Ducati Panigale V4 S 2026 vs. Kawasaki Ninja H2 SX SE 2026

Ducati Panigale V4 S 2026

Ducati Panigale V4 S 2026

Kawasaki Ninja H2 SX SE 2026

Kawasaki Ninja H2 SX SE 2026

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Technical Specifications Ducati Panigale V4 S 2026 compared to Kawasaki Ninja H2 SX SE 2026

Ducati Panigale V4 S 2026
Kawasaki Ninja H2 SX SE 2026
Ducati Panigale V4 S 2026
Ducati Panigale V4 S 2026
Kawasaki Ninja H2 SX SE 2026
Kawasaki Ninja H2 SX SE 2026

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeVEngine typeIn line
BoreBore81 mmBore76 mm
StrokeStroke53.5 mmStroke55 mm
Engine powerEngine power216 HPEngine power200 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power13,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power11,000 rpm
TorqueTorque120.9 NmTorque137.3 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque11,250 rpmRpm at Torque8,500 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio14 Compression Ratio11.2
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
CylindersCylinders4Cylinders4
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesDesmodromicValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement1,103 ccmDisplacement998 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
DiameterDiameter43 mmDiameter43 mm
TravelTravel125 mmTravel120 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentCompression, Preload, ReboundAdjustmentCompression, Preload, Rebound

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSingle swing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
TravelTravel130 mmTravel139 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentCompression, Preload, ReboundAdjustmentCompression, Preload, Rebound
MaterialMaterialAluminiumMaterialAluminium

Chassis

FrameFrameAluminiumFrameSteel
Frame typeFrame typeMonocoqueFrame typeTubular
RakeRake24 degreeRake24.7 degree
TrailTrail98 mmTrail103 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter330 mmDiameter320 mm
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
Shock mountShock mountSemi-SchwimmsattelShock mountFloating caliper
TechnologyTechnologyradial, MonoblockTechnologyradial, Monoblock
BrandBrandBremboBrandBrembo

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter245 mmDiameter250 mm
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonDouble piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Suspension electronically adjustable, Riding modes, Cornering ABS, Launch-Control, Ride by Wire, Quickshifter, Shift assistant with blipper, Traction control, Anti-wheelie, Modern electronics, SuspensionAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Hill start assist, Suspension electronically adjustable, Riding modes, Cornering ABS, Launch-Control, Ride by Wire, Shift assistant with blipper, Cruise control, Traction control

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 height60 %Rear tyre height55 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
WheelbaseWheelbase1,485 mmWheelbase1,480 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height850 mmSeat Height835 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity17 lFuel Tank Capacity19 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA
RangeRange261 kmRange351 km
Combined CO2 emissionsCombined CO2 emissions151 g/kmCombined CO2 emissions128 g/km
Combined fuel consumptionCombined fuel consumption6.5 l/100kmCombined fuel consumption5.4 l/100km
Euro NormEuro NormEuro 5+Euro NormEuro 5+

Equipment

EquipmentEquipmentLED-Headlights, TFT display, Modern electronics, LightingEquipmentConnectivity, Heated grips, Cornering lights, LED-Headlights, TFT display

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Ducati Panigale V4 S 2026

Ducati Panigale V4 S 2026

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+

Price

Kawasaki Ninja H2 SX SE 2026

Kawasaki Ninja H2 SX SE 2026

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Ducati Panigale V4 S vs Kawasaki Ninja H2 SX SE

Price Ducati Panigale V4 S

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Price Kawasaki Ninja H2 SX SE

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