Öhlins FGRT 205 upside-down fork for Suzuki GSX-R 1000 2012–2016
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Technical data
Part NumberFGRT 205
Type CodeFront Fork R&T
Fork Length725 mm
Travel120 mm
Spring Rate10.0 N/mm
Spring Part Number04744-10 (04744 series)
FitmentSuzuki GSX-R 1000 (2012–2016)
ApprovalABE for 2012–2014; Allgemeines Teilegutachten for 2015–2016
DescriptionThe whole story

Built for riders who refuse to compromise between road and track, the Öhlins FGRT 205 is a race-proven upside-down fork engineered specifically for the Suzuki GSX-R 1000 (2012–2016). At the heart of this assembly sits the Öhlins 30 mm cartridge kit — the same technology trusted in national Superbike championships — delivering the precise, consistent damping that separates a good lap from a great one.

Key Features

  • Öhlins 30 mm cartridge kit: the benchmark standard in national Superbike competition, brought directly to your GSX-R 1000
  • Independent compression and rebound damping adjustment for dialled-in handling across every corner and braking zone
  • 725 mm fork length with 120 mm of travel and a 10.0 N/mm spring rate — a performance-oriented setup that sharpens both braking stability and corner entry
  • Road & Track (R&T) type code: equally at home on a Sunday morning blast or a full track day session
  • Spring part number 04744-10 from the 04744 series, ensuring correct fitment and easy future servicing
  • German ABE type approval for 2012–2014 model years; General Parts Appraisal (Allgemeines Teilegutachten) applicable for 2015–2016

Track-Bred Performance on the Road

The FGRT 205 carries Öhlins' race-department DNA into a package that meets street-legal requirements without softening its character. The 30 mm cartridge system provides a level of damping control that stock forks simply cannot match: the compression circuit handles high-speed and low-speed inputs separately, while the rebound adjustment lets you tailor how quickly the front end recovers after braking or mid-corner disturbances. The result is a front end that inspires confidence whether you are trail-braking into a hairpin on track or tipping into a fast A-road sweeper.

Build Quality & Engineering

Every component in the FGRT 205 reflects Öhlins' uncompromising approach to suspension manufacture. The upside-down architecture places the larger-diameter tubes at the top, significantly reducing unsprung mass compared to a conventional right-side-up fork, and increasing lateral stiffness for more accurate steering. The fork is supplied as a complete, ready-to-fit unit, built and tested in Öhlins' facility to the tolerances demanded by professional racing teams.

Fitment & Compatibility

  • Suzuki GSX-R 1000 (2012–2014) — German ABE type approval included
  • Suzuki GSX-R 1000 (2015–2016) — General Parts Appraisal (Allgemeines Teilegutachten) required

Please note: ABE approval applies to model years 2012–2014 only. Owners of 2015–2016 machines should confirm the applicable regional approval documentation before road use.

Fitting and Setup Service

Öhlins recommends that its suspension is fitted by an authorised service centre. We are one, and we do the work here: installation, servicing and a proper setup. Ask us and we will include it with the order.

Specifications

Attribute Detail
Part Number FGRT 205
Type Code Front Fork R&T
Fork Length 725 mm
Travel 120 mm
Spring Rate 10.0 N/mm
Spring Part Number 04744-10 (04744 series)
Fitment Suzuki GSX-R 1000 (2012–2016)
Approval ABE (2012–2014); Allgemeines Teilegutachten (2015–2016)
FitmentWhich bikes this fits
  • Suzuki GSX-R 1000 (2012–2016)
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