About the Product

Öhlins SD20 Road & Track Steering Damper – Universal 120mm Stroke Titanium

Part Number: SD20 003

The next generation of steering control has arrived. The Öhlins SD20 Road & Track Steering Damper combines Factory Racing technology with a completely redesigned internal architecture to deliver superior front-end stability, smoother steering response, and increased rider confidence on both the street and the racetrack.

Designed with a 120mm stroke, this universal steering damper is ideal for custom applications and motorcycles utilizing aftermarket mounting kits. Featuring a larger 20mm piston and Öhlins' exclusive cylinder-valve technology, the SD20 offers more precise damping control, improved comfort, and significantly faster wobble reduction than the previous SD16 generation

Key Features

• New-generation SD20 Road & Track technology
• Universal 120mm stroke design
• Large Ø20mm piston for increased damping force
• Exclusive cylinder-valve technology derived from Öhlins Factory Racing
• Improved low and high-speed damping sensitivity
• Faster reduction of steering wobble and headshake
• More compact and efficient construction
• Titanium-anodized premium finish
• Smooth and precise adjustment range
• Ideal for street, track day, race, and custom motorcycle applications
• Direct successor to the SD003 120mm steering damper

Advanced SD20 Technology

Unlike conventional steering dampers that rely on a simple needle valve, the SD20 utilizes an innovative cylinder-valve system that balances hydraulic forces more efficiently.

The result is:

• Quicker steering stabilization
• More consistent damping throughout the stroke
• Improved front-end feedback
• Better rider comfort over rough pavement
• Enhanced confidence during aggressive braking and acceleration

This race-inspired technology delivers a noticeably calmer motorcycle under hard riding conditions while maintaining excellent steering feel.

Built for Maximum Rider Confidence

Whether attacking apexes or cruising winding roads, the SD20 helps eliminate unwanted steering oscillations and instability by controlling sudden handlebar movements before they develop into dangerous tank slappers.

Perfect for:

• High-speed road riding
• Track days
• Racing motorcycles
• Custom superbike builds
• Naked bikes
• Sport motorcycles
• Performance street applications

The improved damping characteristics allow riders to accelerate harder, brake later, and maintain greater stability through fast transitions.

Technical Specifications

Why Choose the Öhlins SD20?

Compared to previous generations, the SD20 offers:

• Increased damping force
• Better force balance throughout the stroke
• Faster steering oscillation control
• More linear adjustment characteristics
• Enhanced rider comfort
• Factory Racing-inspired performance
• Improved precision under aggressive riding

Professional testing has shown the SD20 delivers a calmer, more stable front end, allowing riders to push harder with greater confidence.

Fitment

Universal Application

• 120mm stroke
• Suitable for motorcycles using compatible aftermarket or model-specific steering damper mounting kits
• Excellent choice for custom builds and race conversions

Always verify mounting kit compatibility before ordering.

What's Included

• Öhlins SD20 Steering Damper (120mm Stroke)
• Mounting Instructions
• Owner's Documentation

Why Buy from OPP Racing?

When you purchase your Öhlins suspension components from OPP Racing, you're getting genuine performance products backed by expert technical support and decades of motorcycle performance experience.

Whether you're building a race bike or upgrading your street machine, the Öhlins SD20 Steering Damper delivers the precision, control, and confidence that serious riders demand.