{"product_id":"k-tech-fork-slide-bush-kit-suzuki-gsx-r-1000-sbs-022","title":"K-Tech Fork Slide Bush Kit Suzuki GSX-R 1000 (2009–2023) SBS-022","description":"\u003cp\u003eEngineered specifically for the Suzuki GSX-R 1000 across the full 2009 to 2023 production run, the K-Tech SBS-022 slide bush kit sets a new benchmark in fork rebuild quality. Hardened steel construction with copper plating and a PTFE-coated contact surface deliver a level of material sophistication that OEM bushes simply cannot match — translating directly into smoother fork action, more consistent damping, and sharper chassis feedback.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrecision-made from hardened steel with copper plating for superior corrosion resistance and extended service life\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePTFE-coated contact surfaces dramatically reduce friction, freeing the fork to move more fluidly through its travel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExact-fit dimensions (41.70 mm inner diameter, 44.70 mm outer diameter, 20.00 mm height, 1.50 mm wall thickness) ensure a direct, rattle-free replacement for the original bushes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComplete two-piece kit covers both fork legs in a single purchase — no part-sourcing headaches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePurpose-built for the GSX-R 1000 (2009–2023), so fitment is guaranteed straight out of the packaging\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBuild Quality and Materials\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe SBS-022 is built around a hardened steel core — a step up in structural integrity compared to the softer alloys used in many aftermarket alternatives. The copper intermediate layer bonds tightly to the steel substrate, adding a further barrier against corrosion and providing a compliant transition layer that absorbs micro-vibrations before they can disturb fork action. The outer PTFE coating then takes over where the OEM bush invariably shows its age first: the sliding interface. PTFE's inherently low coefficient of friction means the bush moves smoothly under all conditions, from slow-speed trail-braking to high-speed track compressions, without the stick-slip behaviour that causes vague, inconsistent steering feel.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePerformance on Road and Track\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eWorn or poorly manufactured slide bushes are one of the most overlooked causes of degraded front-end feel on the GSX-R 1000. When the bush clearance grows through use, the fork internals develop lateral play, which shows up as a slight vagueness mid-corner and can even allow the fork tube to score over time. Fitting a fresh set of K-Tech SBS-022 bushes restores the fork's designed operating tolerances, tightening up the steering response and ensuring the damping characteristics engineered into the fork actually reach the wheel. Whether the bike lives on road or circuit, this is a cost-effective rebuild step that pays dividends in confidence and tyre life.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFitment and Compatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe K-Tech SBS-022 slide bush kit is designed exclusively for the following model:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eSuzuki GSX-R 1000 — all variants, model years 2009 to 2023\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eInstallation requires specialised tools and workshop knowledge. K-Tech recommends fitting by an authorised K-Tech Service Centre to ensure optimal performance and safety.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eParameter\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eValue\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInner Diameter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e41.70 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOuter Diameter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e44.70 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20.00 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWall Thickness\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.50 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaterial\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHardened steel with copper plating and PTFE-coated contact surface\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eContents\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2 slide bushes (one per fork leg)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePart Number\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSBS-022\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFitment\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSuzuki GSX-R 1000 (2009–2023)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e","brand":"K-Tech","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53168843391242,"sku":"SBS-022","price":19.63,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0949\/7831\/0410\/files\/GBSKIT2_b9f67e5e-c162-4a9a-9935-3248ce216b95.png?v=1780817248","url":"https:\/\/inter-pace.com\/products\/k-tech-fork-slide-bush-kit-suzuki-gsx-r-1000-sbs-022","provider":"Inter-Pace","version":"1.0","type":"link"}