Screamin’ Eagle Softail Suspension

Now you can experience the ultimate in handling and ride quality with this Screamin’ Eagle®/Öhlins® Double Cartridge Fork Kit. Converts the Original Equipment front suspension with high-performance components from the suspension experts at Öhlins®. Provides superior ride quality and adjustability to match your riding style. Set the sag with the adjustable preload then fine tune the response with adjustable compression and rebound damping. Screamin’ Eagle Softail Suspension

• External adjustment for compression, rebound damping and preload

• Compression in the left leg

• Rebound in the right leg

• Easy to dial up performance adjustments based on riding style and weight of rider and gear

• Fully serviceable and repairable by Öhlins®

• Kit includes left and right cartridge, springs and oil

• Installation tools sold separately

• Installation by authorized Harley-Davidson dealer highly recommended due to required specialty tools

Fits ’18-Later Softail models with inverted front forks. Does not fit FXDR114 models. Installation by authorized Harley-Davidson dealer highly recommended due to required specialty tools.

Screamin’ Eagle Softail Suspension

The Screamin’ Eagle Softail Suspension Tuned by Öhlins Front Kit (Part No. 45400355) is a premium front suspension upgrade designed to transform the ride, handling, and rider confidence of ’18-later Harley-Davidson Softail motorcycles equipped with inverted front forks. Developed as part of Harley-Davidson’s Screamin’ Eagle performance parts lineup in collaboration with Öhlins®, a world-renowned suspension specialist, this kit replaces the stock front fork internals with a fully tunable double cartridge damping system engineered to significantly elevate both comfort and control.(Harley-Davidson) Screamin’ Eagle Softail Suspension

Advanced Suspension Performance

At the heart of the kit are the Öhlins-designed cartridges, which provide a double cartridge damping configuration far superior to typical stock fork components. This design separates the damping function into two internal cartridges — one in each fork leg — each precisely tuned to enhance how the fork reacts to varying road conditions. Riders benefit from improved compliance over bumps and improved stability under hard braking and cornering, delivering a sportier, more confident feel compared to original equipment.(Harley-Davidson)

One of the standout features of this front kit is its external adjustability. Riders can independently tweak:

• Preload – to set sag based on rider weight and load
• Compression damping – on the left fork leg
• Rebound damping – on the right fork leg

This adjustability allows riders to fine-tune suspension behavior to match their preferred riding style and road conditions, whether cruising solo, two-up touring, or riding with luggage.(Harley-Davidson)

High-Quality Components and Serviceability

The kit comes complete with left and right cartridges, high-quality springs, oil, and installation instructions — everything needed to upgrade the front suspension internals. Because the components offer precision damping and engineered performance, the system is fully serviceable and repairable by Öhlins, allowing long-term use and maintenance to keep performance optimized.(Harley-Davidson) Screamin’ Eagle Softail Suspension

Unlike simpler cartridge upgrades, the Screamin’ Eagle/Öhlins kit encourages ongoing tuning and adjustment. Riders can continually refine settings as their riding habits, load, or road surfaces change — a major advantage for riders who demand both comfort and control.(Harley-Davidson)

Fitment and Installation

This suspension kit fits ’18-later Softail models that use inverted front forks — a setup found on many modern Softail bikes. However, it does not fit FXDR114 models, which have a different front suspension architecture. Because installing this kind of upgrade requires specialty tools, Harley-Davidson strongly recommends that installation be performed by an authorized dealer or qualified technician to ensure correct setup and safe operation.(Harley-Davidson)

Maintenance recommendations specify that these high-performance components be serviced approximately every 18 ,600 miles (30 ,000 km) or every three years to maintain peak performance and component life.(Harley-Davidson) Screamin’ Eagle Softail Suspension

Ride Quality Impact

In practical terms, riders upgrading to this Screamin’ Eagle/Öhlins kit will notice several key improvements over stock suspension:

• Smoother response to road imperfections, reducing rider fatigue on longer rides.(Harley-Davidson)
• More controlled fork action under braking and acceleration, which improves stability.(Harley-Davidson)
• Enhanced steering feel, giving a more planted, predictable front end.(Harley-Davidson)

These benefits make the kit a compelling choice for riders looking to elevate the performance of their Softail — not just cosmetically, but in fundamental ride dynamics. It bridges the gap between everyday comfort and enthusiast-level handling without sacrificing the classic Harley riding experience.(Harley-Davidson) Screamin’ Eagle Softail Suspension