Product Details

The Riaction GT1 Coilovers for the 1985-1999 Volkswagen Golf MK2/MK3 deliver a premium, adjustable suspension upgrade built for drivers who want more from their Golf MK2 than the factory setup can offer. These Volkswagen Golf coilovers are engineered to pair street comfort with canyon and track capability, giving you the stance, handling, and adjustability you've been chasing without compromising daily driveability. Whether you track your MK2 Golf on weekends or log daily miles, this MK2 coilover kit dials in ride height and damping to match how you actually use the car.

Every GT1 set features a monotube damper with 32 levels of damping adjustment, so you can tune ride quality to match the road, the weather, or your driving mood. Full-length ride-height adjustment separates preload from ride height — meaning you can drop the Golf MK2 to the height you want while preserving spring travel and shock stroke. Riaction coilovers for the 1985-1999 Volkswagen Golf are fully rebuildable and backed by a 2-year warranty, making the GT1 a long-term suspension investment rather than a disposable upgrade.

GT1 Series Technology

  • Monotube linear damper with seamless 52mm electroplated carbon steel body
  • 32-level damping adjustment (1-Way)
  • 44mm CNC-machined 6061 aluminum high-flow piston
  • 20mm piston rod for MacPherson applications / 14mm for non-MacPherson
  • SAE9254 cold-wound linear main springs
  • Multi-thickness valving shims for consistent damping
  • Polyurethane oil seals and 7.5W suspension fluid
  • Low-gas-pressure design for improved compliance
  • Fully rebuildable — built to be serviced, not replaced

Features

  • Full-length ride-height adjustment (preload-independent)
  • 32 levels of damping adjustment
  • Optional Swift Springs upgrade (sold separately)
  • 2-year limited warranty
Specifications
Part Number VW-020-SS
Part Name Riaction GT1 Coilovers
Vehicle 1985-1999 Volkswagen Golf
Chassis Code MK2/MK3
Adjustment Type 1-Way
Ride-Height Adjustable Yes
Spring Rate - Front 6 Kg/mm
Spring Rate - Rear 5 Kg/mm
Top Mounts - Front OEM
Top Mounts - Rear OEM
Camber Plates - Front No
Camber Plates - Rear No
Suspension Design - Front True Coilover
Suspension Design - Rear True Coilover

Vehicle fitment

This product fits the vehicles listed below.

YearMakeModelDrivetrainNotes
1985VolkswagenGolfFWD
1986VolkswagenGolfFWD
1987VolkswagenGolfFWD
1988VolkswagenGolfFWD
1989VolkswagenGolfFWD
1990VolkswagenGolfFWD
1991VolkswagenGolfFWD
1992VolkswagenGolfFWD
1993VolkswagenGolfFWD
1994VolkswagenGolfFWD
1995VolkswagenGolfFWD
1996VolkswagenGolfFWD
1997VolkswagenGolfFWD
1998VolkswagenGolfFWD
1999VolkswagenGolfFWD

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