The facts.
| Part Number | FSS-038 |
|---|---|
| Brand | K-Tech |
| Seal Manufacturer | NOK |
| Inner Diameter | 50.00 mm |
| Outer Diameter | 63.00 mm |
| Height | 11.00 mm |
| Quantity per Kit | 2 oil seals |
| Fitment | Ducati Panigale 1199 (2012–2014), Marzocchi forks |
DescriptionThe whole story▼
Keeping your Ducati Panigale 1199's Marzocchi forks in top condition need not be complicated or expensive. The K-Tech FSS-038 oil seal kit supplies two NOK-manufactured fork oil seals machined to the exact dimensions of the original components — an honest, cost-effective way to restore leak-free fork performance and maintain the precise handling the Panigale 1199 is known for.
Key Features
- Manufactured by NOK, the supplier of choice for leading Japanese suspension OEMs, guaranteeing consistent material quality and dimensional accuracy on every seal.
- Direct OEM-equivalent replacement for the Ducati Panigale 1199 Marzocchi fork assembly — no machining, shimming or modification required.
- Precision dimensions of 50.00 mm inner diameter, 63.00 mm outer diameter and 11.00 mm height ensure a perfect housing fit and a secure, oil-tight contact face.
- Kit contains two seals, covering both fork legs in a single purchase — everything needed for a complete fork service in one box.
- Superior rubber compound resists fork oil degradation and temperature cycling, extending service intervals and reducing the frequency of repeat maintenance.
Everyday Usability
Whether you use your Panigale 1199 as a weekend canyon carver or take it to track days, a weeping fork seal is one of those small faults that quickly escalates. Oil contaminating the front brake rotor is a safety risk; oil coating the lower leg invites dirt ingestion and accelerates bushing wear. The FSS-038 kit addresses all of that with an off-the-shelf part that arrives ready to fit. Because the seals match the original specification precisely, any competent workshop — or an experienced home mechanic with the correct seal driver — can complete the job in a single session without sourcing additional adapters or shims.
Build Quality
NOK is one of the world's most respected sealing technology companies and the reason K-Tech specifies their seals is straightforward: dimensional consistency across production batches. Each seal in the FSS-038 kit holds its 50.00 mm bore and 63.00 mm outside diameter to the tolerances the Marzocchi housing demands, so the seal lip loads correctly against the fork stanchion from the first stroke. The 11.00 mm height matches the original groove depth, preventing the seal from rocking or extruding under high-speed compression loads.
Fitment & Compatibility
This kit is designed exclusively for the following application:
- Ducati Panigale 1199 — model years 2012, 2013 and 2014 (Marzocchi forks)
Verify your fork inner tube diameter before fitting. Installation requires specialist fork seal drivers and appropriate suspension knowledge. K-Tech recommends fitting by an authorised K-Tech Service Centre to ensure full performance and safety.
Specifications
| Part Number | FSS-038 |
|---|---|
| Brand | K-Tech |
| Seal Manufacturer | NOK |
| Inner Diameter | 50.00 mm |
| Outer Diameter | 63.00 mm |
| Height | 11.00 mm |
| Quantity per Kit | 2 oil seals |
| Fitment | Ducati Panigale 1199 (2012–2014), Marzocchi forks |
What's includedEverything in the box▼
- 2x K-Tech fork oil seals (NOK) — FSS-038
FitmentWhich bikes this fits▼
- Ducati Panigale 1199 (2012–2014)
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