Öhlins FGRT 205 Upside Down Fork Road & Track – Suzuki GSX-R 1000 (2012–2016)

Built for riders who refuse to compromise between road and track, the Öhlins FGRT 205 is a race-proven upside-down fork engineered specifically for the Suzuki GSX-R 1000 (2012–2016). At the heart of this assembly sits the Öhlins 30 mm cartridge kit — the same technology trusted in national Superbike championships — delivering the precise, consistent damping that separates a good lap from a great one.

Key Features

• Öhlins 30 mm cartridge kit: the benchmark standard in national Superbike competition, brought directly to your GSX-R 1000
• Independent compression and rebound damping adjustment for dialled-in handling across every corner and braking zone
• 725 mm fork length with 120 mm of travel and a 10.0 N/mm spring rate — a performance-oriented setup that sharpens both braking stability and corner entry
• Road & Track (R&T) type code: equally at home on a Sunday morning blast or a full track day session
• Spring part number 04744-10 from the 04744 series, ensuring correct fitment and easy future servicing
• German ABE type approval for 2012–2014 model years; General Parts Appraisal (Allgemeines Teilegutachten) applicable for 2015–2016

Track-Bred Performance on the Road

The FGRT 205 carries Öhlins' race-department DNA into a package that meets street-legal requirements without softening its character. The 30 mm cartridge system provides a level of damping control that stock forks simply cannot match: the compression circuit handles high-speed and low-speed inputs separately, while the rebound adjustment lets you tailor how quickly the front end recovers after braking or mid-corner disturbances. The result is a front end that inspires confidence whether you are trail-braking into a hairpin on track or tipping into a fast A-road sweeper.

Build Quality & Engineering

Every component in the FGRT 205 reflects Öhlins' uncompromising approach to suspension manufacture. The upside-down architecture places the larger-diameter tubes at the top, significantly reducing unsprung mass compared to a conventional right-side-up fork, and increasing lateral stiffness for more accurate steering. The fork is supplied as a complete, ready-to-fit unit, built and tested in Öhlins' facility to the tolerances demanded by professional racing teams.

Fitment & Compatibility

• Suzuki GSX-R 1000 (2012–2014) — German ABE type approval included
• Suzuki GSX-R 1000 (2015–2016) — General Parts Appraisal (Allgemeines Teilegutachten) required

Please note: ABE approval applies to model years 2012–2014 only. Owners of 2015–2016 machines should confirm the applicable regional approval documentation before road use.

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