The TracTive X-TREME Shock for Ducati DesertX is a 46 mm rear shock built around a closed, pressurised design with separated oil and gas to help maintain consistent damping. It uses an external reservoir and is configured with a spring and hydraulic preload adjustment. Compared with a stock-length-style fitment, this unit includes a ride height adjustment range, allowing you to fine-tune chassis attitude without changing spring preload.

Design & features

  • Closed, pressurised shock design with separated oil and gas for stable damping behaviour.
  • External reservoir layout to support thermal stability during sustained use.
  • Includes spring and hydraulic preload adjuster for practical load and sag changes.
  • Ride height adjustment built in for chassis balance tuning.

Tuning Controls

  • Triple-adjustable damping: rebound, plus two compression circuits.
  • Hydraulic preload adjustment for quick spring preload changes.
  • Ride height adjustment to fine-tune rear ride height independently of preload.

Base Setup (factory preset)

This shock is supplied with a baseline setup from TracTive. Fine-tuning is typically done after setting rider sag and confirming the intended load (solo, luggage, or passenger) so the damping adjustments can be used effectively.

Before You Install

  • Confirm your exact DesertX model and build details match the intended application.
  • Plan to set sag after installation; preload changes affect ride height and handling balance.
  • If you use luggage or carry a passenger regularly, note your typical load so preload and damping can be set appropriately.

Serviceability/Lifecycle

As a closed, pressurised shock with oil/gas separation, this unit is designed to be serviceable and to maintain consistent performance over time when maintained. Service intervals depend on use conditions such as dust, water crossings, and sustained heat from long rides.

Is It Right For You?

This configuration suits riders who want broad adjustability and the practicality of hydraulic preload for changing loads. If you prefer a simpler set-and-forget setup, consider whether you will use the full range of damping adjustment before choosing a triple-adjustable shock.

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 46DU21-T5107-TR
Model # 46DU21-T5107-TR
Barcode # 46DU21T5107TR
Brand TracTive Suspension
Shipping Weight 5.0000kg
Shipping Size 0.200 x 0.200 x 0.400m
Unit Of Measure ea
Type X-TREME
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If your Motorcycle is listed below, this product will suit:

Position (Front or Rear) Rear
Damping Adjustment Type Rebound & Compression High + Low Speed
Seat Height Change (mm) Raised +30
Shock Length Eye to Eye (mm) 361.0
Spring Rate Standard 85 N/mm
Type Code X-TREME
Stroke Metal to Metal (mm) 102.0
Notes PDSII anti-bottoming
Fitted Spring 85-235

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