{"product_id":"ohlins-steering-damper-kawasaki-zx-10-r-2008-2026-sd20-021","title":"Öhlins Steering Damper Kawasaki ZX-10 R (2008–2026) – SD20 021","description":"\u003cp\u003eSD20 021 is the Öhlins number for the Kawasaki ZX-10 R as sold between 2008 and 2026. Fitted to the ZX-10 R it takes the edge off inputs the rider never asked for.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDamper stroke 73 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuilt for the Kawasaki ZX-10 R (2008–2026); fits without modification\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSteering Behaviour\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eÖhlins quotes 73 mm of damper stroke for this fitment. Most riders settle within the first third of the range for road use. At the light end the damper is barely detectable; at the firm end it meets a fast deflection immediately.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eAbout the Steering Damper Range\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe adjuster changes the whole curve rather than adding a fixed drag. Öhlins achieves that by making damping force depend on the speed of the input: at walking pace the damper barely registers, and under a fast deflection at speed it firms up immediately. At parking speed the damper contributes almost nothing, which is what keeps a bike easy to manoeuvre.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSetting It Up for the ZX-10 R\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eOn a supersport machine, front-end feel under braking is what the rider trusts, and damping is what provides it. Öhlins covers the 19-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\u003eMaterials and Manufacture\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eShafts are hardened and surface-treated so the seal has a consistent surface to run against. Service parts stay available for years after a part number leaves the current price list. Two units carrying the same part number behave the same way out of the box, which is the whole point of testing each one.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFitment and Compatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe fitment stated here is the Kawasaki ZX-10 R in its 2008–2026 form, under Öhlins part number SD20 021. 2 machines in the range take this number, the Kawasaki ZX-10 R among them. Öhlins notes for this application: *2011-2018 For racing use only (error code in display)*\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eRoad Approval\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eRoad approval: none for Germany. Öhlins supplies this part without a German type approval for the Kawasaki ZX-10 R, which means it is not covered for use on public roads under StVZO. Track and closed-course use only.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eImportant Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eMounting hardware differs between models, so the steering damper you receive may look different from the photograph.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFitting and Setup Service\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is not a part to rush. Öhlins recommends installation by an authorised service centre, and we are an authorised Öhlins service centre — fitting, servicing and setup all happen here. Get in touch if you would like the work done 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 SD20 021\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eFitment:\u003c\/em\u003e Kawasaki ZX-10 R (2008–2026)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eRoad Approval:\u003c\/em\u003e None for Germany — track use only\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eMounting Position:\u003c\/em\u003e Original mount\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eStroke:\u003c\/em\u003e 73 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eProduct Line:\u003c\/em\u003e Steering Damper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eType Code:\u003c\/em\u003e SD R\u0026amp;T\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eCountry of Origin:\u003c\/em\u003e Sweden\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Öhlins","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53639716339978,"sku":"SD20 021","price":490.54,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0949\/7831\/0410\/files\/a_img-00001975_f245bcfd-746f-4f0f-ae1c-66ab6f412aeb.png?v=1789561854","url":"https:\/\/inter-pace.com\/products\/ohlins-steering-damper-kawasaki-zx-10-r-2008-2026-sd20-021","provider":"Inter-Pace","version":"1.0","type":"link"}