Aprilia RSV4 RF 2017 vs. Ducati 1299 Panigale S 2016

Aprilia RSV4 RF 2017

Ducati 1299 Panigale S 2016
Overview - Aprilia RSV4 RF 2017 vs Ducati 1299 Panigale S 2016

Aprilia RSV4 RF 2017

Ducati 1299 Panigale S 2016
Technical Specifications Aprilia RSV4 RF 2017 compared to Ducati 1299 Panigale S 2016
Pros and Cons in comparison
Pros and Cons in comparison
Aprilia RSV4 RF 2017

The Aprilia RSV4 RF is a compact power rocket that requires an expert hand to make perfect use of its strengths. It tends to get bumpy at the front when accelerating, which can be managed with the right weight shift and looseness on the handlebars. Brutal acceleration in front of an impressive sound backdrop (with Akrapovic exhaust) meets hard deceleration in the braking zone thanks to grown 330 discs. On the entry, the RSV stabs precisely into the radius and reacts almost like a 600cc in bends. The numerous electronic riding aids demand some occupation and attention as to which settings one has just saved.
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.