Do these Öhlins Road & Track coilovers fit the Mazda RX-8?

Yes. The Öhlins Road & Track coilovers are designed specifically for the Mazda RX-8. Contact Bulletproof Automotive before ordering to confirm fitment for your specific build or regional variant.

How does the DFV adjustment work on the Mazda RX-8 coilover kit?

The Dual Flow Valve (DFV) uses a single gold knob on each damper. Turning it clockwise engages race mode, adjusting low-speed compression, high-speed compression, low-speed rebound, and high-speed rebound all at once. Turning it back returns the damper to road mode. No tools are required for the adjustment.

What is the ride height adjustment range for these coilovers?

The front dampers offer approximately 20 to 50 mm of lowering adjustment. The rear dampers offer approximately 25 to 50 mm. Each corner uses a separate damper length adjuster alongside a spring preload adjuster, so ride height and spring load can be set independently of one another.

Do these coilovers require new top mounts?

The front assembly includes aluminum ball joint top mounts. The rear is designed to use the original Mazda top mounts, so no rear top mount purchase is required for a standard installation.

What are the spring rates on the Öhlins Mazda RX-8 coilover kit?

The front spring rate is 80 N/mm and the rear spring rate is 40 N/mm. The softer rear rate supports the RX-8's weight distribution and rear axle compliance, keeping the car balanced and communicative through corners on both road and track.

Can these dampers be rebuilt after extended track use?

Yes. Every damper in the Öhlins Road & Track kit for Mazda RX-8 is fully rebuildable. This allows for servicing after heavy use and makes custom tuning possible for drivers who want to optimize the setup for a specific track or driving style.

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Öhlins DFV Road & Track Coilovers for SE3P Mazda RX-8

The Öhlins Road & Track coilovers for Mazda RX-8 are built for one of the most distinctively engineered sports cars Mazda ever produced. The RX-8 carries a naturally aspirated rotary engine, a near-perfect weight distribution, and a chassis that was designed from the outset to be rewarding at the limit. This kit gives that chassis the damping capability to match its potential, delivering circuit-level suspension control without disrupting the balance and feel the RX-8 is known for.

How the DFV System Works

Öhlins’ Dual Flow Valve (DFV) technology handles the transition between road and race damping with a single adjustment. Turning the gold knob clockwise engages race mode across all four damping zones at once: low-speed compression, high-speed compression, low-speed rebound, and high-speed rebound. Reverse it and the damper returns to a relaxed road setting. No tools, no separate adjustments per corner. On track, the DFV internals respond quickly to surface changes, keeping tires loaded through corners and stable under braking. The RX-8’s rear-wheel-drive layout and balanced weight distribution make it particularly responsive to damping changes; this kit keeps the car planted and predictable at the limit while sharpening the precision that makes the RX-8 such an engaging car to drive at pace. Off track, the same system softens its response and filters road imperfections without the harshness that typically follows a performance spring rate setup.

Suspension Specs and Adjustment Range

Both the front and rear use aluminum monotube shock absorbers, keeping unsprung weight low across both axles and improving response through direction changes. Each corner includes a spring preload adjuster and a separate damper length adjuster, so ride height and spring load are set independently rather than as a combined adjustment. Front lowering range runs approximately 20 to 50mm with an 80N/mm spring rate, and the front uses aluminum ball joint top mounts. Rear lowering range runs approximately 25 to 50mm with a 40N/mm spring rate, retaining the original Mazda top mounts. The softer rear spring rate is well matched to the RX-8’s weight distribution and rear axle compliance requirements, keeping the rear end settled and communicative through corners rather than skipping over surface changes. The 1-way 25-click adjuster covers both compression and rebound across all four corners, giving enough resolution to meaningfully tune the feel of the car between road and track use without overcomplicating the process.

Features

DFV technology (Dual Flow Valve)
Broad, 20-click damping adjustment
Individual height adjustment
Rebuildable dampers for custom tuning
Corrosion salt spray tested (ISO 9227)
2-year warranty
TÜV approved

Specifications

Front
- Aluminum monotube shock absorber
- Spring preload adjuster
- Separate damper length adjuster
- Approximately 20-50mm lowering adjustment range
- 80N/mm spring rate
- Aluminum ball joint top mounts

Rear
- Aluminum monotube shock absorber
- Spring preload adjuster
- Separate damper length adjuster
- Approximately 25-50mm lowering adjustment range
- 40N/mm spring rate
- Uses original top mounts

Applications

Mazda RX-8: SE3P | 2003-2011

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Frequently Asked Questions

Do these Öhlins Road & Track coilovers fit the Mazda RX-8? Yes. The Öhlins Road & Track coilovers are designed specifically for the Mazda RX-8. Contact Bulletproof Automotive before ordering to confirm fitment for your specific build or regional variant.
How does the DFV adjustment work on the Mazda RX-8 coilover kit? The Dual Flow Valve (DFV) uses a single gold knob on each damper. Turning it clockwise engages race mode, adjusting low-speed compression, high-speed compression, low-speed rebound, and high-speed rebound all at once. Turning it back returns the damper to road mode. No tools are required for the adjustment.
What is the ride height adjustment range for these coilovers? The front dampers offer approximately 20 to 50mm of lowering adjustment. The rear dampers offer approximately 25 to 50mm. Each corner uses a separate damper length adjuster alongside a spring preload adjuster, so ride height and spring load can be set independently of one another.
Do these coilovers require new top mounts? The front assembly includes aluminum ball joint top mounts. The rear is designed to use the original Mazda top mounts, so no rear top mount purchase is required for a standard installation.
What are the spring rates on the Öhlins Mazda RX-8 coilover kit? The front spring rate is 80N/mm and the rear spring rate is 40N/mm. The softer rear rate supports the RX-8’s weight distribution and rear axle compliance, keeping the car balanced and communicative through corners on both road and track.
Can these dampers be rebuilt after extended track use? Yes. Every damper in the Öhlins Road & Track kit for Mazda RX-8 is fully rebuildable. This allows for servicing after heavy use and makes custom tuning possible for drivers who want to optimize the setup for a specific track or driving style.

About Ohlins

For nearly 50 years, Öhlins has been a cornerstone of the motorsport, motorcycle, and automotive industries, guided by a clear mission to deliver uncompromising quality in products, service, and support from the MotoGP circuit to grassroots racing events in over 50 distributing countries. Trusted by aftermarket customers, OEM partners, and professional racing teams, the company designs and manufactures advanced suspension systems that push the limits of precision, control, and reliability. Rooted in a rich motorsport heritage and driven by a passion for innovation, Öhlins extends beyond its racing DNA to inspire riders and drivers everywhere with high-performance solutions that are rigorously developed, tested, and refined to transform vehicle dynamics. Through close collaboration with leading manufacturers and racing teams, the company sets the benchmark for suspension performance, integrating insights directly into its shock absorbers, front forks, steering dampers, and advanced electronic suspension systems for both OEM and aftermarket applications. Its products deliver track-proven performance with minimal modification, enabling professional competitors, enthusiasts, and everyday drivers to achieve greater comfort, control, and confidence.

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