Ohlins Shock Absorber

Öhlins Shock Absorbers: Race-Engineered Suspension for Every Rider

When it comes to high-performance shock absorbers, few names carry the weight of Öhlins. Shock absorbers are the defining link between a rider and the road — and Öhlins has spent nearly five decades perfecting that connection. Founded in 1976 as a motocross racing suspension company, Öhlins has evolved into the global benchmark for suspension technology, supplying OEM shocks to manufacturers including Aprilia, BMW, Ducati, Honda, Kawasaki, Triumph, and Yamaha, while simultaneously dominating the aftermarket.

Signature Technologies: TTX and STX

What separates Öhlins shock absorbers from the competition comes down to two core damping platforms — TTX and STX — each engineered to meet specific performance demands.

• TTX (Twin-Tube Technology): Öhlins' TTX system is a race-proven twin-tube damping platform that separates the compression and rebound damping circuits, allowing for more precise control over damping forces and consistent performance under varying conditions. The TTX technology works by raising oil pressure on one side of the piston and using gas pressure on the other side, preventing the cavitation and pressure drop that can plague conventional single-tube designs. For each TTX-equipped shock, a race-proven settings bank is available to fine-tune the damper to a specific rider, vehicle, or riding style.
• STX (Single-Tube Technology): The STX platform delivers a more compact and lightweight package without sacrificing performance. Using a pressurized, single-tube monotube design, STX shocks prevent cavitation for more even, reliable damping action — making them ideal for street, touring, and sport applications where a balance of comfort and control is paramount. Models like the STX 36 feature a 36mm piston, adjustable rebound and compression damping, an external piggyback reservoir, and high-pressure nitrogen gas charging.

A Lineup Built for Every Application

The Öhlins shock absorber lineup spans a remarkable range of applications. For adventure and street riders, the TTX AR-X 40 represents the latest evolution — a next-generation twin-tube shock featuring a 40mm piston with a high-speed blow-off valve and an integrated hydraulic preload adjuster that can raise seat height by up to 50mm depending on application. The TTX AR-X 40 is also compatible with Öhlins' SmartEC semi-active suspension technology for electronically controlled damping.

For Harley-Davidson riders, dedicated STX Performance and STX Pro Reservoir models are available across Touring, Softail, Dyna, and Sportster platforms — offering hard-anodized, CNC-machined components and top-tier adjustability in a bolt-on format. At the pinnacle of the lineup, the TTX GP shock represents the championship-winning twin-tube technology trusted by factory racing teams, featuring needle profiles on both compression and rebound adjusters for maximum fine-tuning precision.

Why Öhlins Stands Apart

With 18 of 22 riders on the 2026 MotoGP grid trusting Öhlins suspension, the brand's racing pedigree is unmatched. Every aftermarket shock absorber benefits from the same R&D pipeline as these world-class race products. Whether you ride street, supersport, adventure, MX, or enduro, the Öhlins shock absorber range offers a precisely engineered solution backed by decades of competition-proven development.