DUCATI Panigale V4 S vs DUCATI Panigale V2 Bayliss
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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 S 85 cm Tallest seat here
- DUCATI Panigale V2 Bayliss 83.5 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 Bayliss) up to 215.5 hp (DUCATI Panigale V4 S).
- Torque spans 104 Nm (DUCATI Panigale V2 Bayliss) up to 123.6 Nm (DUCATI Panigale V4 S).
- Weight spans 197 kg (DUCATI Panigale V2 Bayliss) to 198.5 kg (DUCATI Panigale V4 S).
- Engine sizes are very close.
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| Specification | DUCATI Panigale V4 S | DUCATI Panigale V2 Bayliss |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | DUCATI | DUCATI |
| Model | DUCATI Panigale V4 S | DUCATI Panigale V2 Bayliss |
| Engine size | 1000cc | 1000cc |
| Power | 215.5hp | 155hp |
| Torque | 123.6nm. | 104nm. |
| Cylinders / valves | 4 cylinders, 16 valves | Twin cylinder, 8 valves |
| Weight | 198.5kg | 197kg |
| Front brake | 330 mm dual-disc brake, radial Brembo Monobloc Stylema 4-piston caliper | Dual 320mm Discs ABS (Brembo calipers) |
| Rear brake | Single-disc brake with a diameter of 245 mm, equipped with a 2-piston caliper. | 245mm Disc ABS (Brembo calipers) |
| Seat height (cm) | 85cm | 83.5cm |
| Front tyre | 120/70ZR17 Pirelli Diablo Rosso Supercorsa SP | 120/70ZR17 Pirelli Diablo Rosso 4 Corsa |
| Rear tyre | 200/60ZR17 Pirelli Diablo Rosso Supercorsa SP | 180/60ZR17 Pirelli Diablo Rosso 4 Corsa |
| Cooling | Liquid cooling | Liquid cooling |
| Front suspension | Fully adjustable Showa BPF fork with 43 mm chrome-plated inner tubes. | Öhlins NIX30 43mm, TiN-coated, fully adjustable. |
| Rear suspension | Fully adjustable Sachs unit. Aluminum single-sided swingarm. | Fully adjustable Öhlins TTX36 mono shock. |
| Motorcycle type | Supersport | Supersport |
| Top speed | 340km/h | 280km/h |
| Fuel capacity / consumption | 17 L – 7.6 L/100km | 17 L – 6 L/100km |
| Service network | ||
| Service quality | ||
| Parts availability | ||
| Price | $32195 | $22995 |
| Brand price lists | View DUCATI price list | View DUCATI price list |
| Extra features | -Riding Modes, Power Modes, Bosch 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, Sachs steering damper, Quick adjustment buttons, Auto-off indicators, Chain guard. |
-Riding Modes, Power Modes, Bosch Cornering ABS EVO, Ducati Traction Control (DTC) EVO 2, Ducati Wheelie Control (DWC) EVO, Engine Brake Control (EBC) EVO, Automatic tire calibration. -Ducati Quick Shift (DQS) up/down EVO 2, Daytime Running Light (DRL) with Full LED lighting, Öhlins steering damper, Auto-off indicators, Lithium-ion battery, Carbon fiber and titanium exhaust end cap. |
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2023 DUCATI Panigale V4 S vs 2023 DUCATI Panigale V2 Bayliss: listed specifications
The 2023 DUCATI Panigale V4 S and 2023 DUCATI Panigale V2 Bayliss are closely matched in weight and displacement, while the Panigale V4 S has more peak power and torque, and the higher listed top speed.
Engine displacement
Panigale V4 S and Panigale V2 Bayliss have very similar engine displacement (1000 cc vs 1000 cc).
Peak power
Panigale V4 S has a clear listed power advantage (215.5 hp vs 155 hp).
Torque
Panigale V4 S has a clear listed torque advantage (123.6 Nm vs 104 Nm).
Listed top speed
Panigale V4 S has a clear listed top-speed advantage (340 km/h vs 280 km/h).
Cooling
Both motorcycles are listed as liquid-cooled.
Weight and seat height
Panigale V4 S and Panigale V2 Bayliss have very similar listed weights (198.5 kg vs 197 kg). Panigale V2 Bayliss has a lower listed seat height (83.5 cm vs 85 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 V4 S vs DUCATI Panigale V2 Bayliss?
DUCATI Panigale V4 S is listed at 340 km/h (211 mph) vs 280 km/h (174 mph) for DUCATI Panigale V2 Bayliss.
Which has more horsepower, DUCATI Panigale V4 S or DUCATI Panigale V2 Bayliss?
DUCATI Panigale V4 S has 216 hp compared with 155 hp on the DUCATI Panigale V2 Bayliss.
Which is lighter, DUCATI Panigale V4 S or DUCATI Panigale V2 Bayliss?
DUCATI Panigale V2 Bayliss is lighter at 197 kg vs 199 kg for DUCATI Panigale V4 S.
Which is better, DUCATI Panigale V4 S or DUCATI Panigale V2 Bayliss?
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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