K-Tech TRDS-R Closed Cartridge Kit for Kawasaki ZX-6R 2009–2019
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Technical data
BrandK-Tech
Part Number160-011-150-010
SystemTRDS-R Closed Cartridge
Stroke130 mm
Compression Adjustment16 clicks (recommended baseline)
Rebound Adjustment16 clicks (recommended baseline)
Preload Adjustment18 mm range
FitmentKawasaki ZX-6R 2009–2019
Scope of DeliveryCartridge kit with one set of springs
DescriptionThe whole story

Engineered for riders who measure progress in lap times, the K-Tech TRDS-R Closed Cartridge Kit transforms the front-end feel of the Kawasaki ZX-6R into a precision instrument trusted at British Superbike rounds and the Isle of Man TT. Through-Rod technology at the heart of the system delivers the granular damping control that separates consistent podium challengers from the rest of the field.

Key Features

  • Through-Rod Damping System (TRDS-R) provides race-accurate compression and rebound adjustment in 16-click increments, giving riders and technicians exacting control over fork behaviour.
  • The 'R' for Regulation means every setting change is repeatable and fully documented — ideal for refining setup across sessions without factory-level budget support.
  • Compact, lightweight closed-cartridge construction improves heat dissipation significantly over conventional damping units, maintaining consistent performance throughout sustained racing conditions.
  • 18 mm of preload adjustment allows swift spring-rate fine-tuning to suit rider weight, track surface and tyre compound.
  • 130 mm stroke engineered specifically for the ZX-6R chassis geometry, preserving original handling balance while raising its ceiling.
  • Supplied complete with a matched spring set, ready for fitment by a K-Tech Service Centre.
  • Race-proven at championship level — British Superbike and Isle of Man TT — providing confidence that the engineering holds under maximum stress.

Through-Rod Technology Explained

Unlike a conventional cartridge where the damping rod passes through one end only, K-Tech's Through-Rod design runs the rod through the full length of the cartridge. This eliminates the dead zone of oil cavitation common under hard braking and aggressive kerb strikes, giving a more linear and predictable damping curve from the first millimetre of travel to the last. The closed-cartridge architecture further isolates the damping fluid from air ingestion, so the fork responds identically on lap one and lap twenty.

Track Performance & Setup

The TRDS-R was developed alongside professional race teams to give privateer and semi-professional competitors the same level of adjustability previously reserved for factory-supported efforts. With 16 compression clicks and 16 rebound clicks available as a starting point, a technician can map the fork's entire characteristic in a single day of testing and then dial in repeatable, session-by-session changes with confidence. The preload collar's 18 mm range accommodates a wide spread of rider weights and spring rates without requiring a full rebuild between events.

Fitment & Compatibility

This kit is designed as a direct-fit replacement for the following model:

  • Kawasaki ZX-6R — model years 2009 to 2019 (inclusive)

Installation by an authorised K-Tech Service Centre is strongly recommended to ensure correct fluid fill, preload setting and damping calibration before the kit is put into service.

Specifications

Specification Detail
Brand K-Tech
Part Number 160-011-150-010
System TRDS-R Closed Cartridge
Stroke 130 mm
Compression Adjustment 16 clicks (recommended baseline)
Rebound Adjustment 16 clicks (recommended baseline)
Preload Adjustment 18 mm range
Fitment Kawasaki ZX-6R 2009–2019
Included Cartridge kit with one set of springs
What's includedEverything in the box
  • 1x K-Tech TRDS-R Closed Cartridge Kit
  • 1x set of springs
FitmentWhich bikes this fits
  • Kawasaki ZX-6R (2009–2019)
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