Öhlins NIX 30 FGK 212 fork cartridge kit for BMW S1000RR K46
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Technical data
BrandÖhlins
Part numberFGK 212
Cartridge diameter30 mm
Fork travel120 mm
Compatible spring series08790 (sold separately)
ApprovalABE (Germany)
FitmentBMW S1000RR K46 (2009–2018), BMW S1000RR HP4 (2013–2014)
DescriptionThe whole story▼

The Öhlins NIX 30 Cartridge Kit FGK 212 is a precision-engineered 30 mm fork cartridge system developed specifically for the BMW S1000RR K46 (2009–2018) and the BMW S1000RR HP4 (2013–2014). Holding ABE type approval for German road use across all covered model years, this kit is one of the few serious suspension upgrades that is equally at home on a track day and a daily road ride — no compromises, no grey areas.

Key Features

  • ABE certification (Germany) confirmed for BMW S1000RR (2009–2016), BMW S1000RR (2017–2018) and BMW S1000RR HP4 (2013–2014) — fully road-legal in Germany and widely accepted across Europe.
  • 30 mm cartridge diameter for a substantial increase in damping precision over the stock fork internals.
  • Compression damping and its adjuster are housed in the left fork leg; rebound damping and its adjuster in the right — a clean separation that makes trackside tuning straightforward and repeatable.
  • Spring preload is adjustable directly at the fork cap, so ride-height changes require no tools beyond the standard Öhlins spanner.
  • 120 mm travel retained — the cartridge works within the factory fork tubes, preserving geometry and chassis balance.
  • Compatible with the 08790-series Öhlins springs, allowing spring rate to be tailored precisely to rider weight and riding style.

Engineering Detail

The NIX 30 platform replaces the damper internals of the stock fork with a full cartridge assembly, transforming the BMW S1000RR's front end from a capable production unit into a genuinely adjustable suspension system. Compression and rebound circuits run independently in separate legs, eliminating the cross-talk that limits the tuning range of conventional cartridge designs. Because every adjustment point sits at the fork cap, changes can be made at the pits in seconds without removing the wheel or disturbing the brake system. The 08790-series springs (ordered separately) complete the upgrade and are available in a range of rates to suit anything from a lightweight club racer to a fully equipped road tourer.

Road and Track Use

The ABE approval held by FGK 212 means riders based in Germany do not have to choose between a properly set-up front end and a road-legal motorcycle. For track use, the independent compression and rebound adjusters allow rapid, confident changes in response to changing conditions, tyre compounds or fuel load. On the road, the same adjustability lets you dial in a progressive, communicative feel that the standard fork simply cannot match. Öhlins recommends installation by an authorised Öhlins Service Centre for optimal baseline settings, and a fitting instruction manual is included in the box.

Fitment and Compatibility

  • BMW S1000RR (2009–2016) — with ABE (Germany)
  • BMW S1000RR (2017–2018) — with ABE (Germany)
  • BMW S1000RR HP4 (2013–2014) — with ABE (Germany)

Fitting and Setup Service

We are an authorised Öhlins service centre, so the installation does not have to be your problem: we fit and set up Öhlins components in our own workshop. Ask us when you order and we will include the work.

Specifications

Specification Detail
Part number FGK 212
Cartridge diameter 30 mm
Fork travel 120 mm
Compatible spring series 08790 (sold separately)
Approval ABE (Germany)
Fitment BMW S1000RR K46 (2009–2018), BMW S1000RR HP4 (2013–2014)
Installation manual Included
What's includedEverything in the box▼
  • 1x Öhlins NIX 30 cartridge kit FGK 212
  • 1x installation manual
FitmentWhich bikes this fits▼
  • BMW S1000RR K46 (2009–2018)
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