Item Summary

• Spring rate 12N/mm
• FL Touring (Road King, Street Glide, Electra Glide etc)
• Optional Spring FKC 102
• 25 mm pistons
• Öhlins NIX technology
• Aluminum damping tubes
• Optional spring rates
• Improved feel, control and comfort
• Easy to install

About the Product

Öhlins NIX 30 American V-Twin Front Fork Cartridge Kit

Harley-Davidson Touring FLHX / FLTX (Showa Forks) 2014–2016

Premium Suspension Upgrade for Harley Touring Models

Upgrade the ride quality and front-end performance of your Harley-Davidson Touring motorcycle with the Öhlins NIX 30 American V-Twin Front Fork Cartridge Kit. Developed using decades of racing and road-testing experience, this advanced cartridge system delivers improved stability, enhanced comfort, and more precise suspension control for long-distance touring and aggressive road riding.

Designed specifically for Harley-Davidson Touring models equipped with Showa front forks, this drop-in cartridge kit replaces the OEM fork internals with Öhlins’ proven NIX damping technology, transforming the front suspension into a fully adjustable, high-performance setup.

Performance Benefits

• Improved front-end stability and steering precision

• Reduced fork dive during braking

• Smoother ride quality over rough pavement

• Increased rider confidence in corners

• Greater comfort during long-distance touring

• Consistent suspension performance under varying loads

The system provides improved damping control while maintaining the comfort expected from a touring motorcycle.

Advanced Öhlins NIX Technology

NIX Damping Architecture

The Öhlins NIX design separates damping functions between the fork legs:

• Compression damping in the left fork leg

• Rebound damping in the right fork leg

This configuration improves damping precision and chassis stability while simplifying suspension tuning.

External Preload Adjustment

Spring preload adjusters located at the fork top caps allow riders to quickly fine-tune suspension setup based on rider weight, passenger load, or luggage.

Touring-Optimized Performance

Developed to balance comfort and performance, the NIX cartridge system provides improved control without sacrificing the plush ride quality expected from a Harley-Davidson touring platform.

Drop-In Cartridge Installation

The cartridge kit installs directly into the OEM Showa fork legs, providing a major suspension upgrade without replacing the entire fork assembly.

Key Features

• Öhlins NIX cartridge technology

• Independent compression and rebound damping circuits

• External spring preload adjustment

• Precision CNC-machined components

• Fully serviceable and rebuildable design

• Springs included for a wide range of rider weights

• Sold as a pair for both fork legs

Technical Specifications

Ideal For

• Harley touring riders seeking improved ride quality

• Long-distance touring motorcycles

• Riders carrying luggage or passengers

• Performance-focused Harley builds

Installation Notes

• Designed to install inside OEM Showa fork legs.

• Öhlins fork oil and installation tools are sold separately.

• Professional installation and proper suspension setup are recommended for optimal performance.