{"product_id":"k-tech-steering-damper-ducati-panigale-959","title":"K-Tech Steering Damper for Ducati Panigale 959 (2016–2019) – Part 055-55.DU12.03","description":"\u003cp\u003eLong days in the saddle on a Ducati Panigale 959 demand a steering damper that works with the rider, not against them. The K-Tech 055-55.DU12.03 steering damper — developed in collaboration with Toby Dampers — delivers fully adjustable damping that smooths out kickback and tank-slappers without deadening the Panigale's trademark precision, whether you are threading through morning commuter traffic or pushing hard on a track day.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIndividually adjustable damping lets you dial in exactly the steering weight that suits your riding style and conditions, reducing fatigue over extended rides.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLightweight aluminium construction keeps unsprung and reciprocating mass to a minimum while maintaining the rigidity needed to control high-speed steering inputs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEye-to-eye mounting at both ends with 8 mm fixing bolts ensures a solid, rattle-free connection to the Panigale's chassis.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e250 mm overall length and 65 mm stroke are dimensioned specifically for the 959 platform, giving full, unrestricted steering lock in both directions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFully serviceable internals mean the unit can be rebuilt and revalved rather than replaced, protecting your investment over the long term.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComplete mounting hardware included for a straightforward installation without sourcing additional fasteners.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eAll-Day Comfort Through Precise Damping\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eWrist and arm fatigue on a high-performance naked or faired motorcycle often traces back to unchecked steering oscillation — the constant micro-corrections a rider must make when the front end receives a surface irregularity. By absorbing those impulses before they travel up the forks and into the bars, the K-Tech unit lets the rider maintain a lighter, more relaxed grip. That translates directly into improved feel, greater confidence through fast directional changes, and noticeably less tension in the shoulders on longer runs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eTrack and Road Versatility\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe adjustable damping circuit means a single setting does not have to compromise. Soften the damping for road use — where a natural, communicative steering feel matters most — then firm it up for circuit work, where high corner-entry speeds and abrupt direction changes place far greater demands on front-end stability. The robust aluminium body resists the heat cycles and vibration of sustained track use without any degradation in function.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFitment and Compatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis steering damper is designed and dimensioned specifically for the following motorcycle:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eDucati Panigale 959 — model years 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notice\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eInstallation should be carried out exclusively by an authorised K-Tech Service Centre. Correct fitment requires specialist tools and technical knowledge to ensure optimal performance and safety.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePart Number\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e055-55.DU12.03\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eInner Diameter\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e18.00 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eOuter Diameter\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8.00 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eOverall Length\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e250.00 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eStroke\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e65.00 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eUpper Mounting Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEye\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eUpper Fixing Bolt Diameter\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8.00 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eLower Mounting Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEye\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eLower Fixing Bolt Diameter\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8.00 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e","brand":"K-Tech","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53168819503370,"sku":"055-55.DU12.03","price":413.72,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0949\/7831\/0410\/files\/LKD_9283e8f5-916b-4bc8-872f-83b0104e2e7f.png?v=1780816483","url":"https:\/\/inter-pace.com\/en-tn\/products\/k-tech-steering-damper-ducati-panigale-959","provider":"Inter-Pace","version":"1.0","type":"link"}