Redesigned TTX Flow off-road shockCelebrating their 40th anniversary, suspension specialist Öhlins has introduced what it says is a “radical new rear shock” - the TTX Flow for dirt bikes - offering “unrivalled bike stability and traction within a full redesign”, according to the Swedish manufacturer.
The shock features new patent pending pressure technology combined with an all-new ‘spool’ check-valve system, which essentially helps the shock cope with multiple forces at once and ‘forget’ them extremely quickly, retaining chassis balance. In rider feedback this is said to have equated to vastly improved handling in whoops, braking bumps (so the rear wheel doesn’t go light) and absorbing harsh hits where the bike needs to remain settled for a large jump. Bottoming resistance is also improved through the introduction of a new bump rubber cup unit.
This new TTX Flow has had every single component fully redesigned to “make it much more rider and mechanic-friendly, for both maintenance and set-up. The spring is now extremely easy to change due to a new spring clip design, and the simple spring pre-load adjustment is more robust”. Adjustments to compression and rebound are made with a new indicator to show positioning.
The system retains Öhlins’ patented TTX (Twin Tube) technology with a 46mm piston and 16mm piston rod. There are a wide range of springs to suit rider weight and riding style. Available for all main adult MX and Enduro models.
Christopher Nilsson, Öhlins’ off-road motorcycle product specialist: “We have been working on TTX Flow for several years and are really excited to be able to launch it for our 40th anniversary. The shock has been developed to solve the many challenges with set-up trade-offs that MX riders are faced with.
“With TTX Flow, there is no need for a compromised set-up, this shock can handle everything thrown at it. We’re also proud to have designed the shock to be easier for our customers to use and service”.
ÖHLINS RACING
www.ohlins.com
