The Ohlins BM460 STX 46 Street rear shock is built for the BMW R nineT and R nineT Pure, focusing on controlled damping and consistent feel on real roads. It uses a pressurised damping design to help maintain stability when conditions or pace change. Adjustments are provided to tailor the shock to rider preference and typical load.

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Ohlins STX Street shocks are developed from the same engineering approach used across the brand’s performance programs, with an emphasis on predictable chassis behaviour and repeatable tuning. For the R nineT platform, the aim is improved control through the stroke without compromising day-to-day ride quality.

Shock design & features

This is a pressurised rear mono shock that uses separated oil and gas to support consistent damping performance. The STX architecture is intended to deliver stable damping characteristics and clear feedback as the suspension works through bumps, braking loads and cornering forces.

Tuning controls

The BM460 provides external adjustments for compression damping and rebound damping, allowing you to balance support and comfort for your tyres, surfaces and riding style. Spring preload adjustment is also provided to set ride height and sag correctly for rider weight and any regular luggage or passenger use.

Base setup (factory preset)

The shock is supplied with an Ohlins baseline setting as a starting point. From there, fine-tuning is typically done by first setting sag with preload, then refining rebound for control after bumps, and compression for support under braking and corner entry.

Before you install

  • Confirm fitment for your exact BMW R nineT / R nineT Pure variant and model year before installation.
  • Inspect linkage bearings and mounting hardware condition during fitment, as worn components can mask the benefit of a new shock.
  • After installation, re-check fastener torque and sag once the bike has settled.

Serviceability/lifecycle

Ohlins shocks are designed to be serviced, with internal components intended for periodic maintenance to keep damping performance consistent over time. Regular servicing helps maintain oil condition, seal integrity and adjustment accuracy.

Öhlins Motorcycle Suspension Warranty

New Öhlins motorcycle shock absorbers, front forks and cartridge kits supplied by Teknik Motorsport are covered by the applicable Öhlins manufacturer’s warranty against defects in materials and workmanship.

Teknik Motorsport is an authorised Öhlins Service Centre and administers warranty claims in accordance with the Öhlins warranty conditions. The service intervals below form part of the maintenance requirements for Öhlins products supplied and supported by Teknik Motorsport.

This warranty is in addition to the consumer guarantees that apply under the Australian Consumer Law.

  • Registered motorcycles — non-competition road use Five years, subject to correct application, installation, setup and servicing every: 20,000 km or two years, whichever occurs first.
  • Registered motorcycles — adventure and light off-road use Five years, subject to correct application, spring rate, setup and servicing every: 10,000 km or annually, whichever occurs first.
  • Unregistered or competition motorcycles Two years for eligible Öhlins MX and Enduro products, subject to inspection every ten hours and servicing every: 30 operating hours or annually, whichever occurs first.

Compliance with the applicable service interval is a condition of the Öhlins manufacturer’s warranty. Evidence of servicing may be required when a warranty claim is assessed.

A seal leak, loss of damping performance or internal wear arising after the prescribed service interval has been exceeded will be treated as a service or maintenance issue rather than a manufacturing defect.

Warranty repairs

Öhlins suspension products are designed to be serviced and repaired. Where a warranty claim is approved, the normal remedy is repair of the customer’s original suspension unit using genuine Öhlins replacement parts.

Replacement of a complete shock absorber, fork or cartridge kit is not automatic and would normally occur only where the product has suffered a manufacturing failure that cannot reasonably be repaired. This is at Ohlins discretion. 

Öhlins spare parts and service kits

Öhlins spare parts, seals, bushes, service kits, springs, fluids and individual components are covered only against defects present when supplied.

No fixed age-based warranty applies to wear items, service parts or consumable components. Wear, deterioration, contamination, incorrect installation and damage caused by another component are not manufacturing defects.

Öhlins gives the customer a meaningful five-year warranty on products (Units), provided the suspension is maintained as suspension should be maintained. Teknik supports that warranty locally, can inspect the product properly, and can repair it with genuine parts rather than discarding it.

SKU BM460
Model # S46PR1C1LB
Brand Ohlins
Shipping Weight 5.0000kg
Shipping Size 0.300 x 0.300 x 0.500m
Type Units
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Position (Front or Rear) Rear Mono
Shock Length Eye to Eye (mm) 368.0 +7/-5
Spring Rate Standard 160.0 N/mm
Type Code S46PR1C1LB
Stroke Metal to Metal (mm) 46.5
Product Family STX 46 Street
Fitted Spring 01093-64
Spring Colour Yellow
Rec. Ohlins Oil 01309-

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