The facts.
| Brand | Öhlins |
|---|---|
| Part Number | SD 000 |
| Type | Steering Damper R&T (Road and Track) |
| Stroke | 63 mm |
| Minimum Installation Length | 36.5 mm |
| Maximum Installation Length | 223.5 mm |
| Fitment | Universal |
| Road Approval (Germany) | No type-approval certificate (Teilegutachten) included |
DescriptionThe whole story▼
Engineered for riders who refuse to compromise on steering safety, the Öhlins SD 000 universal steering damper delivers race-proven damping technology in a fitment-flexible package. With a 63 mm stroke and an installation length adjustable between 36.5 mm and 223.5 mm, this unit adapts to a wide range of motorcycles and custom builds — bringing genuine Öhlins precision wherever you need it most.
Key Features
- Öhlins Road and Track (R&T) steering damper design, validated on circuits and public roads worldwide.
- 63 mm stroke provides a broad, progressive damping range to suppress tank-slappers and high-speed instability.
- Exceptionally wide installation length of 36.5 mm to 223.5 mm makes fitment possible on a vast array of standard and custom motorcycles.
- Part number SD 000 ensures straightforward identification and reordering.
- Compact, robust construction in keeping with Öhlins' motorsport heritage.
Safety & Certification Note
The Öhlins SD 000 is a universal steering damper and does not come with a type-approval certificate (Teilegutachten) for use on public roads in Germany. Riders intending to use this damper on German roads must obtain individual approval through the relevant technical inspection authority. Outside Germany, please verify the applicable road-use regulations in your country before fitting.
Performance on Road and Track
A steering damper is one of the most safety-critical chassis upgrades available. At speed, particularly under hard braking or on uneven surfaces, uncontrolled handlebar oscillation can escalate in milliseconds. The SD 000's hydraulic resistance intervenes precisely at the moment it is needed, absorbing the energy that would otherwise translate into a tank-slapper. The R&T designation confirms this unit has been developed and tested in racing conditions, then refined for everyday road durability — the same philosophy that makes Öhlins the benchmark for suspension across MotoGP, World Superbike and endurance racing.
Fitment & Compatibility
The SD 000 is a universal fitment steering damper. It is not a plug-and-play kit for a specific model; appropriate mounting brackets and hardware must be selected to suit your individual motorcycle. The wide installation length range of 36.5 mm to 223.5 mm accommodates naked bikes, sport-tourers, custom builds and café racers alike. Please note that product images may differ from the actual item received due to the variety of possible mounting configurations.
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
- Part number: SD 000
- Type: Steering damper R&T (Road and Track)
- Stroke: 63 mm
- Minimum installation length: 36.5 mm
- Maximum installation length: 223.5 mm
- Fitment: Universal
- Road approval (Germany): No type-approval certificate included
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