
The facts.
| Part Number | FGRT 231 |
|---|---|
| Type | Front Fork Road and Track (upside-down) |
| Total Length | 740 mm |
| Travel | 120 mm |
| Spring Rate | 10.0 N/mm |
| Spring Part Number | 04744-10 (04744 series) |
| Air Gap | 150 mm |
| Outer Tube Finish | Gold anodised |
| Road Approval | ABE (Germany) |
DescriptionThe whole story▼
Engineered for riders who demand precision and sustained confidence across long road sessions and committed track days alike, the Öhlins FGRT 231 front fork transforms the Ducati Panigale 899 into a genuinely planted, fatigue-free machine. Its gold outer tubes are a signature of Öhlins race pedigree — and behind that finish lies serious, adjustable technology drawn directly from national Superbike championship competition.
Key Features
- 30 mm cartridge kit developed for and proven in national Superbike championships, delivering exceptional damping consistency over extended riding sessions
- Independent compression and rebound adjustment allows precise tuning to suit rider weight, preference and road or track conditions — eliminating the vague, one-size-fits-all feel of the stock Showa unit
- 740 mm total length and 120 mm of travel preserve the Panigale 899's geometry while unlocking a vastly superior ride quality
- 10.0 N/mm spring rate (part 04744-10, 04744 series) calibrated for the 899's weight class and intended road-track use
- 150 mm air gap fine-tunes progression and bottoming resistance without tools
- Gold anodised outer tubes signal genuine Öhlins Racing heritage and complement the Panigale's aggressive Italian styling
Built for All-Day Comfort and Precision
What separates the FGRT 231 from budget aftermarket alternatives is the quality of feel it maintains hour after hour. The 30 mm cartridge internals respond consistently whether you are threading a familiar back road on a Sunday morning or pushing hard through a technical circuit section for the tenth consecutive lap. Compression and rebound circuits work independently, so you can dial in a plush initial stroke for mid-corner comfort while retaining the firm support needed under hard braking — a combination rarely achievable with the factory fork.
Road and Track Versatility
The FGRT designation — Road and Track — is not marketing language; it reflects how the cartridge is valved. Compliance over road imperfections reduces hand and wrist fatigue on longer rides, while the high-speed damping remains composed under the abrupt loads of circuit riding. The 04744-series spring delivers a linear, predictable rate that suits a wide range of riding styles without requiring a spring swap for most rider weights.
Fitment and Compatibility
The Öhlins FGRT 231 is a direct replacement for the original Showa fork fitted to the base Ducati Panigale 899. It is approved for road use in Germany (ABE) for the fitment listed below.
- Ducati Panigale 899 (2014–2015) — ABE (Germany)
Note: fits the standard base-specification Panigale 899 equipped with the original Showa fork. Confirm your model year and fork specification before ordering.
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 | Front Fork Road and Track (upside-down) |
| Total length | 740 mm |
| Travel | 120 mm |
| Spring rate | 10.0 N/mm |
| Spring part number | 04744-10 (04744 series) |
| Air gap | 150 mm |
| Outer tube finish | Gold anodised |
| Fitment | Ducati Panigale 899 (2014–2015), base model with original Showa fork |
| Road approval | ABE (Germany) |
FitmentWhich bikes this fits▼
- Ducati Panigale 899 (2013–2016)
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