Aprilia RSV4 1100 Factory 2021 vs. Ducati Panigale V4 S 2018

Aprilia RSV4 1100 Factory 2021

Aprilia RSV4 1100 Factory 2021

Ducati Panigale V4 S 2018

Ducati Panigale V4 S 2018

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Overview - Aprilia RSV4 1100 Factory 2021 vs Ducati Panigale V4 S 2018

The Aprilia RSV4 1100 Factory model year 2021 and the Ducati Panigale V4 S model year 2018 are both high-performance supersport motorcycles that offer impressive power and advanced technology.

Starting with the Aprilia RSV4 1100 Factory 2021, it is equipped with a V4 engine that produces 217 HP of power and 122 Nm of torque. The engine is incredibly powerful and provides a wonderful feeling for the front wheel. The bike features a DOHC valve system and has a displacement of 1099cc. The suspension system is composed of an upside-down telescopic fork at the front and a monoshock at the rear, both from Öhlins. The suspension is adjustable for compression, rebound, and preload, allowing for precise tuning. The chassis is made of aluminum, providing a lightweight and rigid structure. The braking system consists of double disk brakes with a diameter of 330mm, using radial monoblock calipers from Brembo. The bike is equipped with advanced rider assistance systems such as ABS, riding modes, cornering ABS, launch control, ride by wire, quickshifter, traction control, and anti-wheelie. The dimensions and weights of the RSV4 1100 Factory include a front tire width of 120mm, a rear tire width of 200mm, a wheelbase of 1420mm, a seat height of 851mm, a kerb weight of 199kg (with ABS), and a fuel tank capacity of 18.5 liters.

On the other hand, the Ducati Panigale V4 S 2018 is also powered by a V4 engine, producing 214 HP of power and 124 Nm of torque. The engine features a desmodromic valve system and has a displacement of 1103cc. The suspension system consists of an upside-down telescopic fork at the front and a monoshock at the rear, both from Öhlins. The suspension is adjustable for compression, preload, and rebound. The chassis is made of aluminum, providing a lightweight and sturdy frame. The braking system includes double disk brakes with a diameter of 330mm, using radial monoblock calipers from Brembo. The bike is equipped with ABS as an advanced rider assistance system. The dimensions and weights of the Panigale V4 S include a front tire width of 120mm, a rear tire width of 200mm, a wheelbase of 1469mm, a seat height of 830mm, a kerb weight of 195kg (with ABS), and a fuel tank capacity of 16 liters.

Aprilia RSV4 1100 Factory 2021

Aprilia RSV4 1100 Factory 2021

In terms of strengths, the Aprilia RSV4 1100 Factory 2021 offers a great electronic chassis that provides a perfect set-up directly from the showroom. The bike's engine is incredibly powerful, and it offers a wonderful feeling for the front wheel. The seating position is great, and fast lap times are easily achievable in standard condition.

On the other hand, the Ducati Panigale V4 S 2018 has a dreambike image and excellent brakes. The seating position is pleasant, even for taller riders, and the bike offers an enormous lean angle potential. The leading electronics package and impressive engine power make it suitable for both fast riders and hobby riders. The handling of the Panigale V4 S is also impressive, allowing riders to finish the bend early and accelerate quickly.

Ducati Panigale V4 S 2018

Ducati Panigale V4 S 2018

However, both bikes have their weaknesses. The Aprilia RSV4 1100 Factory 2021 has a slightly too long standard transmission and a cheap-looking clutch lever. The quickshifter requires discipline for perfect function, and the screen display is coarse.

On the other hand, the Ducati Panigale V4 S 2018 has a seat that warms up noticeably, which can be uncomfortable in summer. The seat-tank combination offers little grip in the braking zone, and stability at the limit may require caution with tuning measures and discipline with seat position on fast and bumpy sections.

In conclusion, both the Aprilia RSV4 1100 Factory 2021 and the Ducati Panigale V4 S 2018 are impressive supersport motorcycles with powerful engines, advanced technology, and high-performance components. The choice between the two would depend on personal preferences and priorities, such as seating position, handling characteristics, and brand image.

Technical Specifications Aprilia RSV4 1100 Factory 2021 compared to Ducati Panigale V4 S 2018

Aprilia RSV4 1100 Factory 2021
Ducati Panigale V4 S 2018

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeVEngine typeV
Engine powerEngine power217 HPEngine power214 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power13,200 rpmRpm at Max. Power13,000 rpm
TorqueTorque122 NmTorque124 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque11,000 rpmRpm at Torque10,000 rpm
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath, AntihoppingClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders4Cylinders4
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDesmodromic
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement1,099 ccmDisplacement1,103 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
BrandBrandÖhlinsBrandÖhlins
AdjustmentAdjustmentCompression, ReboundAdjustmentCompression, Preload, Rebound

Suspension Rear

Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
BrandBrandÖhlinsBrandÖhlins
AdjustmentAdjustmentCompression, Preload, ReboundAdjustmentCompression, Preload, Rebound

Chassis

FrameFrameAluminiumFrameAluminium

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter330 mmDiameter330 mm
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
TechnologyTechnologyradial, MonoblockTechnologyradial, Monoblock
BrandBrandBremboBrandBrembo

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter220 mmDiameter245 mm
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonDouble piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Cornering ABS, Launch-Control, Ride by Wire, Quickshifter, Traction control, Anti-wheelieAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS

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 width200 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height55 %Rear tyre height60 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
WheelbaseWheelbase1,420 mmWheelbase1,469 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height851 mmSeat Height830 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)199 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)195 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity18.5 lFuel Tank Capacity16 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Aprilia RSV4 1100 Factory 2021

Aprilia RSV4 1100 Factory 2021

You want a motorbike that serves you good lap times without a single movement and without any further investment? Then take the Aprilia RSV4 Factory. Out of the box, it's the bike that hits the fast line the easiest, giving hobby racers and energetic riders instant good lap times. On corner exit, the power can be used even better in 2021 - the new ECU does a good job. The exclusive dream bike from Noale has been made better once again.

Great electronic chassis offers playfully perfect set-up directly from the showroom

incredibly powerful engine

wonderful feeling for the front wheel

great seating position

fast lap times are simply unbelievably easy in standard condition.

slightly too long standard transmission

cheap-looking clutch lever

quickshifter requires discipline for perfect function

coarse screen display

Ducati Panigale V4 S 2018

Ducati Panigale V4 S 2018

The S version, on the other hand, is recommended for both road and racing riders. If the bike is ridden more ambitiously by a racer on the race track, the suspension will maintain its performance longer than with the basic version, whereby a slight adjustment of the front spring rate (for racers) is recommended. The lighter wheels have a noticeable effect on the handling. It is unbelievable to what a high level of innovation and technology in motorbike construction this bike has been raised. I have never experienced electronics that respond so sensitively.

Dreambike image par excellence

Excellent brakes

Pleasant seating position even for taller riders

Enormous lean angle potential

Leading electronics package

Impressive engine power that is, however, finely controllable

Fast riders and hobby riders alike can make good use of the machine's potential within the scope of their possibilities

Ingenious handling - the bike is always finished with the bend early and is ready for acceleration.

Seat warms up noticeably. Nice in winter, definitely uncomfortable in summer

seat-tank combination is comfortable, but offers little grip in the braking zone

stability at the limit. Caution with tuning measures and discipline with seat position on fast and bumpy sections necessary.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Aprilia RSV4 1100 Factory vs Ducati Panigale V4 S

There are a few key differences between a Aprilia RSV4 1100 Factory 2021 and a Ducati Panigale V4 S 2018. In terms of price, the actual average prices of both motorbikes are almost the same. Compared to Ducati Panigale V4 S 2018 there are more Aprilia RSV4 1100 Factory 2021 bikes available on the 1000PS.de Marketplace, specifically 7 compared to 5. It takes less time to sell a Ducati Panigale V4 S with 97 days compared to 135 days for the Aprilia RSV4 1100 Factory. Since model year 2019 1000PS.de editors have written 15 reviews for the Aprilia RSV4 1100 Factory and 21 reviews for the Ducati Panigale V4 S since model year 2018. The first review for the Aprilia RSV4 1100 Factory was published on 11/3/2018 and now has more than 61,300 views. This compares to more than 131,500 views for the first review on Ducati Panigale V4 S published on 11/5/2017.

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