2024 MV AGUSTA Superveloce 98 vs DUCATI Panigale V4 R
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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 MV AGUSTA Superveloce 98 83 cm Lowest seat here
- DUCATI Panigale V4 R 85 cm Tallest seat here
Spread in this comparison: about 2 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 153 hp (2024 MV AGUSTA Superveloce 98) up to 237 hp (DUCATI Panigale V4 R).
- Torque spans 88 Nm (2024 MV AGUSTA Superveloce 98) up to 118 Nm (DUCATI Panigale V4 R).
- Weight spans 185 kg (2024 MV AGUSTA Superveloce 98) to 193.5 kg (DUCATI Panigale V4 R).
- Displacement spans 800 cc (2024 MV AGUSTA Superveloce 98) to 1000 cc (DUCATI Panigale V4 R).
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| Specification | MV AGUSTA Superveloce 98 | DUCATI Panigale V4 R |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | MV AGUSTA | DUCATI |
| Model | MV AGUSTA Superveloce 98 | DUCATI Panigale V4 R |
| Engine size | 800cc | 1000cc |
| Power | 153hp | 237hp |
| Torque | 88nm. | 118nm. |
| Cylinders / valves | 3 cylinders, 12 valves | 4 cylinders, 16 valves |
| Weight | 185kg | 193.5kg |
| Front brake | Double floating disc with Ø 320 mm (Ø 12.6 in.) diameter, with steel braking disc and flange, Brembo radial-type Stylema, with 4 pistons Ø 30 mm (Ø 1.18 in.). | Dual 330 mm disc ABS, (Brembo Monobloc Stylema 4 calipers) |
| Rear brake | Single steel disc with Ø 220 mm (Ø 8.66 in.) dia, Brembo with 2 pistons - Ø 34 mm (Ø 1.34 in.) | 245 mm disc 2-pistons ABS (Brembo caliper) |
| Seat height (cm) | 83cm | 85cm |
| Front tyre | 120/70 - ZR 17 M/C (58 W) | 120/70R 17 Pirelli Diablo Supercorsa |
| Rear tyre | 180/55 - ZR 17 M/C (73 W) | 200/60R 17 Pirelli Diablo Supercorsa |
| Cooling | Liquid cooling | Liquid cooling |
| Front suspension | Marzocchi “upside-down” telescopic hydraulic fork with TiN low friction treatment; external compression, rebound and spring preload adjustment | Fully adjustable 43 mm Öhlins NPX 25/30 TiN-coated pressurized fork. Rear Suspension: |
| Rear suspension | Progressive, Sachs single shock absorber with rebound and compression damping and spring preload adjustment | Hydraulic spring preload adjuster, fully adjustable Ohlins TTX 36 unit, mono. |
| Motorcycle type | Supersport | Supersport |
| Top speed | 240km/h | 350km/h |
| Fuel capacity / consumption | 16.5 L – 6.7 L/100km | 17 L – 8 L/100km |
| Service network | ||
| Service quality | ||
| Parts availability | ||
| Price | $33598 | $45495 |
| Brand price lists | View MV AGUSTA price list | View DUCATI price list |
| Extra features | Titanium components Intake and exhaust valves Exclusive content Dashboard TFT 5.5” color display - Cruise control Launch control - FLC (Front Lift Control) Bluetooth - GPS - MV Ride App for navigation mirroring, app-controlled engine, rider aids setup - Fuel Cap (with leather strap) - Alcantara rider and passanger seat - Mobisat anti-theft system with geolocation |
-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, Automatic tire calibration. -Ducati Power Launch (DPL), Ducati Quick Shift (DQS) up/down EVO 2, Daytime Running Light (DRL)** with Full LED lighting, Öhlins steering damper, Quick adjustment buttons, Lithium-ion battery, Auto-off indicators, Racing-style grips, Chain guard, Marchesini forged aluminum wheels, Carbon fiber front fender, Carbon fiber heat shield, Carbon fiber wings, Bike-specific billet aluminum steering head with the bike number, High-flow air filter. |
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2024 MV AGUSTA Superveloce 98 vs 2023 DUCATI Panigale V4 R: listed specifications
The 2024 MV AGUSTA Superveloce 98 and 2023 DUCATI Panigale V4 R differ on the listed specifications: the Superveloce 98 has a lower listed weight, and the Panigale V4 R has more displacement, peak power and torque, and the higher listed top speed.
Engine displacement
Panigale V4 R has a clearly larger listed engine displacement (1000 cc vs 800 cc).
Peak power
Panigale V4 R has a clear listed power advantage (237 hp vs 153 hp).
Torque
Panigale V4 R has a clear listed torque advantage (118 Nm vs 88 Nm).
Listed top speed
Panigale V4 R has a clear listed top-speed advantage (350 km/h vs 240 km/h).
Cooling
Both motorcycles are listed as liquid-cooled.
Weight and seat height
Superveloce 98 has a modest listed weight advantage (185 kg vs 193.5 kg). Superveloce 98 has a lower listed seat height (83 cm vs 85 cm).
Conclusion
The measurable differences are therefore concentrated in displacement, peak power, torque, listed top speed, weight and seat height.
Frequently asked questions
What is the top speed of MV AGUSTA Superveloce 98 vs DUCATI Panigale V4 R?
DUCATI Panigale V4 R is listed at 350 km/h (217 mph) vs 240 km/h (149 mph) for MV AGUSTA Superveloce 98.
Which has more horsepower, MV AGUSTA Superveloce 98 or DUCATI Panigale V4 R?
DUCATI Panigale V4 R has 237 hp compared with 153 hp on the MV AGUSTA Superveloce 98.
Which is lighter, MV AGUSTA Superveloce 98 or DUCATI Panigale V4 R?
MV AGUSTA Superveloce 98 is lighter at 185 kg vs 194 kg for DUCATI Panigale V4 R.
Which is better, MV AGUSTA Superveloce 98 or DUCATI Panigale V4 R?
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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