Ohlins Road & Track Coilovers – 2003-2011 Mazda RX-8

Ohlins Road & Track Coilovers – 2003-2011 Mazda RX-8

Precision Suspension for the Last of the Rotary Sports Cars
The Ohlins Road & Track Coilovers for the Mazda RX-8 bring DFV technology and monotube engineering to one of the most unique sports cars of its era. The RX-8 used a naturally aspirated 1.3-liter Renesis rotary engine, a near-50/50 weight distribution, and double-wishbone suspension at all four corners — a configuration that makes it one of the most technically interesting sports cars in its price range. That chassis responds directly to suspension quality, and Ohlins’ Road & Track system is built to make the most of it.

DETAILS

• Patented Dual Flow Valve (DFV) technology for consistent damping in both compression and rebound
• Monotube damper architecture for improved response and heat dissipation
• Height adjustable via strut body, not spring perch, for more precise ride height tuning
• 20+ click adjustable damping range for road and track configurations
• Inverted front strut design for reduced unsprung weight and improved steering feel
• Aluminum shock bodies for lightweight construction and improved cooling
• Rebuildable and serviceable by Ohlins dealers
• ISO 9227 corrosion salt spray tested
• Compatible with OEM top mounts
• Dustcovers and spring preload adjuster included
• All necessary hardware and ride height adjustment tool included
• Two-year warranty

DFV Technology and the RX-8’s Four-Wheel Double-Wishbone Chassis
The RX-8 is one of the few cars at its price point to use double-wishbone suspension at all four corners, which makes it uniquely responsive to damper quality across the entire chassis. Ohlins’ Dual Flow Valve ensures each damper responds consistently in both compression and rebound, so all four wheels return to the road surface with controlled precision. On a car with the RX-8’s near-perfect weight distribution, that consistency across all four corners translates directly into predictable, balanced handling at the limit. The monotube design manages heat better than conventional twin-tube alternatives during sustained track use — important for a car that encourages high-rev, high-pace driving.

Adjustability That Respects the RX-8’s Balance
Strut body ride height adjustment preserves the RX-8’s double-wishbone geometry across the full adjustment range, which matters when you are trying to optimize chassis balance rather than just lower the car. The 20+ click damping adjuster allows independent height and damping tuning for precise chassis setup. Spring preload and bleed adjustment add further depth for drivers building the car for track events or autocross. All hardware and a ride height adjustment tool are included.

A Long-Term Investment in an Increasingly Rare Car
The RX-8 is an increasingly sought-after sports car, and the Ohlins Road & Track system is built with the long-term serviceability that matters for a car worth keeping. Aluminum shock bodies reduce weight and manage heat, the rebuildable design supports servicing through the Ohlins dealer network, and ISO 9227 corrosion testing ensures durability. The two-year warranty covers the system from installation.

Why Choose Ohlins

Ohlins has been engineering suspension systems for motorsport at the highest levels since 1976, supplying teams in MotoGP, Formula 1, and World Rally Championship. That racing heritage is not just marketing — it is reflected in the materials, tolerances, and engineering decisions that go into every Road & Track unit. The DFV technology, the rebuildable monotube architecture, and the corrosion testing standards are all direct products of Ohlins’ competition experience applied to street and track use. When you put Ohlins under your car, you are getting a product validated under conditions far more demanding than anything most owners will ever encounter.

The RallySport Take

The RX-8 is a driver’s car that rewards chassis investment more than most, and the Ohlins Road & Track system is the suspension upgrade that takes full advantage of its unique four-wheel double-wishbone platform. DFV technology and precise adjustment capability give you tools to set up the RX-8’s chassis properly — not just lower it. If you are building your RX-8 for track use, autocross, or just want to drive one of the last great rotary sports cars at its best, this is the suspension we would put on it.

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