{"product_id":"k-tech-fork-slide-bushings-kit-ducati-panigale-v4-r-gbs-018","title":"K-Tech Fork Slide Bushings Kit for Ducati Panigale V4 R (2019–2021) GBS-018","description":"\u003cp\u003eKeeping your Ducati Panigale V4 R's front fork operating smoothly through regular maintenance is exactly what the K-Tech GBS-018 slide bushing kit is designed for. Manufactured to OEM-precise tolerances, this pair of guide bushings restores factory fork action at a sensible cost — making it the practical first choice for any scheduled service or wear replacement on the V4 R.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eManufactured from hardened steel with a copper coating, delivering outstanding durability and corrosion resistance in everyday road and occasional track use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePTFE-coated contact surfaces reduce friction to a minimum, maintaining smooth, consistent fork movement and improving chassis response over time.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProduced to exact OEM specifications so the bushings locate precisely and installation is straightforward — no modification, no guesswork.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupplied as a matched pair, covering a complete fork service in a single purchase.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePart number GBS-018 ensures you order the correct item for the V4 R fork specification — not interchangeable with standard V4 variants.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBuild Quality and Performance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eK-Tech's bushing kits are engineered with the same rigour the brand applies to its suspension overhaul components. The hardened steel core resists deformation under the considerable loads generated by the Panigale V4 R's aggressive geometry and tyre profile, while the copper underlay aids bedding-in and provides an additional barrier against corrosion. The PTFE outer layer is the real functional story: by drastically reducing the coefficient of friction between the inner tube and the slider, it allows the fork to respond to small surface irregularities that would otherwise be absorbed as stiction. The result is improved feedback, reduced harshness on broken surfaces and a fork that continues to perform predictably as mileage accumulates.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eEveryday Usability\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eAlthough the Panigale V4 R is firmly in the category of race-derived superbike, a properly maintained fork is just as important on a Sunday road ride as it is on circuit. Worn or stiff guide bushings create vague steering, increased brake dive and a harsh ride character that undermines rider confidence. Replacing them at appropriate service intervals with a quality item like the GBS-018 is one of the most cost-effective ways to keep the motorcycle riding as Ducati intended. The kit is priced to make routine maintenance a straightforward decision rather than a deferred one.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Note\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eInstallation should be carried out by an authorised K-Tech Service Centre. Correct fitting requires specialist tooling and technical knowledge; improper installation may compromise fork function and rider safety.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFitment and Compatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis kit is compatible exclusively with the V4 R variant of the Ducati Panigale V4 range. It is not suitable for the standard Panigale V4, V4 S or V4 SP, which use a different fork specification.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eDucati Panigale V4 R — 2019, 2020, 2021\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\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\u003e46.00 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\u003e1.50 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-coated contact surfaces\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSupplied quantity\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2 slide bushings (one pair)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePart number\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGBS-018\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e","brand":"K-Tech","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53168825630986,"sku":"GBS-018","price":19.07,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0949\/7831\/0410\/files\/GBSKIT_8de7f0ac-2551-47e2-8ca4-4c30aa26b6b6.png?v=1780816761","url":"https:\/\/inter-pace.com\/products\/k-tech-fork-slide-bushings-kit-ducati-panigale-v4-r-gbs-018","provider":"Inter-Pace","version":"1.0","type":"link"}