{"product_id":"k-tech-dds-pro-shock-absorber-ducati-panigale-v4-s-r-255-018-070-020","title":"K-Tech DDS PRO Shock Absorber Ducati Panigale V4\/S\/R (2018–2024) 255-018-070-020","description":"\u003cp\u003eEngineered to the demands of championship-level racing, the K-Tech DDS PRO rear shock absorber brings race-proven suspension technology directly to your Ducati Panigale V4, V4 S, or V4 R (2018–2024). With its Direct Damping System (DDS), CNC-machined internals, and five independent adjustment circuits, this unit has earned its place in elite competition including the British Superbike Championship and the Isle of Man TT — offering a level of control and consistency that production shocks simply cannot match.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDirect Damping System (DDS) technology delivers exceptionally precise, stable damping across a wide temperature range, maintaining consistent performance throughout a full race session or long road ride.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFive-way adjustability — 32-click compression, 32-click rebound, 16-click ByPass Valve (BPV), hydraulic spring preload, and ride-height adjustment — allows fine-tuning to track conditions, rider weight, and riding style.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eByPass Valve (BPV) optimises low-speed damping characteristics, improving tyre feedback and rear-wheel traction under hard acceleration and through mid-corner transitions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReduced-diameter piston rod maintains damping stability across a broader temperature range, preventing fade during extended high-load use on circuit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCNC-machined components and premium-grade materials ensure maximum precision, durability, and long service life under race conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRace-validated in the British Superbike Championship and the Isle of Man TT, confirming real-world performance at the highest levels of motorcycle competition.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation \u0026amp; Safety\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor optimum performance and safety, K-Tech recommends installation by an authorised K-Tech Service Centre. Correct fitment, torque settings, and initial baseline setup are critical to extracting the full capability of this shock and ensuring safe handling behaviour. Part number 255-018-070-020 should be quoted when booking service or ordering ancillary components.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSuggested Baseline Settings\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eK-Tech provides the following starting-point settings for the Ducati Panigale V4\/S\/R fitment. These are a baseline from which to tune — adjust progressively in single-click increments and always record changes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompression: 12 clicks from fully closed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRebound: 16 clicks from fully closed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpring preload: 12 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBPV: 8 clicks from fully closed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFitment \u0026amp; Compatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis shock absorber is designed specifically for the following motorcycles:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDucati Panigale V4 (2018–2024)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDucati Panigale V4 S (2018–2024)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDucati Panigale V4 R (2018–2024)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\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\u003ePart number\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e255-018-070-020\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSpring series\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e55-155\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOverall length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e310.00 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStroke\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e58.00 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBody diameter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e35.00 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRCU ride-height adjustment range\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5.00 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUpper mount\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEye — width 23 mm, bolt diameter 10 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLower mount\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEye — width 23 mm, bolt diameter 10 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCompression adjustment\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e32 clicks\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRebound adjustment\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e32 clicks\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBPV adjustment\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e16 clicks\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e","brand":"K-Tech","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53168824254730,"sku":"255-018-070-020","price":1555.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0949\/7831\/0410\/files\/NEWfederbein2.png?v=1780816689","url":"https:\/\/inter-pace.com\/products\/k-tech-dds-pro-shock-absorber-ducati-panigale-v4-s-r-255-018-070-020","provider":"Inter-Pace","version":"1.0","type":"link"}