
The facts.
| Brand | Öhlins |
|---|---|
| Part Number | FGK 219 |
| System | NIX 30 — 30 mm cartridge |
| Fork Travel | 120 mm |
| Compatible Springs | Öhlins 08790 series (sold separately) |
| Compression Adjuster Location | Left fork leg |
| Rebound Adjuster Location | Right fork leg |
| Preload Adjustment | At fork cap |
| Type Approval | ABE (Germany) — included for all compatible models |
DescriptionThe whole story▼
The Öhlins NIX 30 Cartridge Kit FGK 219 is a precision-engineered fork upgrade developed specifically for the Ducati Panigale V4 S, V4 S Corse and V4 Speciale — a product that carries the full weight of Öhlins' Scandinavian racing heritage in every machined component. Where the standard fork leaves room for improvement, this 30 mm cartridge system transforms the front end into something genuinely capable of matching the V4's extraordinary engine performance, whether on a demanding road or a race circuit.
Key Features
- 30 mm cartridge system delivering a substantial improvement in damping consistency and front-end stability over the stock fork internals
- Compression damping and compression adjuster housed in the left fork leg for intuitive, accessible setup
- Rebound damping and rebound adjuster integrated into the right fork leg, keeping each circuit cleanly separated
- All adjustments — including spring preload — made directly at the fork cap, no special tooling required for trackside tuning
- German ABE type approval included for all three compatible models, making road registration straightforward
- Designed and manufactured to Öhlins' exacting standards, befitting the premium finish and engineering that defines the brand
Design, Finish and Heritage
Öhlins has been supplying championship-winning suspension to MotoGP and World Superbike paddocks for decades, and the NIX 30 cartridge carries that lineage directly into the hands of road and track riders. The kit's architecture reflects considered Swedish engineering: separate compression and rebound circuits in dedicated legs eliminate cross-interference between damping functions, giving the rider a cleaner, more predictable response to adjustment. Every component is finished to the standard expected of a product that will sit inside a Panigale — precise, purposeful and built to last.
Performance on Road and Track
Fitting the FGK 219 addresses one of the most effective ways to unlock the Panigale V4 S's true handling potential. The 120 mm travel cartridge system increases rigidity and damping precision through fast direction changes and hard braking events, where the stock setup can feel vague under extreme load. For track use, the fine-resolution adjusters at the fork caps allow rapid spring preload, compression and rebound changes between sessions without removing the front wheel or disassembling the leg. On the road, the improvement in small-bump compliance and mid-corner stability makes long, committed rides significantly more rewarding.
Fitment and Compatibility
This cartridge kit is a direct fitment for the following models, each with German ABE type approval included:
- Ducati Panigale V4 S (2018–2021) — with ABE (Germany)
- Ducati Panigale V4 S Corse (2019–2020) — with ABE (Germany)
- Ducati Panigale V4 Speciale (2018–2019) — with ABE (Germany)
Springs are not included and must be ordered separately from the Öhlins 08790 series. Installation by an authorised Öhlins Service Centre is recommended for optimal results; a fitting guide is supplied with the kit.
Fitting and Setup Service
Öhlins components deliver what they promise once they are fitted and set up properly. As an authorised Öhlins service centre we do exactly that in house — installation, service and setup. Simply ask if you would like us to take care of it.
Specifications
- Part number: FGK 219
- Cartridge diameter: 30 mm
- Fork travel: 120 mm
- Compatible springs: Öhlins 08790 series (sold separately)
- Compression adjuster: left fork leg
- Rebound adjuster: right fork leg
- Preload adjustment: fork cap
- Type approval: ABE (Germany)
FitmentWhich bikes this fits▼
- Ducati Panigale V4 S (2018–2021)
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