DUCATI Panigale V2 vs 2024 YAMAHA YZF-R1
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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.
- DUCATI Panigale V2 84 cm Lowest seat here
- 2024 YAMAHA YZF-R1 85.5 cm Tallest 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 197 hp (2024 YAMAHA YZF-R1).
- Torque spans 83.3 Nm (2024 YAMAHA YZF-R1) up to 104 Nm (DUCATI Panigale V2).
- Weight spans 200 kg (DUCATI Panigale V2) to 201 kg (2024 YAMAHA YZF-R1).
- Engine sizes are very close.
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| Specification | DUCATI Panigale V2 | YAMAHA YZF-R1 |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | DUCATI | YAMAHA |
| Model | DUCATI Panigale V2 | YAMAHA YZF-R1 |
| Engine size | 1000cc | 1000cc |
| Power | 155hp | 197hp |
| Torque | 104nm. | 83.3nm. |
| Cylinders / valves | Twin cylinder, 8 valves | 4 cylinders, 16 valves |
| Weight | 200kg | 201kg |
| Front brake | Dual 320mm discs, 4-piston Brembo calipers (Bosch ABS) | Dual 320mm hydraulic disc; Brake Control System and ABS |
| Rear brake | 245mm single disc, Brembo caliper (Bosch ABS) | 220mm hydraulic disc; Brake Control System and ABS |
| Seat height (cm) | 84cm | 85.5cm |
| Front tyre | 120/70 ZR 17 Pirelli Diablo Rosso 3 | 120/70ZR17 Bridgestone® BATTLAX RACING STREET RS11 |
| Rear tyre | 180/60 ZR 17 Pirelli Diablo Rosso 3 | 190/55ZR17 Bridgestone® BATTLAX RACING STREET RS11 |
| Cooling | Liquid cooling | Liquid cooling |
| Front suspension | Fully adjustable Showa 43mm shock absorber | 43mm KYB® inverted fork, fully adjustable; 4.7-in travel |
| Rear suspension | Fully adjustable aluminum mono shock absorber | KYB® single shock, fully adjustable; 4.7-in travel |
| Motorcycle type | Supersport | Supersport |
| Top speed | 280km/h | 320km/h |
| Fuel capacity / consumption | 17 L – 6 L/100km | 17 L – 7.5 L/100km |
| Service network | ||
| Service quality | ||
| Parts availability | ||
| Price | $18595 | $18399 |
| Brand price lists | View DUCATI price list | View YAMAHA price list |
| Extra features | -Driving modes, -Power modes -Traction Control, -Automatic tire calibration -Sachs steering damper -Quickshifter |
-Ride-by-Wire Throttle System, MotoGP®-Level Controllability -Variable Intake System, Power Delivery Mode (PWR) -Lean Angle-Sensitive Traction Control System (TCS) -MotoGP®-Developed Slide Control System (SCS) -Lift Control System (LIF), Launch Control System (LCS) -Up & Down Quick Shift System (QSS) |
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2023 DUCATI Panigale V2 vs 2024 YAMAHA YZF-R1: listed specifications
The 2023 DUCATI Panigale V2 and 2024 YAMAHA YZF-R1 are closely matched in weight and displacement, while the Panigale V2 has more torque, and the YZF-R1 has more peak power, and the higher listed top speed.
Engine displacement
Panigale V2 and YZF-R1 have very similar engine displacement (1000 cc vs 1000 cc).
Peak power
YZF-R1 has a clear listed power advantage (197 hp vs 155 hp).
Torque
Panigale V2 has a clear listed torque advantage (104 Nm vs 83.3 Nm).
Listed top speed
YZF-R1 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
Panigale V2 and YZF-R1 have very similar listed weights (200 kg vs 201 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 DUCATI Panigale V2 vs YAMAHA YZF-R1?
YAMAHA YZF-R1 is listed at 320 km/h (199 mph) vs 280 km/h (174 mph) for DUCATI Panigale V2.
Which has more horsepower, DUCATI Panigale V2 or YAMAHA YZF-R1?
YAMAHA YZF-R1 has 197 hp compared with 155 hp on the DUCATI Panigale V2.
Which is lighter, DUCATI Panigale V2 or YAMAHA YZF-R1?
DUCATI Panigale V2 is lighter at 200 kg vs 201 kg for YAMAHA YZF-R1.
Which is better, DUCATI Panigale V2 or YAMAHA YZF-R1?
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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