
The facts.
| Brand | K-Tech |
|---|---|
| Part Number | GBS-019 |
| Inner Diameter | 43.00 mm |
| Outer Diameter | 47.00 mm |
| Height | 15.00 mm |
| Wall Thickness | 2.00 mm |
| Material | Hardened steel with copper coating and PTFE contact surface |
| Quantity | 2 slide bushes per kit |
| Fitment | Ducati Panigale 1199 S/R (2012–2017) |
DescriptionThe whole story▼
Keeping your Ducati Panigale 1199 S/R's fork action smooth and precise starts with quality internals, and the K-Tech GBS-019 slide bush kit delivers exactly that at a sensible price. Machined to OEM dimensions, this two-piece set slots straight in during routine fork servicing to restore slick, friction-free travel and extend the working life of your suspension.
Key Features
- Direct OEM replacement — engineered to original Ducati Panigale 1199 S/R specifications for a straightforward, no-compromise swap
- Hardened steel core with copper coating provides the structural rigidity and corrosion resistance needed for long service intervals
- PTFE contact surface dramatically reduces stiction, giving the fork a noticeably smoother and more responsive initial stroke
- Supplied as a complete pair so both legs are renewed in a single service, maintaining balanced damping across the front end
- Precise 43/47 mm bore and OD keep the inner and outer fork tubes perfectly aligned, preserving steering accuracy
Build Quality and Everyday Usability
The GBS-019 is the sort of part that repays its modest cost many times over. By combining a hardened steel body, a copper intermediate layer and a low-friction PTFE running face, K-Tech has produced a slide bush that wears more slowly than many stock items and requires less frequent replacement. On a road-going Panigale 1199 that sees regular use across varying conditions, that translates directly into fewer strip-downs, lower long-term maintenance spend and a fork that continues to feel fluid rather than notchy between services.
Performance on Road and Track
Worn slide bushes are one of the most underdiagnosed causes of vague front-end feel. Even minor play in the bush allows the inner tube to deflect laterally under braking and cornering loads, introducing a subtle imprecision that can erode rider confidence. Fitting fresh GBS-019 bushes restores the tight tolerances the Öhlins-derived fork was designed around, so trail-braking into corners and mid-corner feedback both sharpen up noticeably. Whether the 1199 S or R is used on track days or daily commutes, the improvement is felt immediately.
Fitment and Compatibility
This kit is compatible exclusively with the S and R variants of the Ducati Panigale 1199 produced between 2012 and 2017. It is not suitable for the base Panigale 1199 or any other model.
- Ducati Panigale 1199 S — 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017
- Ducati Panigale 1199 R — 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017
Installation Note
Fork bush replacement requires the fork legs to be removed, disassembled and reassembled with the correct tooling. K-Tech recommends installation by an authorised K-Tech Service Centre to ensure full performance and safety. Specialist tools and techniques are required for correct fitment.
Specifications
| Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
| Part Number | GBS-019 |
| Inner Diameter | 43.00 mm |
| Outer Diameter | 47.00 mm |
| Height | 15.00 mm |
| Wall Thickness | 2.00 mm |
| Material | Hardened steel with copper coating and PTFE contact surface |
| Quantity | 2 slide bushes per kit |
| Fitment | Ducati Panigale 1199 S/R (2012–2017) |
What's includedEverything in the box▼
- 2x fork slide bushes
FitmentWhich bikes this fits▼
- Ducati Panigale 1199 S/R (2012–2017)
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