Item Summary

• For Kayaba forks only on NON-SP models only
• NIX-technology
• External compression and rebound adjustment
• External preload adjustment
• 30mm piston diameter
• Range of fork springs available
• Öhlins setting bank

About the Product

Öhlins NIX 30 Street Front Fork Cartridge Kit

Yamaha MT-09 / MT-09 SP (Kayaba Forks) 2021–Present

Race-Derived Suspension Performance for Street & Sport Riding

Upgrade the front suspension performance of your Yamaha MT-09 with the Öhlins NIX 30 Street Front Fork Cartridge Kit, a premium suspension system developed using technology from World Superbike racing and optimized for real-world street riding.

Specifically engineered for 2021-present Yamaha MT-09 models equipped with Kayaba (KYB) front forks, this cartridge kit replaces the OEM fork internals with advanced Öhlins damping technology, delivering improved braking stability, sharper steering precision, and enhanced rider feedback.

Performance Benefits

• Improved front-end stability and steering precision

• Reduced fork dive during hard braking

• Increased front tire grip and rider feedback

• Smoother suspension response over rough pavement

• Greater confidence during corner entry and mid-corner control

• Balanced performance for both street riding and aggressive sport use

The NIX 30 system delivers stable damping characteristics while maintaining excellent ride comfort, making it ideal for both daily riding and spirited canyon or track use.

Advanced Öhlins NIX Technology

NIX 30 Damping Architecture

The Öhlins NIX design separates damping functions between fork legs:

• Compression damping in the left fork leg

• Rebound damping in the right fork leg

This configuration improves damping precision, chassis stability, and simplifies suspension tuning.

External Adjustability

Compression, rebound, and spring preload adjustments are all accessible from the fork top caps, allowing riders to quickly dial in suspension performance for different riding conditions.

Race-Derived Engineering

Developed using Öhlins’ extensive racing experience, the NIX 30 system provides predictable damping behavior and improved chassis balance for high-performance street motorcycles.

Direct Drop-In Upgrade

The cartridge kit installs directly into the OEM fork legs, providing a major suspension upgrade without requiring modifications to the fork tubes or chassis.

Key Features

• Öhlins NIX 30 Street cartridge technology

• Independent compression and rebound damping circuits

• External compression, rebound, and preload adjustments

• 30 mm piston diameter for precise damping performance

• Race-derived internals optimized for street riding

• Precision CNC-machined components

• Fully serviceable and rebuildable construction

Technical Specifications

Technical specifications such as 804 mm cartridge length and 130 mm stroke are provided by manufacturer product data.

Ideal For

• Yamaha MT-09 performance builds

• Street riders seeking improved suspension control

• Sport and canyon riding applications

• Riders upgrading the soft OEM fork damping

Installation Notes

• Fork springs, oil, and installation tools are sold separately.

• Professional installation and suspension setup are strongly recommended.

• Correct spring rate selection based on rider weight ensures optimal performance and safety.