The engine in the Panigale V4 R can rev up to 16,500 rpm in sixth gear. Even with the new Euro-5 rules, it only loses 3 horsepower, so it still has 218 horsepower at 15,500 rpm. If you use a non-homologated racing exhaust, you can even get up to 237 horsepower.
For the first time on a road bike, they used titanium connecting rods that have holes drilled in them to help with oil flow. This makes the engine more reliable, especially in tough conditions.
The pistons in this bike have a special coating called DLC, which reduces friction and is commonly used in high-performance racing. They’re also lighter, which helps with reliability.
The gear ratios on this bike are the same as those used in World Superbike racing. They made first, second, and sixth gears longer, which means first gear can be used in more corners, giving you better engine braking and acceleration. It also helps with the quick shift system.
Those titanium connecting rods I have holes drilled in them to improve lubrication and reliability.
The engine has special camshafts that allow for higher valve lift. The intake valves are titanium, and the exhaust valves are steel with titanium half-cones, which is something you usually only see in racing engines.
The Panigale V4 R has the same frame and single-sided swingarm as other Ducati Panigale bikes. You can adjust the height of the rear swingarm pivot, which helps with stability and handling.
The rear shock absorber has a hydraulic preload adjuster to make it easier to set up. They also changed the spring for the shock absorber and made some adjustments to the front fork to improve grip and handling.
The bike has a new aluminum tank that can hold 17 liters of fuel. The shape of the tank gives the rider better support when braking and cornering. The seat is flatter, with less foam and a different covering, which allows for more movement and stability.
The aerodynamics of the bike have been improved with new wings that are more compact and thinner but still provide the same amount of downforce.
Ducati Panigale V4 R Specifications:
Engine:
- Type: Desmosedici Stradale 90° V4
- Configuration: Counter-rotating crankshaft
- Valve System: 4 Desmodromic valves per cylinder
- Cooling: Liquid-cooled
- Displacement: 998 cc
- Bore x Stroke: 81 mm x 48.4 mm
- Compression Ratio: 14.0:1
Power and Torque:
- Maximum Power: 160.4 kW (218 hp) @ 15,500 rpm
- Maximum Power with Full Racing Exhaust: 174 kW (237 hp) @ 15,500 rpm
- Maximum Torque: 111.3 Nm (82 lb-ft) @ 12,000 rpm
- Maximum Torque with Full Racing Exhaust: 118 Nm (87 lb-ft) @ 12,250 rpm
Fuel System:
- Fuel Injection: Electronic fuel injection system
- Injectors: Twin injectors per cylinder
- Throttle: Full ride-by-wire elliptical throttle bodies with aerodynamic valves
- Variable-length intake system
Exhaust:
- Exhaust System: 4-2-1-2 system
- Catalytic Converters: 2
- Lambda Probes: 4
Transmission:
- Gearbox: 6-speed with Ducati Quick Shift (DQS) up/down EVO 2
- Primary Drive: Straight cut gears; Ratio 1.80:1
- Ratios:
- 1st: 36/15
- 2nd: 34/17
- 3rd: 33/19
- 4th: 32/21
- 5th: 30/22
- 6th: 27/22
- Final Drive: Chain; Front sprocket 15; Rear sprocket 42
- Clutch: Hydraulically controlled slipper dry clutch with self-bleeding master cylinder
Chassis:
- Frame: Aluminum alloy “Front Frame” with optimized stiffness
- Front Suspension: Fully adjustable 43 mm Öhlins NPX 25/30 pressurized fork with TiN treatment
- Front Wheel: 3-spokes forged aluminum alloy 3.50″ x 17″
- Front Tire: Pirelli Diablo Supercorsa SP 120/70 ZR17
Rear Suspension:
- Fully adjustable Ohlins TTX 36 unit with hydraulic spring preload adjuster
- Aluminium single-sided swingarm
- Adjustable pivot position +/- 3 mm
- Rear Wheel: 3-spokes forged aluminum alloy 6.00″ x 17″
- Rear Tire: Pirelli Diablo Supercorsa SP 200/60 ZR17
Brakes:
- Front Brake: 2 x 330 mm semi-floating discs, radially mounted Brembo Monobloc Stylema (M4.30) 4-piston calipers with Bosch Cornering ABS EVO; Self-bleeding master cylinder
- Rear Brake: 245 mm disc, 2-piston caliper with Bosch Cornering ABS EVO
Instrumentation:
- Last generation digital unit with 5″ TFT color display
Dimensions and Weights:
- Dry Weight: 172 kg (379 lb) | 167 kg (368 lb) with full racing exhaust
- Weight in Running Order: 193.5 kg (427 lb) | 188.5 kg (415 lb) with full racing exhaust
- Seat Height: 850 mm (33.5 in)
- Wheelbase: 1,471 mm (57.9 in)
- Rake: 24.5°
- Front Wheel Trail: 100 mm (3.94 in)
- Fuel Tank Capacity: 17 liters (4.49 gallons, US)
- Number of Seats: Single seat
Safety Equipment:
- Riding Modes, Power Modes, Cornering ABS EVO, Ducati Traction Control (DTC) EVO 3, Ducati Wheelie Control (DWC) EVO, Ducati Slide Control (DSC), Engine Brake Control (EBC) EVO 2, Auto tyre calibration
Ducati Panigale V4 R Colors:
