{"product_id":"ohlins-sd-040-steering-damper-ducati-panigale-1199","title":"Öhlins SD 040 Steering Damper for Ducati Panigale 1199 (2012–2014)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Öhlins SD 040 is a road and track steering damper engineered specifically for the Ducati 1199 Panigale (2012–2014), delivering the precise, confidence-inspiring steering control that this high-performance superbike demands. Homologated with ABE approval for German road use, it brings race-proven Öhlins damping technology to every ride — from daily roads to demanding circuit sessions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eABE-approved for road use in Germany, confirming compliance with strict type-approval safety standards for the Ducati 1199 Panigale fitment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoad and track (R\u0026amp;T) type steering damper — equally at home on public roads and the circuit, offering versatility without compromise.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e68 mm stroke delivers a wide, well-controlled damping range to counter tank-slappers and high-speed instability.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOriginal mount installation position integrates cleanly with the factory mounting points — no fabrication or modification required.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIndividually adjustable damping characteristics allow precise tuning to suit rider style, road surface, and track conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGenuine Öhlins engineering and build quality, using the same materials and tolerances found on factory race machinery.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePerformance and Build Quality\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eÖhlins has built its reputation on a simple principle: every component must perform predictably under the most demanding conditions. The SD 040 applies that philosophy to steering stability. At the elevated speeds the 1199 Panigale is capable of, even minor surface irregularities can feed unwanted movement into the front end. The SD 040 absorbs those inputs progressively, keeping the handlebar settled without masking genuine rider feedback — a balance that lesser dampers rarely achieve.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe adjustability built into the SD 040 is genuine, not cosmetic. Riders can dial the unit to match everything from a lightly loaded road ride to a fully committed track day configuration, making it a long-term investment rather than a fit-and-forget accessory.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFitment and Compatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis steering damper is designed and approved for the following motorcycle:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eDucati 1199 Panigale (2012–2014) — ABE approved (Germany)\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eInstallation uses the original mount position on the 1199 Panigale frame. Please note that the physical appearance of the damper unit may differ from generic product images, as mounting configurations vary between motorcycle models.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eÖhlins\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePart Number\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSD 040\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eType\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSteering damper R\u0026amp;T\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStroke\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e68 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMounting Position\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOriginal mount\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFitment\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDucati 1199 Panigale (2012–2014)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRoad Homologation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eABE (Germany)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e","brand":"Öhlins","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53168698163466,"sku":"SD 040","price":374.94,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0949\/7831\/0410\/files\/SD064_e5828283-48a6-4d35-99dc-514a594722ed.png?v=1780811381","url":"https:\/\/inter-pace.com\/en-zm\/products\/ohlins-sd-040-steering-damper-ducati-panigale-1199","provider":"Inter-Pace","version":"1.0","type":"link"}