
The facts.
| Part Number | SD 038 |
|---|---|
| Type | Steering damper R&T |
| Stroke | 68 mm |
| Position | Front |
| Mount | Original mount |
| Fitment | BMW S1000RR HP4 (2013–2014) |
| Packaging | Individual unit |
DescriptionThe whole story▼
Engineered for the demands of circuit riding, the Öhlins SD 038 steering damper transforms the handling precision of the BMW S1000RR HP4 at corner entry and on fast, flowing sections where unwanted handlebar oscillation costs both confidence and lap time. Drawing on Öhlins' decades of motorsport development, this Road and Track unit delivers the measured, progressive damping response that separates a championship-grade suspension package from a standard setup.
Key Features
- 68 mm stroke provides a wide operational range matched to the HP4's aggressive geometry and rapid steering inputs
- Broad adjustment range lets you dial in exactly the level of damping resistance required for track conditions or road riding
- Road and Track (R&T) specification means the SD 038 is calibrated for both circuit use and spirited road work without compromise
- Original mount fitment ensures a clean, direct installation with no modification to the frame or steering head
- Eliminates unwanted handlebar vibration and steering oscillation, raising rider confidence under hard braking and mid-corner
- Installation manual included; fitting by an authorised Öhlins Service Centre is recommended for optimal setup
Track Performance and Build Quality
The SD 038 is classified as a Road and Track steering damper, reflecting the engineering brief behind it: control without intrusion. On the circuit, where tyre feedback and precise steering feel are non-negotiable, the Öhlins unit suppresses tank-slappers and high-speed weave without deadening the communication between front tyre and rider. The wide adjustment range means you can run a softer setting for street use and firm the damper up progressively as track sessions intensify and speeds rise.
Öhlins' internal construction follows the same philosophy found across their premium suspension range — consistent damping force throughout the stroke, no fade under repeated cycling, and the durability expected of a component that may see both race weekends and road miles. The 68 mm stroke is sized specifically for the HP4's steering arc, and the original mount specification means the damper seats exactly as intended from the factory position.
Road Use
Away from the circuit, the SD 038 remains equally purposeful. On fast A-roads or alpine passes where surface irregularities can load the front end unpredictably, the damper's calibrated resistance smooths out the nervous steering moments that less refined units either ignore or over-suppress. The result is a front end that feels planted and communicative regardless of the road surface beneath it.
Fitment and Compatibility
The Öhlins SD 038 steering damper is designed and specified to fit the following motorcycle:
- BMW S1000RR HP4 (2013–2014)
Installation uses the original mount position — no additional brackets or frame modification required. Note: the actual appearance of the steering damper may vary slightly depending on the specific mounting configuration and model year.
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
| Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
| Part Number | SD 038 |
| Type | Steering damper R&T |
| Stroke | 68 mm |
| Position | Front |
| Mount | Original mount |
| Fitment | BMW S1000RR HP4 (2013–2014) |
| Packaging | Individual unit |
What's includedEverything in the box▼
- 1x Öhlins SD 038 steering damper
- 1x installation manual
FitmentWhich bikes this fits▼
- BMW HP4 (2013–2014)
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