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| Brand | K-Tech |
|---|---|
| Model | DDS Lite |
| Part Number | 245-013-150-010 |
| Fitment | Kawasaki ZX-6R 636 (2013–2026) |
| Spring Series | 55-155 |
| Eye-to-Eye Length | 340 mm (tolerance -3 / +3 mm) |
| Stroke | 62 mm |
| Adjustability | 4-way: compression, rebound, manual preload, length |
| RCU Body Diameter | 35 mm |
DescriptionThe whole story▼
Engineered for riders who demand all-day comfort without sacrificing precision, the K-Tech DDS Lite shock absorber transforms the chassis behaviour of the Kawasaki ZX-6R 636 across its full 2013–2026 production run. Sharing the same high-grade internal components as the DDS Pro, it delivers genuinely professional suspension performance in a package that invites daily road use just as readily as a weekend on track.
Key Features
- 4-way adjustability — compression, rebound, manual preload and length — lets you dial the ride to your weight, riding style and road conditions with real precision
- 32 clicks of compression damping adjustment for fine, repeatable tuning across a wide range of surfaces
- 32 clicks of rebound damping adjustment to maintain tyre contact and composure under braking and through fast direction changes
- Manual spring preload adjustment adapts the unit to different rider weights and pillion or luggage loads
- Length adjustment refines chassis geometry — raising or lowering the rear to suit track setup or road preference
- CNC-machined components throughout ensure dimensional accuracy, long service life and resistance to fatigue under sustained load
- DDS technology with integrated potentiometer mounting points — ready to accept data-logging hardware without modification
- Upgradeable from Lite to full Pro specification at any K-Tech service centre, protecting your investment as your needs evolve
All-Day Comfort Meets Track-Ready Control
The DDS Lite occupies a thoughtful middle ground in the K-Tech range. By retaining the shared internals of the DDS Pro while omitting the hydraulic preload adjuster and bypass valve, K-Tech keeps the price accessible without compromising the damping quality that makes the platform exceptional. The result is a shock absorber that feels composed and planted on a long motorway stint, yet responds with the immediacy and feedback a rider needs the moment a favourite B-road or circuit pitlane opens up.
The 55-155 spring series covers a broad selection of spring rates, so you can specify the unit precisely to your weight rather than accepting a compromise. Recommended baseline settings — 8 compression clicks, 8 rebound clicks and 10 mm of preload — give an immediately liveable starting point from which personal fine-tuning is both intuitive and rewarding.
Build Quality
Every DDS Lite unit is built around a 35 mm body housing a 12 mm shaft, CNC-machined from high-grade aluminium and steel for the kind of dimensional consistency that makes repeated adjustment clicks feel positive and reliable. The 62 mm stroke is matched precisely to the ZX-6R's linkage geometry, and the ±3 mm SKU tolerance on the 340 mm eye-to-eye length accounts for real-world manufacturing variation in the bike's mounting hardware. Both upper and lower mounts are eye-type, 30 mm wide, accepting a 10 mm bolt — a direct, no-adapter fitment on every year of the supported range.
Fitment & Compatibility
The K-Tech DDS Lite 245-013-150-010 is a direct, bolt-on replacement shock absorber for the following motorcycle:
- Kawasaki ZX-6R 636 — model years 2013 to 2026
Installation requires specialist tools and techniques. For maximum safety and optimal performance, K-Tech recommends fitment by an authorised K-Tech Service Centre.
Specifications
| Part Number | 245-013-150-010 |
|---|---|
| Spring Series | 55-155 |
| Eye-to-Eye Length | 340 mm (tolerance -3 / +3 mm) |
| Stroke | 62 mm |
| Force | 110 N / 5.00 bar |
| Upper Mount | Eye | width 30 mm | bolt diameter 10 mm |
| Lower Mount | Eye | width 30 mm | bolt diameter 10 mm |
| Compression Clicks (recommended) | 8 |
| Rebound Clicks (recommended) | 8 |
| Preload (recommended) | 10 mm |
| RCU Adjustment Range | 4 mm |
| RCU Body Diameter | 35 mm |
| RCU Shaft Diameter | 12 mm |
FitmentWhich bikes this fits▼
- Kawasaki ZX-6R 636 (2013–2026)
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