The Ohlins STX 36 Blackline rear shock is designed as a suspension upgrade for the Vespa Sprint 150 ABS, focusing on controlled damping and consistent support. It combines a classic external finish with modern internal valving to improve stability and ride comfort. This unit is built to be tunable, so you can match the feel to your load, roads and riding style.

Ohlins | Made to race, perfected to ride

Ohlins shocks are developed with a clear engineering focus: predictable damping behaviour, repeatable adjustment, and serviceable construction. The STX 36 platform is widely used across street applications where comfort and control both matter. The Blackline finish suits builds where appearance is part of the brief, without compromising function.

Shock design & features

  • STX 36 rear shock architecture.
  • Oil and gas are separated to help maintain damping consistency during use.
  • Blackline styling intended to complement classic and custom scooter builds.

Tuning controls

  • Spring preload adjustment to set ride height and support for rider/passenger/load.
  • Rebound damping adjustment to control how quickly the shock extends after a bump.
  • Compression damping adjustment to tune firmness and bump absorption on impacts.

Base setup (factory preset)

This shock is supplied with an Ohlins baseline setting intended as a starting point. From there, adjust preload first for correct support, then refine rebound and compression to suit your roads and preference. Small changes with test rides between adjustments will help you find a balanced setting.

Before you install

  • Confirm fitment for Vespa Sprint 150 ABS and check that the mounting hardware and clearances match your scooter.
  • Inspect bearings/bushings and mounting points before installation, as worn mounts can mask suspension improvements.
  • After installation, re-check fasteners and verify that the shock moves freely through its travel without interference.

Serviceability/lifecycle

This Ohlins unit is built to be maintained rather than treated as disposable. Periodic servicing helps keep damping performance consistent and extends component life, especially if the scooter is used in wet or dusty conditions or carries extra load frequently.

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 PI812
Model # S36PC1 (B)
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
Shock Length Eye to Eye (mm) 389.5
Spring Rate Standard 19.8 - 28.2N/mm Progressive
Type Code S36PC1 (B)
Stroke Metal to Metal (mm) 87.5
Product Family STX 36 Blackline
Fitted Spring 60001-18

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