The Ohlins YA797 STX 46 Street rear shock is built for Yamaha T-MAX riders who want more control and consistency from the rear suspension in real-world street use. It uses a gas-pressurised damping system to help maintain stable performance as conditions change. The design supports predictable chassis behaviour under acceleration, braking and mid-corner loads.

Ohlins | Made to race, perfected to ride

Ohlins street suspension takes lessons from competition engineering and applies them to everyday riding requirements. The focus is on repeatable damping behaviour, reliable build quality and tuneability that makes sense for road kilometres. This unit is part of the STX 46 Street family.

Who this shock is for

Suited to T-MAX owners chasing improved rear-end stability and clearer feedback when the pace lifts. Ideal if you want a more controlled ride over mixed surfaces while keeping the scooter balanced through direction changes. Also relevant for riders who carry varying loads and want the ability to tune the feel.

Shock design & features

This is a gas-pressurised rear shock with separated oil and gas to support consistent damping behaviour. It is designed as a rear mono shock application for the T-MAX platform. Fitment notes indicate compatibility with both T-MAX 535 and T-MAX 560.

Tuning controls

The YA797 provides external damping adjustments for rebound and compression, allowing you to tailor response to your road conditions and riding style. Independent adjusters make it easier to isolate changes, so you can add support without losing compliance, or slow the return stroke without over-stiffening the ride.

Before you install

• Confirm model and year compatibility for your Yamaha T-MAX, noting this unit is listed to suit both 535 and 560 variants.
• Set sag and verify spring preload after installation, then fine-tune rebound and compression in small steps.
• Inspect linkage/bushings and mounting hardware condition so the shock can work as intended.

Serviceability/lifecycle

Like performance suspension, this shock is intended to be maintained. Periodic servicing helps keep damping consistent and extends component life, especially if the scooter sees frequent wet weather, rough roads or higher loads.