K-Tech DDS Pro rear shock absorber for Ducati Panigale 1199/S/R 2012-2017
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Technical data
BrandK-Tech
Part number255-012-070-020
FitmentDucati Panigale 1199 / 1199 S / 1199 R (2012-2017)
Spring series55-155
Installed length310 mm
Stroke65 mm
RCU body diameter35 mm
RCU shaft diameter12 mm
Adjustment5-way: compression (32 clicks), rebound (32 clicks), BPV (16 clicks), hydraulic preload, length
DescriptionThe whole story

Developed and proven at the highest levels of professional motorsport — including the British Superbike Championship and the Isle of Man TT — the K-Tech DDS Pro is a race-grade rear shock absorber engineered specifically for the Ducati Panigale 1199, 1199 S and 1199 R. Every adjustment range, every component dimension, and every valve characteristic has been validated under the most demanding conditions on earth, giving you the confidence to push harder on both road and circuit.

Key Features

  • Five-way adjustability covers compression, rebound, ByPass Valve (BPV), hydraulic spring preload and length — a complete chassis tuning platform in a single unit
  • 32-click compression damping adjustment delivers precise control over how the shock responds to bumps and braking loads
  • 32-click rebound damping adjustment governs how quickly the shock extends, maximising traction and stability on corner exit
  • 16-click BPV (ByPass Valve) setting provides fine-grained tuning of low-shaft-speed damping, directly improving tyre feedback and grip
  • Hydraulic spring preload adjustment allows fast, tool-free setup changes between sessions or riding conditions
  • Length adjustment optimises chassis geometry for individual rider weight and track characteristics
  • CNC-machined components throughout for structural integrity, dimensional accuracy and long service life
  • DDS technology incorporates mounting points for a potentiometer, enabling data-acquisition integration
  • Wide spring rate range in the 55-155 series accommodates every rider weight and tuning requirement

Race-Validated Performance

The DDS Pro platform earned its reputation by winning races before it reached the road. Teams competing in the British Superbike Championship rely on the same ByPass Valve architecture to manage the aggressive, high-corner-speed demands of UK circuits, while Isle of Man TT competitors have trusted it across the most unpredictable road surface on the calendar. That same technology transfers directly to your Panigale 1199.

Precision Engineering

The 35 mm main body diameter and 12 mm shaft work in combination with the 65 mm stroke to deliver a suspension character that feels progressive and communicative rather than simply stiff. The 310 mm installed length fits the Panigale 1199 mounting geometry exactly, with a SKU tolerance of -6/+6 mm to accommodate minor chassis variations. Factory-recommended starting settings — 12 clicks compression, 14 clicks rebound, 8 BPV clicks and 15 mm preload — give a proven baseline from which any competent suspension technician can dial in a perfect setup.

Installation Note

For optimum safety and to extract maximum performance from the DDS Pro, K-Tech strongly recommend installation by an authorised K-Tech Service Centre. Correct fitment requires specialist tools and techniques appropriate to high-performance suspension components.

Fitment and Compatibility

This shock absorber is designed and validated to fit the following models:

  • Ducati Panigale 1199 (2012-2017)
  • Ducati Panigale 1199 S (2012-2017)
  • Ducati Panigale 1199 R (2012-2017)

Upper mounting: eye, width 23 mm, bolt diameter 10 mm. Lower mounting: eye, width 23 mm, bolt diameter 10 mm.

Specifications

Parameter Value
Part number 255-012-070-020
Spring series 55-155
Installed length 310 mm
SKU tolerance -6/+6 mm
Stroke 65 mm
Force 90 N
Pressure 5.00 bar
RCU body diameter 35 mm
RCU shaft diameter 12 mm
RCU adjustment travel 5 mm
Upper mounting Eye | width 23 mm | bolt diameter 10 mm
Lower mounting Eye | width 23 mm | bolt diameter 10 mm
Recommended compression clicks 12
Recommended rebound clicks 14
Recommended preload 15 mm
Recommended BPV clicks 8
FitmentWhich bikes this fits
  • Ducati Panigale 1199/S/R (2012–2017)
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