Thunder Premium Skateboard Bushings 97A Hard Red
by
Thunder
SKU: TH415
Description
Thunder Premium Bushings 97A Hard tighten up your trucks for stability and control. These red bushings resist compression, cut down on wobble at speed, and keep your board steady on landings. If your trucks feel squirrelly or you keep cranking the kingpin nut to tighten up, 97A is the answer.
Thunder trucks turn quick, and plenty of street skaters pair them with a harder bushing to keep that responsiveness in check. At 97A, you still get a clean, precise turn with a firm, locked-in base under your feet.
Who 97A Hard Bushings Are For
- Heavier riders who compress softer bushings too easily
- Technical street skaters who want a stable base for ledges, rails, and flip tricks
- Fast bowl and hill riding where speed wobbles are a concern
- Anyone who likes a tight truck without overtightening the kingpin
Features
- High rebound urethane
- Top and bottom bushing set
- Color-coded by hardness
- Enough to outfit both trucks on one board
Benefits
- Tight, stable feel
- Reduced speed wobble
- Precise, controlled turning
- Tune your setup to your weight and riding style
Specs
| Brand | Thunder |
| Model | Premium Bushings |
| Hardness | 97A (Hard) |
| Color | Red |
| Includes | 2 top and 2 bottom bushings (enough for 2 trucks) |
| Fits | Thunder and most standard skateboard trucks, including Independent, Venture, and more |
Choosing the Right Thunder Bushing
| Hardness | Color | Feel | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| 90A Medium (Orange / White) | Orange or White | Looser, easy turning | Lighter riders, cruising, transition, loose-truck fans |
| 94A Medium Hard | Blue | Balanced turn and stability | Most riders, street, park, all-around |
| 97A Hard (this page) | Red | Tight and stable | Heavier riders, technical street, speed |
| 100A Extra Hard | Navy | Firmest, locked-in | Heaviest riders, maximum stability |
Need washers, pivot cups, and nuts too? Check out the Thunder Bushing Rebuild Kits.
FAQ
Are 97A bushings too stiff?
Not for the right rider. Heavier skaters and anyone who wants a locked-in feel will find them just right. For easier turning, try 94A Medium Hard.
Do hard bushings help with speed wobbles?
Yes. Firmer bushings resist the small side-to-side movements that turn into wobbles at speed, keeping your board steadier.
Will Thunder bushings fit my trucks?
Yes, if you ride standard skateboard trucks. They're a direct fit for Thunder and also fit Independent, Venture, and most other standard trucks, though feel can vary slightly with each truck's geometry. They are not sized for longboard or reverse-kingpin trucks.
Description
Thunder Premium Bushings 97A Hard tighten up your trucks for stability and control. These red bushings resist compression, cut down on wobble at speed, and keep your board steady on landings. If your trucks feel squirrelly or you keep cranking the kingpin nut to tighten up, 97A is the answer.
Thunder trucks turn quick, and plenty of street skaters pair them with a harder bushing to keep that responsiveness in check. At 97A, you still get a clean, precise turn with a firm, locked-in base under your feet.
Who 97A Hard Bushings Are For
- Heavier riders who compress softer bushings too easily
- Technical street skaters who want a stable base for ledges, rails, and flip tricks
- Fast bowl and hill riding where speed wobbles are a concern
- Anyone who likes a tight truck without overtightening the kingpin
Features
- High rebound urethane
- Top and bottom bushing set
- Color-coded by hardness
- Enough to outfit both trucks on one board
Benefits
- Tight, stable feel
- Reduced speed wobble
- Precise, controlled turning
- Tune your setup to your weight and riding style
Specs
| Brand | Thunder |
| Model | Premium Bushings |
| Hardness | 97A (Hard) |
| Color | Red |
| Includes | 2 top and 2 bottom bushings (enough for 2 trucks) |
| Fits | Thunder and most standard skateboard trucks, including Independent, Venture, and more |
Choosing the Right Thunder Bushing
| Hardness | Color | Feel | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| 90A Medium (Orange / White) | Orange or White | Looser, easy turning | Lighter riders, cruising, transition, loose-truck fans |
| 94A Medium Hard | Blue | Balanced turn and stability | Most riders, street, park, all-around |
| 97A Hard (this page) | Red | Tight and stable | Heavier riders, technical street, speed |
| 100A Extra Hard | Navy | Firmest, locked-in | Heaviest riders, maximum stability |
Need washers, pivot cups, and nuts too? Check out the Thunder Bushing Rebuild Kits.
FAQ
Are 97A bushings too stiff?
Not for the right rider. Heavier skaters and anyone who wants a locked-in feel will find them just right. For easier turning, try 94A Medium Hard.
Do hard bushings help with speed wobbles?
Yes. Firmer bushings resist the small side-to-side movements that turn into wobbles at speed, keeping your board steadier.
Will Thunder bushings fit my trucks?
Yes, if you ride standard skateboard trucks. They're a direct fit for Thunder and also fit Independent, Venture, and most other standard trucks, though feel can vary slightly with each truck's geometry. They are not sized for longboard or reverse-kingpin trucks.