2024 YAMAHA YZF-R1M vs DUCATI Panigale V2
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Technical score (estimate)
Weighted mix of power, torque, power-to-weight, top speed and lighter weight within this comparison only. Not a real-world verdict — riding style and roads matter.
Usage fit (estimate)
Rough scores for city riding, touring, sporty riding and new riders — mix of specs and bike category. Same caveats as the technical score: traffic, skill and tyres matter.
City / commute
Touring / long rides
Sporty riding
New rider friendly
Seat height (cm)
Figures are as in the database; boots, suspension sag and road surface change how tall the bike feels.
- 2024 YAMAHA YZF-R1M 85.5 cm Tallest seat here
- DUCATI Panigale V2 84 cm Lowest seat here
Spread in this comparison: about 1.5 cm.
Rough guide: comfortable flat-foot reach often needs inseam roughly in the same ballpark as seat height (varies a lot by ergonomics).
Auto summary from specs
Generated from the numbers in the comparison — not a review.
- Power spans 155 hp (DUCATI Panigale V2) up to 198 hp (2024 YAMAHA YZF-R1M).
- Torque spans 83 Nm (2024 YAMAHA YZF-R1M) up to 104 Nm (DUCATI Panigale V2).
- Weight spans 200 kg (DUCATI Panigale V2) to 203 kg (2024 YAMAHA YZF-R1M).
- Engine sizes are very close.
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| Specification | YAMAHA YZF-R1M | DUCATI Panigale V2 |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | YAMAHA | DUCATI |
| Model | YAMAHA YZF-R1M | DUCATI Panigale V2 |
| Engine size | 1000cc | 1000cc |
| Power | 198hp | 155hp |
| Torque | 83nm. | 104nm. |
| Cylinders / valves | 4 cylinders, 16 valves | Twin cylinder, 8 valves |
| Weight | 203kg | 200kg |
| Front brake | Dual 320mm hydraulic disc; Brake Control System and ABS | Dual 320mm discs, 4-piston Brembo calipers (Bosch ABS) |
| Rear brake | 220mm hydraulic disc; Brake Control System and ABS | 245mm single disc, Brembo caliper (Bosch ABS) |
| Seat height (cm) | 85.5cm | 84cm |
| Front tyre | 120/70ZR17 Bridgestone® BATTLAX RACING STREET RS11 | 120/70 ZR 17 Pirelli Diablo Rosso 3 |
| Rear tyre | 200/55ZR17 Bridgestone® BATTLAX RACING STREET RS11 | 180/60 ZR 17 Pirelli Diablo Rosso 3 |
| Cooling | Liquid cooling | Liquid cooling |
| Front suspension | 43mm Öhlins® Electronic Racing Suspension NPX fork, fully adjustable; 4.7-in travel | Fully adjustable Showa 43mm shock absorber |
| Rear suspension | Öhlins® Electronic Racing Suspension single shock, fully adjustable; 4.7-in travel | Fully adjustable aluminum mono shock absorber |
| Motorcycle type | Supersport | Supersport |
| Top speed | 320km/h | 280km/h |
| Fuel capacity / consumption | 17 L – 8 L/100km | 17 L – 6 L/100km |
| Service network | ||
| Service quality | ||
| Parts availability | ||
| Price | $27399 | $18595 |
| Brand price lists | View YAMAHA price list | View DUCATI price list |
| Extra features | -Launch Control System (LCS), Lean Angle-Sensitive Traction Control System (TCS) -Lift Control System (LIF), MotoGP®-Developed Slide Control System (SCS) -Power Delivery Mode (PWR), Ride-by-Wire Throttle System -Up & Down Quick Shift System (QSS), Variable Intake System |
-Driving modes, -Power modes -Traction Control, -Automatic tire calibration -Sachs steering damper -Quickshifter |
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2024 YAMAHA YZF-R1M vs 2023 DUCATI Panigale V2: listed specifications
The 2024 YAMAHA YZF-R1M and 2023 DUCATI Panigale V2 are closely matched in weight and displacement, while the YZF-R1M has more peak power, and the higher listed top speed, and the Panigale V2 has more torque.
Engine displacement
YZF-R1M and Panigale V2 have very similar engine displacement (1000 cc vs 1000 cc).
Peak power
YZF-R1M has a clear listed power advantage (198 hp vs 155 hp).
Torque
Panigale V2 has a clear listed torque advantage (104 Nm vs 83 Nm).
Listed top speed
YZF-R1M has a clear listed top-speed advantage (320 km/h vs 280 km/h).
Cooling
Both motorcycles are listed as liquid-cooled.
Weight and seat height
YZF-R1M and Panigale V2 have very similar listed weights (203 kg vs 200 kg). Panigale V2 has a lower listed seat height (84 cm vs 85.5 cm).
Conclusion
The measurable differences are therefore concentrated in peak power, torque, listed top speed and seat height, while displacement and weight remain relatively close.
Frequently asked questions
What is the top speed of YAMAHA YZF-R1M vs DUCATI Panigale V2?
YAMAHA YZF-R1M is listed at 320 km/h (199 mph) vs 280 km/h (174 mph) for DUCATI Panigale V2.
Which has more horsepower, YAMAHA YZF-R1M or DUCATI Panigale V2?
YAMAHA YZF-R1M has 198 hp compared with 155 hp on the DUCATI Panigale V2.
Which is lighter, YAMAHA YZF-R1M or DUCATI Panigale V2?
DUCATI Panigale V2 is lighter at 200 kg vs 203 kg for YAMAHA YZF-R1M.
Which is better, YAMAHA YZF-R1M or DUCATI Panigale V2?
It depends on your riding style. Compare top speed, weight, fuel use and price in the table on this page, then vote for the bike you prefer.
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