Öhlins STX 46 Supersport Shock Absorber Yamaha YZF-R3 (2015–2026) YA 967

The Öhlins STX 46 Supersport shock absorber YA 967 is a purpose-engineered rear suspension unit for the Yamaha YZF-R3, drawing on decades of Öhlins racing heritage to deliver a level of ride quality and chassis composure that the standard unit simply cannot match. Its distinctive gold finish and forged aluminium construction signal serious intent before the bike even moves — this is suspension built to a standard, not a price.

Key Features

• 46 mm piston diameter ensures exceptional damping consistency and long-term durability across road and track use
• Gas-pressure damper with a fixed external reservoir maintains a stable oil temperature and prevents cavitation under sustained hard riding
• Independently adjustable compression and rebound damping lets you tailor the suspension character precisely to your riding style and road conditions
• Adjustable ride height gives you the ability to fine-tune chassis geometry for sharper turn-in or a more neutral balance
• Progressive spring rate of 170 N/mm delivers progressive support through the full stroke without sacrificing initial compliance
• Compact 277 mm body length and 40 mm stroke are matched exactly to the YZF-R3 chassis envelope — a direct, clean installation

Design, Finish and Heritage

Öhlins has supplied suspension to MotoGP, World Superbike and Isle of Man TT competitors for over four decades, and every road-going unit carries that engineering lineage. The STX 46 Supersport range translates that knowledge into a package that is both visually striking and technically refined. The external reservoir is not merely functional — its placement and finish speak to the Swedish manufacturer's commitment to precision manufacture, and on the compact frame of the YZF-R3 it reads as a genuine upgrade rather than an afterthought.

The spring part number for this unit is 61104-69, and Öhlins recommends installation by an authorised Öhlins Service Centre to ensure correct preload setting and to protect the unit's performance warranty. A full installation guide is included in the box.

Fitment and Compatibility

This shock absorber is designed exclusively for the Yamaha YZF-R3 across two distinct certification levels:

• Yamaha YZF-R3 (2017–2026) — supplied with ABE type approval for Germany; street-legal bolt-on fitment
• Yamaha YZF-R3 (2015–2016) — compatible fitment; no parts certificate (Teilegutachten) is included for German registration; please verify your local homologation requirements

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