DUCATI Panigale V4 R 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.
- DUCATI Panigale V4 R 85 cm Tallest seat here
- DUCATI Panigale V2 84 cm Lowest seat here
Spread in this comparison: about 1 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 237 hp (DUCATI Panigale V4 R).
- Torque spans 104 Nm (DUCATI Panigale V2) up to 118 Nm (DUCATI Panigale V4 R).
- Weight spans 193.5 kg (DUCATI Panigale V4 R) to 200 kg (DUCATI Panigale V2).
- Engine sizes are very close.
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| Specification | DUCATI Panigale V4 R | DUCATI Panigale V2 |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | DUCATI | DUCATI |
| Model | DUCATI Panigale V4 R | DUCATI Panigale V2 |
| Engine size | 1000cc | 1000cc |
| Power | 237hp | 155hp |
| Torque | 118nm. | 104nm. |
| Cylinders / valves | 4 cylinders, 16 valves | Twin cylinder, 8 valves |
| Weight | 193.5kg | 200kg |
| Front brake | Dual 330 mm disc ABS, (Brembo Monobloc Stylema 4 calipers) | Dual 320mm discs, 4-piston Brembo calipers (Bosch ABS) |
| Rear brake | 245 mm disc 2-pistons ABS (Brembo caliper) | 245mm single disc, Brembo caliper (Bosch ABS) |
| Seat height (cm) | 85cm | 84cm |
| Front tyre | 120/70R 17 Pirelli Diablo Supercorsa | 120/70 ZR 17 Pirelli Diablo Rosso 3 |
| Rear tyre | 200/60R 17 Pirelli Diablo Supercorsa | 180/60 ZR 17 Pirelli Diablo Rosso 3 |
| Cooling | Liquid cooling | Liquid cooling |
| Front suspension | Fully adjustable 43 mm Öhlins NPX 25/30 TiN-coated pressurized fork. Rear Suspension: | Fully adjustable Showa 43mm shock absorber |
| Rear suspension | Hydraulic spring preload adjuster, fully adjustable Ohlins TTX 36 unit, mono. | Fully adjustable aluminum mono shock absorber |
| Motorcycle type | Supersport | Supersport |
| Top speed | 350km/h | 280km/h |
| Fuel capacity / consumption | 17 L – 8 L/100km | 17 L – 6 L/100km |
| Service network | ||
| Service quality | ||
| Parts availability | ||
| Price | $45495 | $18595 |
| Brand price lists | View DUCATI price list | View DUCATI price list |
| Extra features | -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. |
-Driving modes, -Power modes -Traction Control, -Automatic tire calibration -Sachs steering damper -Quickshifter |
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2023 DUCATI Panigale V4 R vs 2023 DUCATI Panigale V2: listed specifications
The 2023 DUCATI Panigale V4 R and 2023 DUCATI Panigale V2 are closely matched in displacement, while the Panigale V4 R has more peak power and torque, and the higher listed top speed and a lower listed weight.
Engine displacement
Panigale V4 R and Panigale V2 have very similar engine displacement (1000 cc vs 1000 cc).
Peak power
Panigale V4 R has a clear listed power advantage (237 hp vs 155 hp).
Torque
Panigale V4 R has a modest listed torque advantage (118 Nm vs 104 Nm).
Listed top speed
Panigale V4 R has a clear listed top-speed advantage (350 km/h vs 280 km/h).
Cooling
Both motorcycles are listed as liquid-cooled.
Weight and seat height
Panigale V4 R has a modest listed weight advantage (193.5 kg vs 200 kg). Panigale V4 R and Panigale V2 have very similar seat heights (85 cm vs 84 cm).
Conclusion
The measurable differences are therefore concentrated in peak power, torque, listed top speed and weight, while displacement and seat height remain relatively close.
Frequently asked questions
What is the top speed of DUCATI Panigale V4 R vs DUCATI Panigale V2?
DUCATI Panigale V4 R is listed at 350 km/h (217 mph) vs 280 km/h (174 mph) for DUCATI Panigale V2.
Which has more horsepower, DUCATI Panigale V4 R or DUCATI Panigale V2?
DUCATI Panigale V4 R has 237 hp compared with 155 hp on the DUCATI Panigale V2.
Which is lighter, DUCATI Panigale V4 R or DUCATI Panigale V2?
DUCATI Panigale V4 R is lighter at 194 kg vs 200 kg for DUCATI Panigale V2.
Which is better, DUCATI Panigale V4 R 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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