Öhlins NIX 30 Cartridge Kit FGK 227 for Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R 636
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The facts.

Technical data
Part NumberFGK 227
BrandÖhlins
Cartridge Diameter30 mm
Travel120 mm
Spring Series08790 (sold separately)
Compression Adjuster PositionLeft fork leg
Rebound Adjuster PositionRight fork leg
Preload AdjustmentFork cap
FitmentKawasaki Ninja ZX-6R 636 (2013–2026)
DescriptionThe whole story▼

Engineered specifically for the Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R 636 (2013–2026), the Öhlins NIX 30 Cartridge Kit FGK 227 meets the stringent German ABE type-approval standard for the 2013–2016 model years, with ABE certification in preparation for 2017–2026 machines — giving you the confidence that this suspension upgrade is both road-legal and track-ready. The 30 mm cartridge system delivers a step-change in fork damping quality and stability that the stock internals simply cannot match.

Key Features

  • ABE type-approval (Germany) confirmed for Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R 636 2013–2016; ABE in preparation for 2017–2026 — compliance built in from the outset
  • 30 mm cartridge architecture dramatically improves damping linearity and high-speed fork stability over the OEM internals
  • Compression damping and compression adjuster located in the left fork leg for intuitive, single-point tuning
  • Rebound damping and rebound adjuster housed in the right fork leg, keeping circuits completely independent for precise calibration
  • Spring preload adjustment accessible directly at the fork cap — no specialist tools required for on-the-fly setup changes
  • Installation manual included; authorised Öhlins Service Centre fitting recommended for optimal results

Performance & Build Quality

The NIX 30 platform is Öhlins' proven answer to the performance gap between factory suspension and serious road or track use. By separating compression and rebound circuits into dedicated fork legs, the FGK 227 eliminates the compromise inherent in conventional damper-rod forks. Each adjustment interacts cleanly with the other, so dialling in your preferred setup — whether for a track day at a technical circuit or a demanding mountain road — is methodical rather than guesswork. The 120 mm of travel is preserved in full, maintaining the ZX-6R's original geometry while transforming the way that travel is controlled.

Springs & Tuning

The cartridge kit is supplied without springs; compatible units from the Öhlins 08790 series must be ordered separately, allowing you to select the spring rate that matches your weight, riding style and intended use. This separation ensures the cartridge can be fitted with the correct spring from the outset rather than compromising with a one-size-fits-all rate.

Fitment & Compatibility

  • Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R 636 (2013–2016) — ABE approved (Germany)
  • Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R 636 (2017–2026) — ABE in preparation (Germany)

Fitting and Setup Service

We are an authorised Öhlins service centre, so the installation does not have to be your problem: we fit and set up Öhlins components in our own workshop. Ask us when you order and we will include the work.

Specifications

Part Number FGK 227
Brand Öhlins
Cartridge Diameter 30 mm
Travel 120 mm
Spring Series 08790 (sold separately)
Compression Adjuster Left fork leg
Rebound Adjuster Right fork leg
Preload Adjustment Fork cap
Fitment Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R 636, 2013–2026
What's includedEverything in the box▼
  • 1x Öhlins NIX 30 Cartridge Kit FGK 227
  • 1x Installation manual
FitmentWhich bikes this fits▼
  • Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R 636 (2013–2026)
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