
The facts.
| Part Number | SD 040 |
|---|---|
| Type | Steering damper R&T |
| Stroke | 68 mm |
| Installation Position | Original mount |
| Adjustment | Adjustable damping |
| Certification | ABE (Germany) |
| Fitment | Ducati Panigale V4 (2018–2024) |
| Brand | Öhlins |
DescriptionThe whole story▼
Designed for riders who demand total confidence at every speed, the Öhlins SD 040 steering damper brings race-proven stability and all-day riding composure to the Ducati Panigale V4. Whether you are threading through a fast chicane on track or holding a motorway cruise, the SD 040 eliminates the fatigue that comes from fighting unwanted handlebar movement — letting you focus entirely on the road ahead.
Key Features
- 68 mm stroke delivers a wide, progressive damping range suited to both road and track riding on the Panigale V4 platform.
- Steering damper R&T type code — a proven Öhlins Road & Track specification balancing everyday usability with genuine performance-oriented control.
- Original mount installation position means no custom fabrication is needed; the SD 040 fits directly using the Panigale V4's factory mounting points.
- Fully adjustable damping allows you to dial in the response to match your riding style, tyre choice, and circuit or road conditions.
- Dramatically reduces the risk of high-speed steering oscillation and tank-slappers, lowering rider fatigue over long sessions or extended journeys.
- ABE certification (Germany) confirms road-legal status, so the damper can be fitted to road-registered motorcycles without further approval.
Precision Engineering, All-Day Comfort
Öhlins built the SD 040 around a philosophy of predictable, linear damping — not the binary, intrusive feel of cheaper units that numb feedback or snap harshly at low speeds. The result is a damper that disappears into the background at sensible pace yet intervenes firmly and progressively whenever instability threatens. For Panigale V4 owners who cover mixed roads as well as track days, that balance is exactly what transforms a demanding superbike into something you can ride confidently for hours at a stretch.
Road & Track Versatility
The R&T designation is not marketing shorthand — it reflects a damper tuned to handle the extremes of both environments. On track, the 68 mm stroke and adjustable valving accommodate the rapid, high-amplitude inputs that arise under hard braking and quick direction changes. On the road, the same settings absorb surface imperfections and crosswinds without transmitting unwanted forces back through the handlebar to the rider's arms and shoulders.
Fitment & Compatibility
The Öhlins SD 040 is designed and approved for the following model:
- Ducati Panigale V4 (2018–2023) — ABE approved (Germany)
Note: The appearance of the steering damper unit may differ slightly from the example images shown, owing to differences in mounting hardware between individual motorcycle models. Please verify your specific variant before ordering.
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
| Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
| Part Number | SD 040 |
| Type | Steering damper R&T |
| Stroke | 68 mm |
| Installation Position | Original mount |
| Adjustment | Adjustable damping |
| Certification | ABE (Germany) |
| Fitment | Ducati Panigale V4 (2018–2024) |
| Brand | Öhlins |
FitmentWhich bikes this fits▼
- Ducati Panigale V4 (2018–2024)
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