K-Tech Fork Slider Bushing Kit for Suzuki GSX-R 1000 (2009–2023) – GBS-019
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Engineered for riders who demand precision from their front suspension, the K-Tech GBS-019 fork slider bushing kit is a direct OEM replacement for the Suzuki GSX-R 1000 across all model years from 2009 to 2023. Built from hardened steel with a copper coating and PTFE-treated contact surfaces, this kit sets a materially higher standard than standard bushings — delivering measurably reduced friction, sharper fork response, and greater chassis composure at speed.
Key Features
- Hardened steel construction with copper coating for superior wear resistance and long-term durability
- PTFE-coated contact surfaces minimise sliding friction, improving fork sensitivity and initial stroke response
- Precision-machined to OEM tolerances — a truly direct-fit replacement requiring no modification
- Supplied as a complete pair for full front-fork renewal in a single service
- Part number GBS-019 — traceable K-Tech quality throughout
Build Quality and Materials
Where standard replacement bushings rely on a single-material construction, K-Tech's GBS-019 employs a three-layer approach: a hardened steel core for dimensional stability under load, a copper intermediate layer that distributes stress and resists corrosion, and a PTFE-impregnated running surface that keeps stiction to an absolute minimum. The result is a bushing that moves freely from the first millimetre of travel, communicating road texture and braking forces with far greater clarity than worn or economy-grade alternatives. For a motorcycle as capable as the GSX-R 1000, that level of front-end feedback is not a luxury — it is a safety margin.
Performance on Road and Track
Stiff, binding fork bushings are one of the most overlooked causes of vague steering feel and mid-corner instability. Renewing worn bushings with K-Tech's PTFE-lined units restores the fork's designed operating characteristics, tightening up steering response and stabilising the chassis under hard braking and high-speed direction changes. Whether the GSX-R is used for spirited road riding or track days, the GBS-019 kit returns the front suspension to a condition where suspension setup adjustments — spring preload, rebound, compression — actually behave as intended.
Fitment and Compatibility
The GBS-019 kit is designed exclusively for the following motorcycle:
- Suzuki GSX-R 1000 — model years 2009 to 2023
Installation requires specialist tools and fork-service knowledge. K-Tech recommends that fitting is carried out by an authorised K-Tech Service Centre to ensure correct assembly, safety, and optimal suspension performance.
Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| 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 |
| Quantity | 2 bushings (complete pair) |
| Fitment | Suzuki GSX-R 1000 (2009–2023) |
| 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 |
| Quantity | 2 bushings (complete pair) |
| Fitment | Suzuki GSX-R 1000 (2009–2023) |
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K-Tech Fork Slider Bushing Kit for Suzuki GSX-R 1000 (2009–2023) – GBS-019

Tech specs
- 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
- Quantity
- 2 bushings (complete pair)
- Fitment
- Suzuki GSX-R 1000 (2009–2023)
- Worldwide shipping
- Genuine parts & verified quality
- 14-day returns — in stock ships within 24h
- Personal email support
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