TK Dischi Freno SSP 5.5 Brake Disc Kit for Suzuki GSX-R 1000 (2017-2023)

Race-derived technology does not have to mean compromise on daily usability. The TK Dischi Freno SSP 5.5 brake disc kit brings the thermal management and fade resistance developed through MotoGP and WSBK competition directly to your Suzuki GSX-R 1000 — delivering reassuring, consistent stopping power whether you are commuting, canyon carving, or heading to a track day.

Key Features

• Reduced rotating mass compared to standard discs, improving steering response and overall handling feel on the road and circuit alike.
• Precision drilling pattern engineered for even heat distribution, minimising brake fade during extended hard riding.
• Advanced rotor geometry that reduces brake pad wear without sacrificing braking performance, lowering long-term running costs.
• Smooth, progressive bite in all conditions, including wet roads — confidence-inspiring for everyday commuting as much as spirited riding.
• Available in four anodised finishes — hard-anodised, black, red, and blue — to complement your GSX-R 1000's livery.
• Italian craftsmanship using certified, high-grade materials refined through top-level motorsport programmes.

Performance & Build Quality

TK Dischi Freno developed the SSP 5.5 series with a 5.5 mm disc thickness and a friction ring width of 34 mm, striking a balance between structural rigidity and weight reduction that pays dividends on fast public roads. The 320 mm diameter is the direct OEM-replacement fit for the GSX-R 1000; an optional 330 mm upgrade is also available for riders seeking greater thermal capacity at circuit level.

The drilling technology is not merely cosmetic. Each aperture is placed to aid gas and debris evacuation while maintaining adequate pad contact area, extending pad service intervals and keeping bite consistent lap after lap. Because the kit supplies both a left and a right disc, replacing the front axle assembly in one session is straightforward — no mismatched wear rates, no sourcing parts piecemeal.

Everyday Value

Where many race-spec components demand frequent inspection and specialist bedding procedures, the SSP 5.5 discs are designed for straightforward fitment and a normal road bedding cycle. Longer pad life means fewer consumable costs over a season, and the hard-anodised or colour-anodised carriers resist corrosion in wet northern European conditions far better than untreated aluminium. The four finish options also mean you can match the disc carrier to the colour scheme of your wheels or bodywork without paying a premium for a purely cosmetic upgrade.

Fitment & Compatibility

This kit is designed and confirmed to fit the following motorcycle:

• Suzuki GSX-R 1000 — model years 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023

Part Numbers by Finish

• Hard-anodised: S05EL_S05ER_SSP_ha
• Black: S05EL_S05ER_SSP_b
• Red: S05EL_S05ER_SSP_r
• Blue: S05EL_S05ER_SSP_bl

Specifications