IMA Special Parts Racing Top Yoke for Ducati Panigale 1199 (2012–2017)

Engineered specifically for the Ducati Panigale 1199 and refined through finite element analysis, the IMA Special Parts Racing Top Yoke delivers the front-end stability, steering precision and braking rigidity that circuit riding demands. Machined from 7075 Ergal aluminium with titanium hardware throughout, this is the yoke for riders who refuse to compromise on chassis performance.

Key Features

• FEM-optimised geometry — finite element analysis ensures maximum rigidity where it matters, translating directly into improved vehicle control under hard braking and through fast corners.
• 7075 Ergal aluminium construction — ultra-light, high-tensile alloy that outperforms standard aluminium grades in both strength and fatigue resistance.
• Adjustable offset from 25 mm to 31 mm — dial in your steering geometry to suit tyre choice, track layout or rider preference without compromising balance.
• Enhanced braking stability — the stiffer yoke structure reduces flex during aggressive braking, giving the front tyre more consistent contact and better feedback.
• Improved front-end feel — sharper steering response and more precise cornering behaviour from the first lap.
• Titanium hardware — grade titanium bolts save weight and resist corrosion, keeping fastener integrity session after session.

Built for Circuit Performance

The Panigale 1199 platform is already a formidable track tool, but the standard yoke leaves measurable room for improvement in high-speed stability and front-end communication. IMA Special Parts address this by designing the racing top yoke from the ground up rather than adapting an off-the-shelf component. Every wall thickness and radius in the casting was validated by FEM simulation to eliminate unnecessary material without sacrificing the torsional stiffness that prevents front-end vagueness under braking.

The 7075 Ergal alloy used here is the same material class found in MotoGP and Superbike machinery — chosen for its exceptional strength-to-weight ratio and its ability to handle repeated high-load cycles without deforming. Paired with titanium fasteners, the complete assembly keeps unsprung and rotating mass to a minimum while ensuring every component retains its torque setting across a full race weekend.

Adjustable Offset for Precision Setup

The continuously adjustable offset range of 25 mm to 31 mm gives riders and mechanics genuine flexibility in chassis tuning. A reduced offset quickens steering and suits tight, technical circuits; a longer offset adds stability for faster, sweeping layouts. This breadth of adjustment in a single component replaces the need for multiple fixed yokes and simplifies setup changes between sessions.

Fitment & Compatibility

This IMA Special Parts racing top yoke is designed and manufactured exclusively for the Ducati Panigale 1199, covering all model years from 2012 to 2017. Upper fork tube diameter: 57 mm. Lower fork tube diameter: 58 mm. No modification to the fork legs or steering head is required for a correct fit.

Specifications

• Material: 7075 Ergal aluminium
• Upper fork tube diameter: 57 mm
• Lower fork tube diameter: 58 mm
• Offset: adjustable, 25 mm – 31 mm
• Hardware: titanium bolts
• Design method: FEM (finite element method) optimised
• Fitment: Ducati Panigale 1199 (2012–2017)
• Available finishes: black, titanium, aluminium