Öhlins FGRT 231 upside-down fork with gold outer tubes for Ducati Panigale 959
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The facts.

Technical data
Part numberFGRT 231
Type codeFront Fork R&T
Assembled length740 mm
Travel120 mm
Spring rate10.0 N/mm
Spring part number04744-10
Spring series04744 series
Air chamber height150 mm
Outer tube finishGold
Type approvalABE (Germany)
DescriptionThe whole story

The Öhlins FGRT 231 is a direct-fit upside-down fork assembly engineered for the Ducati Panigale 959 (2016–2019), delivering the kind of all-day ride comfort and precise feedback that transforms both a track day and a spirited road run. Replacing the original Showa fork, it brings genuine Öhlins race-derived technology to a street-registered machine without compromise.

Key Features

  • Equipped with the renowned Öhlins 30 mm cartridge kit — the same unit proven in national Superbike championships — for progressive, consistent damping across all riding conditions.
  • Independent compression and rebound adjustment at each fork leg allows fine-tuning to personal preference, whether chasing lap times or covering long road miles in comfort.
  • 120 mm of travel paired with a 10.0 N/mm spring rate delivers a balanced ride that absorbs road irregularities without sacrificing cornering precision.
  • 150 mm air chamber height contributes to smooth, fade-resistant damping response under hard braking and high-speed direction changes.
  • Gold-finished outer tubes add a distinctive, race-inspired aesthetic that sets the Panigale apart at a glance.
  • German type approval (ABE) for road-legal fitment in Germany — no additional paperwork required for street registration.

Engineering & Build Quality

The FGRT 231 is purpose-built as a road and track fork assembly, carrying Öhlins' TTX-lineage damping philosophy into a complete bolt-on unit. The cartridge internals are calibrated specifically for the Panigale 959's chassis geometry and weight distribution, meaning the spring rate and damping curves are not generic — they are derived from the same iterative development process used in professional racing. The result is a fork that communicates tyre load and braking force with clarity, reducing rider fatigue over extended sessions and giving the confidence to brake later and carry more corner speed.

Road & Track Performance

On the road, the independently adjustable compression and rebound settings mean you can soften the fork for a relaxed commute or fast touring run and stiffen it back up for the next trackday without specialist tools. Braking stability is markedly improved over the standard Showa unit, with the fork resisting dive under hard application and returning a consistent feel at the lever throughout a full session. The 740 mm assembled length maintains the Panigale's stock geometry, so steering feel and trail figures are preserved exactly as Ducati intended.

Fitment & Compatibility

The Öhlins FGRT 231 is designed specifically for the base Ducati Panigale 959 fitted with the original Showa fork. It is not intended for Panigale variants equipped with an Öhlins fork as standard. German ABE type approval is included, confirming road-legal status for use in Germany.

  • Ducati Panigale 959 (2016–2019) — ABE (Germany)

Fitting and Setup Service

Fitting matters as much as the part. We are an authorised Öhlins service centre and carry out installation, servicing and setup ourselves — get in touch and we will arrange it alongside your order.

Specifications

Attribute Detail
Part number FGRT 231
Type code Front Fork R&T
Assembled length 740 mm
Travel 120 mm
Spring rate 10.0 N/mm
Spring part number 04744-10
Spring series 04744 series
Air chamber height 150 mm
Outer tube finish Gold
Type approval ABE (Germany)
FitmentWhich bikes this fits
  • Ducati Panigale 959 (2016–2019)
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