The Tractive X-CITE shock for the Ducati DesertX is a closed, pressurised 46 mm rear shock designed to deliver consistent damping through a sealed, oil/gas-separated internal layout. It uses a remote reservoir and includes a coil spring. Damping adjustment is focused on rebound, allowing you to fine-tune control without added complexity.

Design & features

  • Closed, pressurised shock architecture for stable damping and reduced fade under sustained use
  • Oil/gas separation via an internal separation piston
  • Remote reservoir (hose-mounted) configuration
  • Supplied with spring

Tuning Controls

  • Rebound damping adjustment

Base Setup (factory preset)

The shock is supplied with a standard baseline tune intended to work as a starting point for typical mixed-use riding. Final setup should be confirmed with sag and rebound feel checks once installed.

Who is this for?

  • Riders who want a quality, pressurised rear shock with straightforward tuning
  • DesertX owners looking to tailor rebound control for load, terrain, and riding style

Before You Install

  • Confirm model compatibility for your specific Ducati DesertX variant before fitting
  • Set rider sag after installation and re-check after initial rides
  • Inspect clearance and routing for the remote reservoir hose during installation

Serviceability/Lifecycle

As a sealed, pressurised shock with a separated gas chamber, the unit is designed to be serviceable and maintain damping consistency over time. Regular servicing intervals depend on use conditions (dust, heat, and extended rough-road riding can shorten service life).

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-R1506-TR
Model # 46DU21-R1506-TR
Barcode # 46DU21R1506TR
Brand TracTive Suspension
Shipping Weight 5.0000kg
Shipping Size 0.200 x 0.200 x 0.400m
Unit Of Measure ea
Type X-CITE
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If your Motorcycle is listed below, this product will suit:

Position (Front or Rear) Rear
Damping Adjustment Type Rebound
Shock Options - Hydraulic Preload Adjuster Hydraulic with knob
Seat Height Change (mm) Standard Height
Shock Length Eye to Eye (mm) 350.0
Spring Rate Standard 85 N/mm
Type Code X-CITE
Stroke Metal to Metal (mm) 96.0
Fitted Spring 85-205

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