirect Fitment \u0026amp; Performance Tuning\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDesigned to meet OEM fitment standards for a direct bolt-on installation, while the adjustable design allows for precise suspension tuning.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"r1-desc-media\" data-r1-media-index=\"2\" style=\"display:block;border-radius:8px;margin:24px 0;overflow:hidden;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border:1.5px solid #e8e8e8;border-radius:12px;overflow:hidden;margin:24px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background:#111;padding:14px 18px;display:flex;align-items:center;gap:10px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"display:inline-block;width:10px;height:10px;background:#22c55e;border-radius:50%;flex-shrink:0;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:white;font-weight:bold;font-size:15px;\"\u003eIn Stock \u0026amp; Ready To Ship\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:18px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 10px 0;color:#444;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProcessing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Packed with care before shipment\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 10px 0;color:#444;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTracking:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sent when shipped\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0;color:#444;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConfirmation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sent after checkout\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:10px 18px;background:#f9f9f9;border-top:1px solid #eee;\"\u003e\u003cem style=\"color:#555;font-size:12px;\"\u003eAlthough rare, some delays may occur. We’ll keep you updated every step of the way.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr style=\"border:none;border-top:1px solid #eee;margin:24px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHonda Talon Ball Joints vs. Stock Options\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:16px;margin:16px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background:#111;padding:18px;border-radius:8px;flex:1 1 200px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"color:#aaa;font-size:12px;font-weight:bold;margin-bottom:10px;\"\u003eSTOCK HONDA TALON BALL JOINTS\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"color:#ccc;font-size:14px;line-height:1.8;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color:#888;\"\u003e✗\u003c\/span\u003e Prone to cracking under load\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"color:#888;\"\u003e✗ Sealed units – must be replaced entirely\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"color:#888;\"\u003e✗ OEM material not designed for extreme use\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"color:#888;\"\u003e✗ Rubber boots tear easily\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"color:#888;\"\u003e✗ Frequent replacements required\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background:#f9f9f9;padding:18px;border-radius:8px;flex:1 1 200px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"color:#cc0000;font-size:12px;font-weight:bold;margin-bottom:10px;\"\u003e⚡ BLACK OPS MACHINE HD BALL JOINT\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"color:#111;font-size:14px;line-height:1.8;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color:green;\"\u003e✓\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e4340 Chromoly housing built for abuse\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"color:green;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e✓\u003c\/strong\u003e 300M Steel stud – strongest available\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"color:green;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e✓\u003c\/strong\u003e Fully rebuildable for extended service life\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"color:green;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e✓\u003c\/strong\u003e CR\/Neoprene boots resist tearing\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"color:green;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e✓\u003c\/strong\u003e Direct fit, no modifications needed\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:12px;margin:24px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"r1-desc-media\" data-r1-media-index=\"3\" style=\"flex:1 1 200px;border-radius:8px;background:#f9f9f9;height:260px;overflow:hidden;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"r1-desc-media\" data-r1-media-index=\"4\" style=\"flex:1 1 200px;border-radius:8px;background:#f9f9f9;height:260px;overflow:hidden;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCommon Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy are Black Ops Machine ball joints better than OEM?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#444;\"\u003eThey use significantly stronger materials like 4340 chromoly and 300M steel, feature more durable dust boots, and are fully rebuildable, offering superior longevity and performance over sealed OEM units.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I install these myself?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#444;\"\u003eYes, these are designed as direct, bolt-on replacements for your OEM ball joints, requiring no modifications for installation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow often should I replace my ball joints?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#444;\"\u003eWith the Black Ops Machine HD ball joints, you can significantly extend service intervals. The rebuildable design allows you to maintain them, often eliminating the need for frequent replacements associated with OEM parts.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo I need to replace all ball joints at once?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#444;\"\u003eYes, it is strongly recommended to replace all ball joints on the same axle simultaneously to ensure even load distribution and prevent premature wear on both new and old components.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"r1-desc-media\" data-r1-media-index=\"5\" style=\"display:block;border-radius:8px;margin:24px 0;overflow:hidden;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background:#f9f9f9;padding:20px;border-radius:8px;margin:24px 0;\"\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:12px;text-align:center;justify-content:center;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex:1 1 80px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:22px;\"\u003e🔒\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-weight:bold;color:#111;font-size:13px;\"\u003eSecure Checkout\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex:1 1 80px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:22px;\"\u003e🚀\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-weight:bold;color:#111;font-size:13px;\"\u003eFast \u0026amp; Tracked\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex:1 1 80px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:22px;\"\u003e🏆\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-weight:bold;color:#111;font-size:13px;\"\u003eQuality Guaranteed\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex:1 1 80px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:22px;\"\u003e🛠️\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-weight:bold;color:#111;font-size:13px;\"\u003eExpert Support\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat Riders Are Saying\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cblockquote style=\"border-left:4px solid #cc0000;padding-left:15px;margin:20px 0;font-style:italic;color:#555;\"\u003e\"Replaced all four ball joints with Black Ops Machine HD units after cracking an OEM upper on a rock. Two seasons later and they're still tight with zero play. The rebuildable design is a game changer for long-term maintenance.\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"color:#111;\"\u003e— Rider, CA\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote style=\"border-left:4px solid #cc0000;padding-left:15px;margin:20px 0;font-style:italic;color:#555;\"\u003e\"The 300M stud and chromoly housing are immediately noticeable in quality compared to OEM. These are in a completely different league. Best suspension upgrade I've made on my Talon.\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"color:#111;\"\u003e— Enthusiast, TX\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background:#111;padding:25px;text-align:center;margin:30px 0;border-radius:10px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color:white;margin:0 0 8px 0;font-size:20px;\"\u003eStop Replacing Weak Ball Joints. Upgrade to Unrivaled Strength.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color:#bbb;margin:0;font-size:15px;\"\u003eInvest in the ultimate durability for your Honda Talon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color:#777;font-size:13px;margin:10px 0 0 0;\"\u003eBuilt for riders who demand the best.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- CORE_DESCRIPTION_END --\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"core-tab-panel core-fitment-panel\"\u003e\n      \u003ch3\u003eVehicle Fitment\u003c\/h3\u003e\nHonda Talon 1000R — 2019+\u003cbr\u003e\nHonda Talon 1000X — 2019+\u003cbr\u003e\nHonda Talon 1000X-4 — 2019+\u003cbr\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- CORE_FITMENT_TABS_END --\u003e","brand":"Black Ops Machine","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51975512162606,"sku":"07-70-00","price":89.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0265\/4076\/9342\/files\/honda-talon-upper-1-scaled_20319522-8e0c-4289-893e-aad05f9771ac.jpg?v=1776797971","url":"https:\/\/r1industriesoffroad.com\/products\/heavy-duty-honda-talon-upper-ball-joint","provider":"R1 Industries","version":"1.0","type":"link"}