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-coated contact surfaces |
| Fitment | Ducati Panigale 959 (2016–2019) |
| Quantity | 2 slide bushes per kit |
DescriptionThe whole story▼
Precision front fork performance is the foundation of every fast lap, and the K-Tech Slide Bush Kit GBS-019 is engineered to deliver exactly that for the Ducati Panigale 959. Developed specifically for the 2016–2019 model years, these hardened-steel guide bushes with PTFE-coated contact surfaces eliminate the friction and stick-slip behaviour that blunts corner-entry feedback and upsets suspension consistency under hard braking.
Key Features
- Hardened steel construction with copper coating for corrosion resistance and extended service life, even under the thermal and load demands of track use
- PTFE-coated contact surfaces minimise sliding friction, delivering smoother, more linear fork action and sharper front-end response on turn-in
- Direct OEM replacement geometry — inner diameter 43.00 mm, outer diameter 47.00 mm, height 15.00 mm, wall thickness 2.00 mm — no modification required
- Complete two-bush set for a full fork service in a single purchase
- Exact fitment for Ducati Panigale 959 (2016–2019), part number GBS-019
Performance on Track and Road
On circuit, consistent fork action translates directly into the confidence to brake later and carry more corner speed. The PTFE coating on these K-Tech bushes keeps stiction to a minimum throughout the fork stroke, so the suspension tracks surface irregularities and kerbs faithfully rather than hanging momentarily and then releasing. The result is a fork that communicates grip level accurately, lap after lap.
On the road the same low-friction characteristic smooths out the micro-movements that cause vagueness over broken surfaces, giving the Panigale 959 a more planted, communicative feel regardless of pace.
Build Quality
K-Tech manufactures these slide bushes from hardened steel, then applies a copper base coat that acts as both a corrosion barrier and a bonding layer for the PTFE surface treatment. The combination produces a bush that resists wear at the high contact pressures generated during aggressive braking and rapid direction changes, maintaining dimensional accuracy over a full season of use.
Fitment and Compatibility
This kit is a precise fit for the following motorcycle:
- Ducati Panigale 959 — model years 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019
Installation requires fork-specific tooling and working knowledge of inverted fork service procedures. K-Tech recommends fitment by an authorised K-Tech Service Centre to ensure correct seating and optimal suspension performance.
Specifications
| Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
| 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-coated contact surfaces |
| Fitment | Ducati Panigale 959 (2016–2019) |
| Quantity | 2 slide bushes per kit |
What's includedEverything in the box▼
- 2x K-Tech fork slide bushes for the front fork
FitmentWhich bikes this fits▼
- Ducati Panigale 959 (2016–2019)
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