Ducati 1199 Panigale S 2012 vs. BMW S 1000 RR 2015

Ducati 1199 Panigale S 2012

Ducati 1199 Panigale S 2012

BMW S 1000 RR 2015

BMW S 1000 RR 2015

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Overview - Ducati 1199 Panigale S 2012 vs BMW S 1000 RR 2015

The Ducati 1199 Panigale S 2012 and the BMW S 1000 RR 2015 are both high-performance supersport motorcycles, but they have some key differences in terms of their technical specifications and strengths.

In terms of engine and drive train, the Ducati 1199 Panigale S 2012 has a larger bore and stroke compared to the BMW S 1000 RR 2015. This results in a slightly higher engine power for the Ducati at 195 HP compared to the BMW's 199 HP. However, the BMW has a higher torque at 113 Nm compared to the Ducati's 132 Nm. The compression ratio is also slightly higher for the BMW at 13 compared to the Ducati's 12.5. Both motorcycles have a similar displacement, with the Ducati at 1198 ccm and the BMW at 999 ccm.

Ducati 1199 Panigale S 2012

Ducati 1199 Panigale S 2012

In terms of suspension, the Ducati 1199 Panigale S 2012 has an upside-down telescopic fork in the front and a single swing arm in the rear. On the other hand, the BMW S 1000 RR 2015 has a telescopic fork in the front and a swing arm in the rear. Both motorcycles have an aluminum frame, but the Ducati has a monocoque frame type while the BMW has a twin tube frame type.

Both motorcycles have double disk brakes in the front, but the Ducati's brakes have radial, monoblock technology. The dimensions and weights of the front and rear tires are similar for both motorcycles, with the only difference being the rear tire width, with the Ducati at 200 mm and the BMW at 190 mm. The wheelbase is slightly longer for the Ducati at 1437 mm compared to the BMW's 1425 mm. The seat height is also slightly higher for the Ducati at 825 mm compared to the BMW's 815 mm. Both motorcycles have a fuel tank capacity of around 17 liters.

In terms of strengths, the Ducati 1199 Panigale S 2012 has plenty of power, a quality traction point, great ABS, electronically adjustable suspension, light weight, and immaculate brakes. On the other hand, the BMW S 1000 RR 2015 has a superb shift assistant, an incredibly powerful and rev-happy engine, a great range of accessories, and a race-ready data logging tool and calibration tool available.

BMW S 1000 RR 2015

BMW S 1000 RR 2015

However, the Ducati 1199 Panigale S 2012 has a weakness in its very high purchase price. On the other hand, the BMW S 1000 RR 2015 has a weakness in its chassis, which can quickly reach its limit in the hands of professionals.

Overall, both motorcycles offer impressive performance and features, but the Ducati 1199 Panigale S 2012 may be more suitable for riders looking for a powerful and lightweight option, while the BMW S 1000 RR 2015 may appeal to riders who value a range of accessories and advanced technology.

Technical Specifications Ducati 1199 Panigale S 2012 compared to BMW S 1000 RR 2015

Ducati 1199 Panigale S 2012
BMW S 1000 RR 2015

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore112 mmBore80 mm
StrokeStroke60.8 mmStroke49.7 mm
Engine powerEngine power195 HPEngine power199 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power10,750 rpmRpm at Max. Power13,500 rpm
TorqueTorque132 NmTorque113 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque9,000 rpmRpm at Torque10,500 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio12.5 Compression Ratio13
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
DisplacementDisplacement1,198 ccmDisplacement999 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionTelescopic fork

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSingle swing armSuspensionSwing arm

Chassis

FrameFrameAluminiumFrameAluminium
Frame typeFrame typeMonocoqueFrame typeTwin Tube

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
TechnologyTechnologyradial, MonoblockTechnologyradial

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width120 mmFront tyre width120 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height70 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter17 inchFront tyre diameter17 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width200 mmRear tyre width190 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height55 %Rear tyre height55 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,075 mmLength2,050 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,437 mmWheelbase1,425 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height825 mmSeat Height815 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity17 lFuel Tank Capacity17.5 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Ducati 1199 Panigale S 2012

Ducati 1199 Panigale S 2012

Panigale buyers will certainly have a lot of fun with the Ducati, but at the beginning of the season a lot of work has to be put into a functioning setup. On the track, we are sure that with enough know-how in the backpack, the Panigale will be able to show its full potential and the lap times will be pushed to a new level.

Plenty of power

quality traction point

great ABS

electronically adjustable suspension

light weight

immaculate brakes.

Very high purchase price.

BMW S 1000 RR 2015

BMW S 1000 RR 2015

The BMW can still score points with hard facts in 2015. If you like top performance, you have to buy the BMW. It turns out incredibly powerful at the top and drives away the rest of the field from 200. Big and heavy riders will be able to benefit from this even more. BMW didn't make it easy for themselves with this bike and put together a very universal motorbike. If you were to do a comparison test with 50 different riders (from rookie to pro), the BMW would have the best average of all 1000cc bikes. The electronic chassis, but also the riding aids, make the pros fast and the beginners safe on the road. A top recommendation for a very broad target group. Very fast hobby riders will not be 100% satisfied with the standard suspension. If you don't want to modify the chassis, you should rather go for an R1M, a Panigale S or an RSV RF. If you want to convert anyway, the S 1000 RR is the strongest and most universal base. Surprisingly, the powerful machine also rides very well on country roads. All in all, it looks like a compromise, but it never feels like one in practice.

Superb shift assistant

incredibly powerful and rev-happy engine

great range of accessories

race-ready data logging tool and calibration tool available.

Chassis quickly at the limit in the hands of professionals

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Ducati 1199 Panigale S vs BMW S 1000 RR

There are a few key differences between a Ducati 1199 Panigale S 2012 and a BMW S 1000 RR 2015. In terms of price, the actual average price of a Ducati 1199 Panigale S 2012 is about 17% higher. A Ducati 1199 Panigale S 2012 experiences a loss of 1,570 USD in one year and 2,840 USD in two years of ownership. This is offset by a loss of 1,560 USD and 840 USD for a BMW S 1000 RR 2015. Compared to BMW S 1000 RR 2015 there are less Ducati 1199 Panigale S 2012 bikes available on the 1000PS.de Marketplace, specifically 4 compared to 8. It takes less time to sell a BMW S 1000 RR with 77 days compared to 96 days for the Ducati 1199 Panigale S. Since model year 2012 1000PS.de editors have written 4 reviews for the Ducati 1199 Panigale S and 135 reviews for the BMW S 1000 RR since model year 2010. The first review for the Ducati 1199 Panigale S was published on 6/15/2012 and now has more than 24,800 views. This compares to more than 4,000 views for the first review on BMW S 1000 RR published on 4/16/2008.

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