The TracTive X-TREME fork cartridge kit for Ducati DesertX replaces the fork internals with a closed, pressurised cartridge system for more consistent damping in mixed-terrain use. It is intended to provide a lowered front ride height for improved accessibility while maintaining controlled suspension behaviour. The sealed, gas-pressurised design helps reduce aeration and keeps damping stable over long, rough sections.

Design & features

This kit uses a complete cartridge assembly with a sealed architecture rather than relying on open-bath damping. The pressurised layout is designed to keep damping response consistent when the fork is working hard, while the lowered configuration targets easier ground reach and more manageable low-speed control.

Tuning Controls

Damping adjustment is provided for both compression and rebound. These external adjustments allow you to balance support, comfort and front-end feel across bitumen, gravel and technical off-road terrain.

Who is this for?

Suited to riders who want a reduced seat height and a more accessible front end on the Ducati DesertX, particularly for technical off-road riding, mixed-terrain travel, and situations where footing confidence matters. It also suits riders who regularly ride with varying loads and want adjustability to match conditions.

Before You Install

  • Plan your setup around the lowered front ride height and ensure the bike remains balanced front-to-rear.
  • After installation, establish baseline damping settings and then fine-tune for your usual load and terrain.
  • Confirm clearances and overall chassis geometry are suitable for your intended use after lowering.

Serviceability/Lifecycle

TracTive cartridges are designed to be serviceable and rebuildable as part of normal suspension maintenance. Routine servicing helps maintain damping consistency and preserves performance over the life of the kit.

Teknik Motorsport Pty Ltd Warranty terms for TracTive products.

This TracTive product has been assembled with the utmost care and tested according to ISO9001:2015 Quality system. In the unlikely event that the product does not fulfill your expectations because of faulty materials or manufacturing errors, please contact us through your dealer.

Teknik Motorsport Pty Ltd warrants that if, within 24 months of the date of sale the product is found to be defective as a result of manufacturing errors or faulty components, the product will be repaired free of charge by us, or by a TracTive approved repairer at our discretion.

Warranty covers the direct service material cost, service labour cost ($80/hr AUD) and shipping costs of the service partner. Other costs will be regarded on a case by case basis by Teknik Motorsport and TracTive.

 When a claim is made under the warranty, the following conditions have to be met:

  • You must have read the instructions carefully before mounting the product in the vehicle or adjusting the product.
  • The product has to be installed and adjusted as described in the instructions
  • The product must have been maintained and serviced in accordance with the recommendations in the manual. If not described in the manual, the recommended service intervals for regular street use: every 30.000 km or max 2 years, whichever is earlier.
  • Warranty shall apply only when TracTive original parts, procedures and tools have been used to service and/or repair, and if service and repair is performed by designated TracTive partners.
  • The product may not have been neglected, improperly used, altered or subjected to excessive loads. Excluded from warranty are normal wear, damage and rust.
  • A sales receipt or other proof of purchase originally eminating from Teknik Motorsport Pty Ltd. No warranty will be given on TracTive or Touratech products not purchased from or through Teknik Motorsport pty ltd.
  • Excluded from warranty are in particular products which are used in vehicles that are intended or suitable for taking part in sporting events, or have actually been used this way.
  • Recommended service interval for Motorsport applications: every season, or every 50 hours, every 10.000km or after any perceived loss in performance.
SKU 35DU21-D5314-TR
Model # 35DU21-D5314-TR
Brand TracTive Suspension
Shipping Weight 5.0000kg
Shipping Size 0.200 x 0.200 x 0.900m
Unit Of Measure Set
Type X-TREME
Format Front
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If your Motorcycle is listed below, this product will suit:

Position (Front or Rear) Front
Damping Adjustment Type Rebound & Compression
Seat Height Change (mm) Lowered -35
Spring Rate Standard 6.4 N/mm
Manufacturer Note 2 Side and/or center stand might be too long
Spring Option -2 5.6-370
Spring Option Maximum 7.2-370
Spring Option +1 6.8-370
Spring Option -1 6.0-370
Air Chamber - Off Road 95
Air Chamber - Street 100
Compression Adjuster Position 10
Cartridge Length (mm) 856.0
Spring Option +2 7.2-370
Manufacturer Note 1 Fork oil included
Damping Feature Hydraulic end-stop
Damping System Separated oil/gas
Rebound Adjuster Position 10
Spring Preload Setting 16 +12/-0
Preload Adjustment Mechanical
Spring Type Linear, included
Piston Diameter (mm) 35
Suspension Unit Type Cartridge kit
Fitted Spring 6.4-370
Notes Hydraulic end-stop
Stroke Metal to Metal (mm) 195
Type Code X-TREME

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