KYB 341170 Suspension Strut - Rear

KYB Excel-G Rear Strut for Mazda RX-7

The KYB Excel-G 341170 is a rear suspension strut for 1993-1995 Mazda RX-7 models with electronically-adjustable suspension excluded. Built on KYB OE production lines, it is calibrated to restore original ride control, stability, braking response, and handling balance.

For Mazda RX-7 owners looking for an OE-style rear strut replacement, the Excel-G line focuses on returning the vehicle to its designed suspension behavior rather than changing ride characteristics. Part number 341170 is a direct-fit suspension strut for the rear position on the listed applications.

Key Features

• Fits 1993-1995 Mazda RX-7, rear
• OE-style replacement from KYB Excel-G
• Nitrogen gas-charged twin-tube design
• Triple-lip fluid seal helps reduce oil and gas leakage
• Vehicle-specific, hand-assembled damping valves manage tire contact, steering response, and body movement
• Strong strut body and bracket design helps minimize flex and maintain alignment
• R-stop design included
• Part number 341170

Product Details

KYB Excel-G struts are built to restore the suspension performance the vehicle was originally designed to deliver. This rear strut for the Mazda RX-7 uses OE-quality components and KYB calibration to support consistent damping, stable lane changes, and predictable braking behavior. The Excel-G line is commonly selected by technicians who want original ride control without altering the vehicle’s intended handling balance. Part number 341170 is also referenced as a rear replacement for the 1993-1995 Mazda RX-7 application.

This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application.

What It Helps Address

• Excessive rear-end bounce or oscillation
• Loose or unstable handling in turns and lane changes
• Reduced braking stability caused by worn suspension damping
• Uneven tire contact from weakened strut control
• Suspension noise or fluid leakage associated with worn struts

Installation Notes and Tips

Compatible With 1993-1995 Mazda RX-7 rear suspension applications listed above. Verify that the vehicle is not equipped with electronically-adjustable suspension before ordering. Inspect related suspension components, alignment settings, and mounting points during replacement to help restore proper ride control. Confirm the upper and lower mount types match the vehicle’s original configuration before installation.

Quality Assurance

KYB supplies shocks and struts to new vehicle manufacturers, and the Excel-G line is produced on the same KYB OE assembly lines using OE-quality components. The design is intended to restore original suspension performance for the Mazda RX-7 application covered by part number 341170.