
The facts.
| Brand | K-Tech |
|---|---|
| Part Number | DSS-038 |
| Seal Material | NOK |
| Inner Diameter | 50.00 mm |
| Outer Diameter | 63.40 mm |
| Height (1) | 4.60 mm |
| Height (2) | 14.00 mm |
| Quantity | 2 dust seals |
| Fitment | Ducati Panigale 1199 (2012–2014) |
DescriptionThe whole story▼
Keep your Ducati Panigale 1199's forks working as they should, mile after mile. The K-Tech Dust Seals Kit DSS-038 uses NOK-quality sealing material and a precision fit engineered specifically for the 2012–2014 Panigale 1199, locking out road grime, moisture and fine dust before they ever reach the fork internals — so every ride feels as composed as the first.
Key Features
- Direct OEM-equivalent fitment for the Ducati Panigale 1199 (2012–2014) — no modification required
- Manufactured from robust NOK material, renowned for durability and long service life in demanding fork applications
- Precise dimensional tolerances (50.00 mm inner diameter, 63.40 mm outer diameter) ensure a consistent, gap-free seal
- Actively blocks dust, mud and moisture ingress, protecting the fork oil seals and stanchions against premature wear
- Kit includes two dust seals — a complete replacement for both fork legs in a single order
Fork Protection That Goes the Distance
The front fork of the Panigale 1199 is central to both its track capability and its everyday ride quality. Once dust seals begin to degrade, abrasive particles migrate past the wiper lip and accelerate wear on the oil seals beneath, leading to fork oil weeping, inconsistent damping and costly rebuilds. The K-Tech DSS-038 kit addresses this at the source: a tight-fitting dust seal with a 4.60 mm primary seal height and a 14.00 mm overall height works in tandem to strip contamination from the stanchion on every compression stroke, keeping the inner workings clean and the action smooth.
All-Day Comfort Through Consistent Fork Performance
Whether you are threading through commuter traffic or pushing hard on a favourite B-road, fork consistency is what translates into rider comfort. Degraded or incorrectly sized dust seals allow micro-contamination to build up gradually, introducing stiction and unpredictable damping that erodes confidence — and comfort — over time. Fitting a correctly dimensioned, high-grade replacement kit like the DSS-038 restores that precise, linear fork response and keeps it there, reducing the fatigue that comes from fighting a front end that no longer feels planted.
Fitment & Compatibility
This kit is designed and supplied exclusively for the following motorcycle:
- Ducati Panigale 1199 — model years 2012, 2013, 2014
Installation requires specialist tools and techniques. Fitting should be carried out by an authorised K-Tech Service Centre or a qualified suspension technician to ensure correct seating and to maintain product performance and safety.
Specifications
| Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
| Brand | K-Tech |
| Part Number | DSS-038 |
| Seal Material | NOK |
| Inner Diameter | 50.00 mm |
| Outer Diameter | 63.40 mm |
| Height (1) | 4.60 mm |
| Height (2) | 14.00 mm |
| Quantity | 2 dust seals (one per fork leg) |
| Fitment | Ducati Panigale 1199 (2012–2014) |
What's includedEverything in the box▼
- 2x dust seals
FitmentWhich bikes this fits▼
- Ducati Panigale 1199 (2012–2014)
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