Ducati Panigale V4

Detailed Review by Maxabout Team

Overview

The New Panigale V4 is the pinnacle of the Borgo Panigale sports bike line, drawing on Ducati Corse's enormous experience as well as continuous knowledge and technology transfer from the racing world to production bikes.

With the 2023 edition, the Panigale V4 project has completed its most major change since its inception. Enhanced aerodynamics, ergonomics, engine, chassis, and electronics make the bike more intuitive and less taxing for a wide spectrum of riders. In short, it offers both elite and novice riders a thrilling and gratifying experience.

Ducati Panigale V4 Design and Style

Although the appearance is identical to previous models, Ducati has reinterpreted the character to create a beautiful yet strong machine. Because the Front Frame has replaced the aluminium perimeter frame, it weighs less than the race track version, allowing for easier maneuvering and instant performance. It now has a tighter fairing look and is a much more compact road bike thanks to the redesigned frame. It has a more aggressive and thinner dual headlamp system upfront, as well as wider air vents for better aerodynamics. The Double Layer Fairing concept has been implemented, with the inside fairing extracting heat from the radiator and the outside fairing providing a cleaner appearance. A new five-inch colour TFT panel with two layouts for road and track presents a wealth of data in an organised fashion. When leaning into extreme bends and straights, the Ducati's iconic Diamond tank provides much-needed aid to the rider. When breaking into curves, it also provides a lateral grip on the rider's knees. The bike's tail portion is elevated, and floats through the air, displaying its 'ready-to-race' personality. The basic V4 has full LED headlights with DRLs and it includes a complete LED in the taillight, Ducati Power Launch (DPL), Sachs steering damper, Ducati Rapid Shift (DQS) up/down EVO, quick control selection, and automated turn signal switch-off. Ducati offers Panigale V4 with aluminium forged rims and a lithium-ion battery and the bike has a 1469 mm wheelbase and an 850 mm seat height.

Ducati Panigale V4 Engine and Gearbox

2023 Ducati Panigale V4 is powered by a new 1103cc twin-cylinder engine that produces 215.5 horsepower at 13,000 rpm and 123.6 Nm of peak torque at 9,500 rpm. The power output of the Panigale V4 Speciale may be increased to 226 HP by installing a racing kit that includes an Akrapovic exhaust and an engine remap. Panigale V4 features a chain drive transmission with a hydraulically operated slipper and a wet multi-plate clutch. The V4 layout at 90° has been created, which is similar to the Desmosedici engines used in MotoGP. The counter-rotating crankshaft, which is also adopted from MotoGP, is included, aiding in the generation of additional torque and the reduction of wheelie.

Ducati Panigale V4 Suspension, Brakes and Tyres

They fit new Ducati Panigale V4 with a 43mm completely adjustable Showa Big Piston Fork (BPF) in the front and fully adjustable Sachs mono-shock absorbers at the rear, all mounted on an aluminium Front Frame. The Sachs steering damper is also installed at the front, Ohlins NIX-30 fork, Ohlins TTX36 rear shock absorber, and Ohlins steering damper with the event-based control system are fitted on the new Panigale V4 S and Panigale V4 Speciale. The brand new Brembo Stylema Monoblock callipers are in charge of braking duties. A double 330mm disc with 4-piston callipers at the front and a 245mm single disc with 2-piston callipers at the back provide excellent braking power to the bike. The Bosch Cornering ABS EVO system assists the braking process. The new Pirelli Diablo Supercorsa SP 120/70 rubber is wrapped around the front 17-inch alloy, while the rear gets a larger Pirelli Diablo Supercorsa SP 200/60 tyre.

Instrument Console of Ducati Panigale V4

The exterior light functionalities are now distributed differently on the enhanced dashboard. Ducati engineers present a new Info Mode called "Track Evo," which complements the existing Road and Track settings and was created with input from MotoGP riders.

The tachometer rotates on a horizontal scale in the highest section of the instrument, which is the most noticeable, and the indicator of the gear engaged is in the centre of the screen in the "Track Evo" screen. There are four different coloured sectors on the right side, each allocated to electronic control.

When the electronics are working on a certain parameter, these sectors light up individually and stay lit for as long as the rider needs to figure out which indicator is active. This signaling method makes it easier for the user to grasp how the control actually works, allowing him to intervene more accurately and rapidly on the ideal level selection and achieve superior performance. The timer, the number of laps completed, and the speed are all displayed in the left sector.

Key Features of Ducati Panigale V4

Some key features of the 2023 Ducati Panigale V4 include 5-inch TFT Colour Display (Last Generation Digital Unit), Riding Modes & Power Modes, Cornering ABS EVO, Ducati Traction Control, Ducati Wheelie Control, Ducati Slide Control, Engine Brake Control, Auto Tyre Calibration, Ducati Power Launch, Ducati Quick Shift, Full LED lighting with DRL, Sachs Steering Damper, Quick Adjustment Buttons, Auto-Off Indicators, Ducati Data Analyser with GPS Module, Ducati Multimedia System and Anti-Theft, Hydraulically Controlled Slipper and Self-Servo Wet Multiplate Clutch, Optimised Aluminium Alloy Front Frame.

Top Speed and Mileage of Ducati Panigale V4

2023 Ducati Panigale V4 mileage is 13.16 kmpl (approximate) and, in terms of performance, the 1100cc Sports bike can speed up from 0 to 100 km/h in 3.4 seconds reaching the top speed of 299 km/h (approximate).

Ducati Panigale V4 Colour Options

Ducati is offering the new Panigale in two variants; Panigale V4 and Panigale V4S and both the variants are presented in the same Ducati Red with Dark Grey Frame and Black Wheels scheme, with minor changes between the two.

Ducati Panigale V4 Competitor

BMW S1000RR, Honda CBR1000RR, Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R, Suzuki GSX-R1000, and MV Agusta F4 RR are some of the similar bikes that rival the new Ducati Panigale V4.

Conclusion

It was a challenge to improve on a fantastic bike, and we only saw a few issues in the prior V4S (on tracks). Ducati hasn't just made the new bike faster on the track, but also easier and more accessible to handle, particularly for people who have never raced at the highest level. The Panigale is more pliable than before because of the redesigned design, ergonomics, suspension, braking and aerodynamics, and electronics. Ducati hasn't tinkered with the formula and as a result, the engine and looks are identical, as are the brakes in terms of mechanics. The latest Ducati features allow you to go faster and last longer. The convenience of use will extend to road travel; we'll have to wait and see. The most coveted production motorcycle has just gotten better. It's a gorgeous 2023 poster bike, and it rides like a race bike on and off the track, but you don't have to be a pro to enjoy it.