The facts.
| Brand | K-Tech |
|---|---|
| Part Number | SBS-022 |
| Inner Diameter | 41.70 mm |
| Outer Diameter | 44.70 mm |
| Height | 20.00 mm |
| Wall Thickness | 1.50 mm |
| Material | Hardened steel with copper coating and PTFE-coated contact surface |
| Fitment | Ducati Panigale 959 (2016–2019) |
| Quantity | 2x fork slide bushes |
DescriptionThe whole story▼
Engineered for the demands of track and racing use, the K-Tech SBS-022 fork slide bush kit delivers the precise, low-friction front fork response that the Ducati Panigale 959 needs when pushing hard into late braking zones. This is a direct OEM replacement built to a specification that goes beyond standard, using hardened steel construction with a copper underlay and a PTFE-coated contact surface to eliminate the stick-slip behaviour that undermines confidence at the limit.
Key Features
- PTFE-coated contact surfaces drastically reduce friction for sharper, more consistent fork action under race-day conditions
- Hardened steel core with copper coating provides superior wear resistance over the standard bushes
- Precision-manufactured to exact dimensional tolerances — inner diameter 41.70 mm, outer diameter 44.70 mm, height 20.00 mm, wall thickness 1.50 mm
- Direct OEM replacement — no modification required, installs in the existing fork lowers
- Kit includes both fork slide bushes for a complete renewal in a single service
Performance on Track
K-Tech is a name synonymous with serious suspension engineering, trusted by professional teams and privateer racers alike. The SBS-022 kit was developed with the Panigale 959 platform specifically in mind, addressing the wear and friction characteristics identified in sustained track use. The PTFE layer keeps stiction to a minimum across a wide temperature range, so the fork tracks the road or circuit surface accurately whether you are working through the kerbs at a trackday or running full-race pace. The copper interlayer acts as both a bonding surface and an additional wear buffer, extending service intervals considerably compared with uncoated alternatives.
Build Quality
Every dimension of the SBS-022 bush is held to tight tolerances to ensure there is no unwanted play in the fork assembly. Sloppy bushes introduce vagueness into steering feel and accelerate seal wear — the K-Tech units eliminate both concerns. The result is a fork that moves with the suppleness of a freshly serviced unit well into its service life, maintaining the feedback loop between tyre and rider that the Panigale 959 chassis is designed to deliver.
Fitment & Compatibility
This kit is designed exclusively for the following model:
- Ducati Panigale 959 — model years 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019
Installation should be carried out by an authorised K-Tech service centre to ensure correct function and maximum safety.
Specifications
| Part Number | SBS-022 |
|---|---|
| Inner Diameter | 41.70 mm |
| Outer Diameter | 44.70 mm |
| Height | 20.00 mm |
| Wall Thickness | 1.50 mm |
| Material | Hardened steel with copper coating and PTFE-coated contact surface |
| Contents | 2x fork slide bushes |
| Fitment | Ducati Panigale 959 (2016–2019) |
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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