Suzuki GSX-R 1000 R 2017 vs. Ducati Panigale V2 2020

Suzuki GSX-R 1000 R 2017

Suzuki GSX-R 1000 R 2017

Ducati Panigale V2 2020

Ducati Panigale V2 2020

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Overview - Suzuki GSX-R 1000 R 2017 vs Ducati Panigale V2 2020

In terms of engine specifications, the Suzuki GSX-R 1000 R 2017 has an in-line engine type with a bore of 76 mm and a stroke of 55.1 mm. It produces an impressive engine power of 202 HP and a torque of 118 Nm. The compression ratio is 13.2, and it has four cylinders with four valves per cylinder. The valves are DOHC, and the displacement is 999 ccm. On the other hand, the Ducati Panigale V2 2020 has a V-type engine with a bore of 100 mm and a stroke of 60.8 mm. It generates a slightly lower engine power of 155 HP and a torque of 104 Nm. The compression ratio is 12.5, and it has two cylinders with four valves per cylinder. The valves are Desmodromic, and the displacement is 955 ccm.

Both motorcycles feature upside-down telescopic forks for the front suspension. The suspension technology is Big Piston, and the brand is Showa. The diameter of the front forks is 43 mm, and they offer adjustment options for compression, preload, and rebound. The rear suspension of the Suzuki GSX-R 1000 R 2017 is a swing arm with a monoshock, while the Ducati Panigale V2 2020 has a single swing arm with a monoshock. The rear suspension brand for the Suzuki is Showa, while the Ducati uses Sachs. Both motorcycles have suspension adjustments for compression, preload, and rebound. The material of the rear suspension is aluminum for both bikes.

In terms of the chassis, both motorcycles have an aluminum frame. However, the Suzuki GSX-R 1000 R 2017 has a twin-tube, twin-spar frame type, while the Ducati Panigale V2 2020 has a monocoque frame type. The rake angle for both motorcycles is 66 degrees, and the trail is 95 mm for the Suzuki and 94 mm for the Ducati.

Suzuki GSX-R 1000 R 2017

Suzuki GSX-R 1000 R 2017

For the braking system, both motorcycles have double disk brakes at the front with a diameter of 320 mm. The actuation is hydraulic, and the technology is radial, monoblock. The brand for the front brakes is Brembo for both bikes.

In terms of advanced rider assistance systems, both motorcycles offer various features. The Suzuki GSX-R 1000 R 2017 includes ABS, riding modes, ride by wire, and traction control. On the other hand, the Ducati Panigale V2 2020 offers riding modes, cornering ABS, ride by wire, quickshifter, traction control, and anti-wheelie.

In terms of dimensions and weights, both motorcycles have a front tire width of 120 mm and a front tire diameter of 17 inches. The rear tire width is 190 mm for the Suzuki and 180 mm for the Ducati, both with a rear tire diameter of 17 inches. The wheelbase is 1410 mm for the Suzuki and 1436 mm for the Ducati. The seat height is 825 mm for the Suzuki and 840 mm for the Ducati. The kerb weight with ABS is 203 kg for the Suzuki and 200 kg for the Ducati. Both motorcycles have a fuel tank capacity of 17 liters.

Ducati Panigale V2 2020

Ducati Panigale V2 2020

In terms of strengths, the Suzuki GSX-R 1000 R 2017 is praised for its high-revving engine, stable cornering, and high-quality chassis. It is also commended for its quickshifter and performance on fast tracks. On the other hand, the Ducati Panigale V2 2020 is praised for its beautiful design, outstanding electronics package, and "experienceable" engine, ergonomics, and electronics. It is also considered a great option for supersport beginners and returners.

In terms of weaknesses, the Suzuki GSX-R 1000 R 2017 is criticized for its non-adjustable engine brake and the fact that its wheely control is linked to traction control. The Ducati Panigale V2 2020 is said to have a slight lack of horsepower compared to other engines of its size, but it is noted that there are no comparable alternatives to the V2 currently available. It is also mentioned that the true potential of the Ducati is only fully realized in Race mode.

Overall, both the Suzuki GSX-R 1000 R 2017 and the Ducati Panigale V2 2020 have their own strengths and weaknesses. The Suzuki offers a more powerful engine and a stable cornering experience, while the Ducati stands out with its design, electronics package, and overall "experienceability."

Technical Specifications Suzuki GSX-R 1000 R 2017 compared to Ducati Panigale V2 2020

Suzuki GSX-R 1000 R 2017
Ducati Panigale V2 2020

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeV
BoreBore76 mmBore100 mm
StrokeStroke55.1 mmStroke60.8 mm
Engine powerEngine power202 HPEngine power155 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power13,200 rpmRpm at Max. Power10,750 rpm
TorqueTorque118 NmTorque104 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque10,800 rpmRpm at Torque9,000 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio13.2 Compression Ratio12.5
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders4Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDesmodromic
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement999 ccmDisplacement955 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
TechnologyTechnologyBig PistonTechnologyBig Piston
BrandBrandShowaBrandShowa
DiameterDiameter43 mmDiameter43 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentCompression, Preload, ReboundAdjustmentCompression, Preload, Rebound

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSingle swing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
BrandBrandShowaBrandSachs
AdjustmentAdjustmentCompression, Preload, ReboundAdjustmentCompression, Preload, Rebound
MaterialMaterialAluminiumMaterialAluminium

Chassis

FrameFrameAluminiumFrameAluminium
Frame typeFrame typeTwin Tube, Twin-SparFrame typeMonocoque
RakeRake66.8 degreeRake66 degree
TrailTrail95 mmTrail94 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter320 mmDiameter320 mm
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
ActuationActuationHydraulicActuationHydraulic
TechnologyTechnologyradial, MonoblockTechnologyradial, Monoblock
BrandBrandBremboBrandBrembo

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter220 mmDiameter245 mm
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonDouble piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Ride by Wire, Traction controlAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsRiding modes, Cornering ABS, Ride by Wire, Quickshifter, Traction control, Anti-wheelie

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 width190 mmRear tyre width180 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height55 %Rear tyre height60 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,075 mmLength2,056 mm
HeightHeight1,150 mmHeight1,115 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,410 mmWheelbase1,436 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height825 mmSeat Height840 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)203 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)200 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity17.5 lFuel Tank Capacity17 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Suzuki GSX-R 1000 R 2017

Suzuki GSX-R 1000 R 2017

Suzuki has done a great job with the GSX-R 1000 R 2017. A powerful motorbike with a fabulously smooth torque curve. Actually unbelievable at 202 hp! The chassis is of high quality and the electronics package has no tinsel but delivers top performance.

High-revving engine

no dents in torque curve

Super stable on corner exit and radius

Great quickshifter

High-quality chassis

Terrific on fast tracks.

Engine brake not adjustable

Wheelycontrol linked to traction control

Ducati Panigale V2 2020

Ducati Panigale V2 2020

For us, the Panigale V2 is the ultimate road super sports bike. Sophisticated electronic assistance systems that leave nothing to be desired, Ducati's fun 955 cm³ two-cylinder Superquadro engine that generates more than enough power for the road with 155 hp, a great seating position and a high degree of controllability. All of this characterises the Panigale V2 and for this reason it is probably "the" country road supersports bike for us at the moment, but it also cuts a good figure on the racetrack. The Panigale V2 should appeal above all to pilots for whom 200 hp rockets are a bit too much, and to all those who have also been enchanted by this work of art on two wheels.

Beautiful and noble design - ensures many open mouths!

Outstanding electronics package ensures a lot of safety and fun in traffic

Engine, ergonomics & electronics make the machine incredibly "experienceable"!

A real insider tip for supersport beginners and returners

Just the right measure of many things, engine power, chassis, ergonomics.

Compared to other engines of this size, it would still have been nice to have one/two more horses, but there are no really comparable current alternatives to the V2

"Only" in Race mode does it show its true potential

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Suzuki GSX-R 1000 R vs Ducati Panigale V2

There are a few key differences between a Suzuki GSX-R 1000 R 2017 and a Ducati Panigale V2 2020. It takes less time to sell a Ducati Panigale V2 with 84 days compared to 176 days for the Suzuki GSX-R 1000 R. Since model year 2017 1000PS.de editors have written 13 reviews for the Suzuki GSX-R 1000 R and 9 reviews for the Ducati Panigale V2 since model year 2020. The first review for the Suzuki GSX-R 1000 R was published on 10/4/2016 and now has more than 197,700 views. This compares to more than 70,000 views for the first review on Ducati Panigale V2 published on 10/23/2019.

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