Ducati 1299 Panigale S 2016 vs. Aprilia RSV4 RR 2015

Ducati 1299 Panigale S 2016

Aprilia RSV4 RR 2015

Overview - Ducati 1299 Panigale S 2016 vs Aprilia RSV4 RR 2015

Ducati 1299 Panigale S 2016

Aprilia RSV4 RR 2015

Technical Specifications Ducati 1299 Panigale S 2016 compared to Aprilia RSV4 RR 2015

Ducati 1299 Panigale S 2016

Aprilia RSV4 RR 2015

Ducati 1299 Panigale S 2016

Aprilia RSV4 RR 2015

Engine and Drive Train

Bore	Bore	116 mm	Bore	78 mm
Stroke	Stroke	60.8 mm	Stroke	52.3 mm
Engine power	Engine power	205 HP	Engine power	201 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	10,500 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	13,000 rpm
Torque	Torque	144.6 Nm	Torque	115 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	8,750 rpm	Rpm at Torque	10,500 rpm
Transmission	Transmission	Chain	Transmission	Chain
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Displacement	Displacement	1,285 ccm	Displacement	999.6 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork
Brand	Brand	Öhlins	Brand	Sachs

Suspension Rear

Brand	Brand	Öhlins	Brand	Sachs

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Aluminium	Frame	Aluminium

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Double disk	Type	Double disk
Technology	Technology	radial, Monoblock	Technology	radial, Monoblock
Brand	Brand	Brembo	Brand	Brembo

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	120 mm	Front tyre width	120 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	70 %	Front tyre height	70 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	17 inch	Front tyre diameter	17 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	200 mm	Rear tyre width	200 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	55 %	Rear tyre height	55 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Length	Length	2,060 mm	Length	2,040 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,437 mm	Wheelbase	1,420 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	830 mm	Seat Height	845 mm
Dry Weight (with ABS)	Dry Weight (with ABS)	166.5 kg	Dry Weight (with ABS)	180 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	17 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	18.5 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A

Pros and Cons in comparison

Ducati 1299 Panigale S 2016

With its roaring two-cylinder and heavenly looks, it still steals the show from the other bikes in the paddock when unloaded. The electronics package seems perfect, but the chassis is a little too radical. The V2 will thrill fans but could overtax rookies in the saddle.

Great electronics package

great shift assistant

looks to die for

fast as hell in expert hands

Exhausting on corner exit

narrow rev band

strong heat radiation to the rear end

Aprilia RSV4 RR 2015

The Aprilia has been perfected for the 2015 model year. It is easier to ride, but at the same time significantly stronger and faster. It scores points especially on corner entry with great feedback from the front wheel, terrific handling and lots of grip. The V4 enchants with its gripping sound and buttery response.

still great looks that appeal to everyone but are never mainstream

compact V4 engine in a sophisticated chassis = great handling

great engine tuning including well-designed engine brake control

great traction control with practical fine-tuning at the left-hand end of the handlebars.

Stability at high speeds "at the limit" - be careful when making changes to the chassis or tyres