{"product_id":"ohlins-nix-30-street-cartridge-kit-kawasaki-z900rs-cafe-2017-2023-fks-511","title":"Öhlins NIX 30 Street Cartridge Kit Kawasaki Z900RS CAFE (2017–2023) – FKS 511","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Kawasaki Z900RS CAFE in its 2017–2023 form takes Öhlins part number FKS 511. Fork internals are where manufacturers save money, because nobody sees them.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShips with spring Sold separately, see notes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBolts to the Kawasaki Z900RS CAFE (2017–2023) using the standard mounting points\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStroke: 120 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eMaterials and Manufacture\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eEvery Öhlins dealer can re-valve the unit, because the shim stack is a documented, serviceable assembly. Öhlins machines its own critical components instead of buying them in, and the tolerances are where the money goes. Machining, anodising, assembly and testing all happen in the same building rather than across a supply chain.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eAbout the NIX 30 Street Range\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe 30 mm cartridge is the larger of Öhlins' two NIX sizes and suits fork tubes from about 43 mm upwards. Street valving in the NIX 30 kit favours road surfaces over circuit use. The NIX 30 uses Öhlins' split-function layout — compression in one fork leg, rebound in the other.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat This Means on the Z900RS CAFE\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eRetro and heritage machines usually inherit their suspension specification from cost targets rather than from chassis development. Öhlins covers the 7-year production run of this generation with a single part number, which means the mounting and the linkage stayed unchanged across it.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDamping and Adjustment\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e120 mm is the stroke Öhlins specifies against the Z900RS CAFE's ratio. The fitted spring is Sold separately, see notes, and Öhlins lists neighbouring rates under their own numbers. Fill specification is 01309, which is part of the setting rather than a detail. The kit is re-valvable, so a suspension technician can go beyond the click range if needed. Each fork leg takes one function, so each adjuster has a single, clear effect.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFitment and Compatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe fitment stated here is the Kawasaki Z900RS CAFE in its 2017–2023 form, under Öhlins part number FKS 511. Öhlins lists no other machine against this number, so it is not a unit that can be adapted to a neighbouring model. Öhlins notes for this application: 08790-xx spring series\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eRoad Approval\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eRoad approval: Öhlins publishes no approval status for this combination. Rather than guess, we say so — ask us before ordering if road use matters to you.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFitting and Setup Service\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eÖhlins recommends that its suspension is fitted by an authorised service centre. We are one, and we do the work here: installation, servicing and a proper setup. Ask us and we will include it with the order.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eBrand:\u003c\/em\u003e Öhlins\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cem\u003ePart Number:\u003c\/em\u003e FKS 511\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eFitment:\u003c\/em\u003e Kawasaki Z900RS CAFE (2017–2023)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eRoad Approval:\u003c\/em\u003e Not documented by Öhlins\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eMounting Position:\u003c\/em\u003e Front Cartridge\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eStroke:\u003c\/em\u003e 120 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eSpring Part Number:\u003c\/em\u003e Sold separately, see notes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eRecommended Öhlins Oil:\u003c\/em\u003e 01309\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eProduct Line:\u003c\/em\u003e NIX 30 Street\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eType Code:\u003c\/em\u003e NIX30S\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Öhlins","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53645297451274,"sku":"FKS 511","price":973.6,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0949\/7831\/0410\/files\/a_img-00001563_3deac19c-ede9-4397-817f-1b6c3f4991c3.png?v=1789561680","url":"https:\/\/inter-pace.com\/products\/ohlins-nix-30-street-cartridge-kit-kawasaki-z900rs-cafe-2017-2023-fks-511","provider":"Inter-Pace","version":"1.0","type":"link"}