About the Product
Öhlins NIX 30 Street Front Fork Cartridge Kit
Yamaha MT-09 / Tracer 900 / XSR900 (Kayaba Forks) 2014–2020
Race-Derived Suspension Control for Street & Sport Riding
Upgrade the handling performance of your Yamaha MT-09 platform with the Öhlins NIX 30 Street Front Fork Cartridge Kit, a premium suspension solution developed from World Superbike racing technology and optimized for real-world street and sport riding.
Designed specifically for Yamaha models equipped with Kayaba (KYB) front forks, this cartridge kit replaces the OEM internal components with fully adjustable Öhlins damping technology, delivering improved stability, enhanced rider feedback, and superior braking control.
Performance Benefits
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Improved front-end stability and steering precision
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Reduced fork dive during braking
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Increased front tire grip and rider feedback
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Smoother suspension response over rough pavement
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Greater confidence during corner entry and mid-corner control
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Balanced performance for daily riding and aggressive sport use
The NIX 30 Street system is engineered as a versatile upgrade optimized for both comfort and performance riding scenarios.
Advanced Öhlins NIX Technology
NIX 30 Damping System
Compression damping operates in one fork leg while rebound damping operates in the other, allowing more precise damping control and improved chassis balance.
Street-Optimized Race Technology
Derived from racing suspension development, the system delivers stable damping characteristics while maintaining comfort suitable for road use.
External Adjustability
Compression, rebound, and spring preload adjustments are located at the fork top caps, allowing fast and accurate tuning changes.
Bike-Specific Development
Each kit is engineered specifically for the MT-09, Tracer 900, and XSR900 chassis to enhance overall handling and rider feel.
Drop-In Installation
Designed to install directly into the OEM fork legs without altering geometry or requiring external modifications.
Key Features
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Öhlins NIX 30 Street cartridge technology
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Independent compression and rebound damping circuits
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External preload adjustment
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30 mm piston design for consistent damping performance
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Race-derived internals tuned for street riding
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Precision CNC-machined components
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Fully serviceable and rebuildable construction
Technical Specifications
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Specification |
Details |
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Application |
Yamaha MT-09 (2014–2020) |
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Yamaha MT-09 SP (2018–2020) |
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Yamaha Tracer 900 / GT (2015–2020) |
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Yamaha XSR900 (2016–2021) |
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Fork Type |
Kayaba (KYB) OEM forks |
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Technology |
Öhlins NIX 30 Street |
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Cartridge Type |
Drop-in cartridge kit |
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Adjustability |
Compression, Rebound, Spring Preload |
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Springs |
Sold separately |
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Oil |
Öhlins 01309 recommended |
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Serviceability |
Fully rebuildable |
Ideal For
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Street riders seeking premium suspension performance
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Sport and canyon riding applications
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MT-09 / Tracer / XSR performance builds
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Riders upgrading soft OEM suspension damping
Installation Notes
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Fork springs, oil, and installation tools are sold separately.
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Professional installation and suspension setup are strongly recommended.
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Proper spring rate selection based on rider weight ensures optimal performance.