WHY IS MOTORCYCLE SUSPENSION IMPORTANT?

Suspension plays an integral role in your motorcycle's comfort, safety, and performance.

As you ride, the suspension insulates you and your bike from impacts caused by irregularities in the road surface. This contributes to rider comfort while improving the mechanical reliability and durability of the motorcycle. It also enhances traction, keeping the tires in contact with the ground and giving you the confidence to push the limits of your performance.

 

WHAT ARE THE ADVANTAGES OF PREMIUM SUSPENSION PRODUCTS?

Shocks, forks, and steering dampers that are high-quality and expertly engineered offer a multitude of benefits over other suspension products on the market, including:

HEIGHTENED RESPONSE: The damper creates damping action without using excessive stroke, increasing sensitivity and response time.

PRECISE CONTROL: The damping controls the movement of the spring to avoid bouncing and wobbling.

IMPROVED HANDLING: There are less sudden changes in chassis geometry, making the motorcycle more stable and easier to ride.

ENHANCED GRIP: The suspension helps to keep the wheels in closer contact with the road surface. This not only increases rider safety but also helps reduce tire wear.

BETTER BALANCE: The front and rear suspension work together to deliver the best possible comfort and performance.

CONSISTENT PERFORMANCE: High-quality suspension products help you maintain a higher level of performance for longer.

Think of the suspension as a filter between the rider and the road or track surface. Without the suspension system, the bike’s chassis would move as the front fork moves up to absorb the impact. This type of movement affects the comfort of the rider and any passengers onboard. It is also much harder on the bike, causing it to wear more easily from vibrations and bumps in the road.

 

ÖHLINS MOTORCYCLE SUSPENSION – UNMATCHED QUALITY & PERFORMANCE

Öhlins offers a wide range of suspension products, including shock absorbers, front forks, steering dampers, and cartridge kits – all tailored to different riding styles and performance requirements. Selecting the right Öhlins suspension system for your bike involves knowing your specific motorcycle segment and the requirements you have in terms of performance, handling, and comfort.

Every single product in our range for motorcycle benefits from extensive testing, both in our laboratory environment and outside in real-world riding conditions. Learn more about each of our product categories and what we have to offer for your bike and riding style. 

 

MOTORCYCLE SHOCK ABSORBERS

Öhlins motorcycle shocks are engineered to deliver unparalleled rear suspension performance, with options available for a variety of applications, ranging from Street and Supersport to Adventure and MX & Enduro. Our lineup of shocks is comprised of models from our STX and TTX series, each designed to optimize performance for specific riding conditions.

Our STX shocks, which feature Öhlins’ single-tube STX technology, are developed to enhance comfort, handling, and stability in street bikes, touring bikes, cruisers, and scooters. Our TTX shocks, a go-to for professional racers and more performance-oriented riders, are optimized for track use. They feature our race-proven, twin-tube TTX technology to give you superior damping performance under the most extreme riding conditions.

Öhlins shocks offer a wide range of adjustability for all riding styles. With features like adjustable compression, rebound, and spring preload, you can fine-tune the shock’s behavior to match your riding style and conditions, resulting in the optimal combination of control, comfort, and responsiveness – wherever you ride.

 

MOTORCYCLE FRONT FORKS

Öhlins motorcycle forks set the standard in front-end suspension performance. Whether you ride on road, track, or off-road, our forks are designed to give you the exact level of stability, control, and feedback you need to ride with confidence. We offer front forks across most riding segments, including Street, Supersport, Custom & Heritage, Adventure, and MX & Enduro.

Our front forks for motorcycle showcase the best in Öhlins innovation, each model featuring cartridges equipped with TTX or NIX technology. We also offer a range of separate cartridge kits, for those looking to upgrade their current forks. Installing Öhlins cartridges is a simple and highly effective way to boost the performance of your ride.

Whether navigating tight corners on track or venturing through rugged off-road terrain, Öhlins forks offer the ultimate in front-end performance, with virtually endless adjustment options to fine-tune your setup and elevate your riding experience.

For custom builders, we have a selection of universal front forks available to bring your latest project to the next level.

 

MOTORCYCLE STEERING DAMPERS

Öhlins steering dampers are a must-have for riders seeking the ultimate in smoothness and stability.

Also known as steering stabilizers, our steering dampers are designed to absorb big knocks, small bumps, and vibrations on the road surface. This mitigates unwanted handlebar movement and ensures your bike responds accurately to every input while maintaining optimal stability and performance. In turn, you’ll not only ride more confidently, but you’ll also experience less fatigue when riding over long distances.

From winding country roads to the world’s fastest racetracks, Öhlins steering dampers deliver the confidence-inspiring stability, control, and handling you need to make every ride your best one yet.