{"product_id":"k-tech-trds-r-closed-cartridge-kit-yamaha-yzf-r1","title":"K-Tech TRDS-R Closed Cartridge Kit – Yamaha YZF-R1 M RN65 (2020–2026) – 160-021-270-020","description":"\u003cp\u003eBuilt for the highest levels of competition, the K-Tech TRDS-R Closed Cartridge Kit delivers race-proven suspension performance for the Yamaha YZF-R1 M RN65 across the full 2020–2026 model range. Trusted on the British Superbike grid and the Isle of Man TT, this is a system engineered where safety margins and lap-time consistency are non-negotiable.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThrough-Rod Damping System (TRDS-R) technology enables precise, repeatable adjustment of both compression and rebound damping — giving riders and technicians full confidence in suspension behaviour under race conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe 'R' designation stands for Regulation, meaning the kit is tuned to deliver high-precision setup control that directly translates to optimised lap times and predictable handling.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLightweight, compact closed cartridge architecture improves heat dissipation, maintaining consistent damping performance even during extended race stints or extreme track sessions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigned specifically for riders and teams operating within budget constraints or limited sponsorship — race-level hardware without the top-tier factory price tag.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupplied with a spring set as standard, allowing immediate fitment and baseline setup without additional procurement.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstallation by an authorised K-Tech Service Centre is recommended to ensure correct configuration and safety compliance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eThrough-Rod Technology Explained\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eUnlike conventional cartridge systems, the TRDS-R routes the damping rod through the full length of the cartridge body. This arrangement provides a more linear and accurate response to inputs at both ends of the suspension travel, allowing technicians to dial in compression and rebound with a level of granularity that traditional designs cannot match. The result is a fork that communicates honestly with the rider — critical when braking hard into a chicane or holding a line through a fast third-gear corner.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eRace-Proven, Road-Legal Credibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe TRDS-R has earned its reputation at the sharp end of competitive motorcycling. Its appearance in British Superbike and at the Isle of Man TT is not a marketing claim — it reflects the confidence that professional teams place in K-Tech's engineering when the consequences of a poorly damped front end are measured in more than lost tenths. That same reliability transfers directly to track-day and club-racing environments where consistent, trustworthy suspension is the foundation of rider confidence and safety.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFitment \u0026amp; Compatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis closed cartridge kit is designed and validated for the following application:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eYamaha YZF-R1 M — chassis code RN65 — model years 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025 and 2026\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eAlways verify your chassis code before ordering. If in doubt, contact the Inter-Pace technical team for confirmation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePart Number\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e160-021-270-020\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTotal Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e728 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStroke\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e125 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCompression Clicks\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e16 (recommended baseline)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRebound Clicks\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e16 (recommended baseline)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePreload Adjustment\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e18 mm range\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTechnology\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTRDS-R Through-Rod Damping System\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSupplied With\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOne set of springs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFitment\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYamaha YZF-R1 M RN65 (2020–2026)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInstallation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAuthorised K-Tech Service Centre recommended\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e","brand":"K-Tech","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53168849912074,"sku":"160-021-270-020","price":2971.77,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0949\/7831\/0410\/files\/TRDS-R_efb1b6ec-5a71-4ce7-8862-a922bea7f3f2.png?v=1780817545","url":"https:\/\/inter-pace.com\/products\/k-tech-trds-r-closed-cartridge-kit-yamaha-yzf-r1","provider":"Inter-Pace","version":"1.0","type":"link"}