Ducati 1299 Panigale S 2016 vs. Ducati Panigale V4 S 2025

Ducati 1299 Panigale S 2016

Ducati Panigale V4 S 2025

Overview - Ducati 1299 Panigale S 2016 vs Ducati Panigale V4 S 2025

Ducati 1299 Panigale S 2016

Ducati Panigale V4 S 2025

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Technical Specifications Ducati 1299 Panigale S 2016 compared to Ducati Panigale V4 S 2025

Ducati 1299 Panigale S 2016

Ducati Panigale V4 S 2025

Ducati 1299 Panigale S 2016

Ducati Panigale V4 S 2025

Engine and Drive Train

Bore	Bore	116 mm	Bore	81 mm
Stroke	Stroke	60.8 mm	Stroke	53.5 mm
Engine power	Engine power	205 HP	Engine power	216 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	10,500 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	13,500 rpm
Torque	Torque	144.6 Nm	Torque	120.9 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	8,750 rpm	Rpm at Torque	11,250 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	12.6	Compression Ratio	14
Transmission	Transmission	Chain	Transmission	Chain
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Displacement	Displacement	1,285 ccm	Displacement	1,103 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork
Brand	Brand	Öhlins	Brand	Öhlins
Adjustment	Adjustment	Compression, Preload	Adjustment	Compression, Preload, Rebound

Suspension Rear

Suspension	Suspension	Single swing arm	Suspension	Swing arm
Brand	Brand	Öhlins	Brand	Öhlins
Adjustment	Adjustment	Compression, Preload	Adjustment	Compression, Preload, Rebound

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Aluminium	Frame	Aluminium
Frame type	Frame type	Monocoque	Frame type	Monocoque

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Double disk	Type	Double disk
Piston	Piston	Four pistons	Piston	Four pistons
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	60 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,437 mm	Wheelbase	1,485 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	830 mm	Seat Height	850 mm
Dry Weight (with ABS)	Dry Weight (with ABS)	166.5 kg	Dry Weight (with ABS)	187 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	17 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	17 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

Ducati Panigale V4 S 2025

The updates to the Panigale V4 S hit the mark in terms of riding dynamics. At first glance, more stability and better turning seem to be contradictory development goals, but they are combined in the 2025 model, not least thanks to the switch to the double sided swing arm. The new Pani is as fast as an arrow and is now much more suited to hobby racers. But the following still applies: fun costs money - you have to dig deep into your pockets for the S version tested here.

Superb neutral handling with an urge for a tight line

Stability when accelerating, no more stirring

Improved ergonomics, less demanding

Great and innovative Advanced Rider Assistance Systems benefit hobby racers in particular

216 Horsepower despite Euro 5+

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