{"product_id":"k-tech-fork-slide-bush-kit-ducati-panigale-v4-r-gbs-019","title":"K-Tech Fork Slide Bush Kit Ducati Panigale V4 R (2019–2021) GBS-019","description":"\u003cp\u003eEngineered specifically for the Ducati Panigale V4 R, the K-Tech GBS-019 slide bush kit is a direct, precision-fit replacement for the factory fork guide bushes — combining hardened steel construction with a copper underlay and a low-friction PTFE contact surface to deliver noticeably smoother, more consistent fork action from the first ride.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardened steel body with copper coating for outstanding resistance to wear and corrosion over extended service intervals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePTFE-lined contact surface dramatically reduces sliding friction, preserving damping consistency lap after lap\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExact OEM dimensions ensure a drop-in replacement with no modification required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupplied as a complete pair — everything needed for a full fork service in one part number\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeveloped by K-Tech Suspension, a name synonymous with championship-level fork and shock technology\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDesign, Finish and Heritage\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eK-Tech has built its reputation at the sharp end of World Superbike and BSB, and that heritage is evident in every detail of the GBS-019. The copper-plated steel shell is not an afterthought — it acts as both a sacrificial corrosion barrier and a compliant layer that beds in evenly against the fork tube, eliminating the micro-play that can make a well-worn set of OEM bushes feel vague on turn-in. The PTFE contact face carries that philosophy further, keeping stiction to an absolute minimum so the fork tracks surface changes rather than skipping over them. The finish is purposeful and precise, exactly what you would expect from a company that supplies suspension components to professional race teams.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePerformance on Road and Track\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eOn the Panigale V4 R — a motorcycle built around circuit performance — fork feel is everything. Worn or corroded guide bushes introduce lateral play into the lower leg, blurring the feedback the rider relies on to place the bike with confidence into a late braking zone. Replacing them with the GBS-019 restores the fork's designed geometry and allows the cartridge internals to work as intended, giving the suspension setup a clean baseline from which K-Tech or authorised technicians can fine-tune compression and rebound with confidence.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFitment and Compatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis kit fits the following model exclusively:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eDucati Panigale V4 R — model years 2019, 2020 and 2021\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eInstallation should be carried out by an authorised K-Tech Service Centre. Specialist tooling and technique are required to ensure correct seating and to guarantee both safety and performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eInner diameter\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e43.00 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eOuter diameter\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e47.00 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHeight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e15.00 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWall thickness\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.00 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMaterial\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHardened steel with copper coating and PTFE contact surface\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eContents\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2 slide bushes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePart number\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGBS-019\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e","brand":"K-Tech","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53168825696522,"sku":"GBS-019","price":19.07,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0949\/7831\/0410\/files\/GBSKIT_70da970b-2623-4c9e-beee-7a7e9da7ec91.png?v=1780816764","url":"https:\/\/inter-pace.com\/products\/k-tech-fork-slide-bush-kit-ducati-panigale-v4-r-gbs-019","provider":"Inter-Pace","version":"1.0","type":"link"}