Yamaha R1M 2019 vs. Ducati Panigale V4 2018

When comparing the Yamaha R1M 2019 and the Ducati Panigale V4 2018, it is important to consider their technical specifications and strengths and weaknesses.

In terms of technical specifications, the Yamaha R1M 2019 has a bore of 79 mm and a stroke of 50.9 mm, while the Ducati Panigale V4 2018 has a bore of 81 mm and a stroke of 53.5 mm. The Yamaha R1M has a slightly smaller displacement of 998cc compared to the Ducati Panigale V4's 1103cc. However, the Ducati Panigale V4 has a higher power output of 214 HP compared to the Yamaha R1M's 200 HP. The Ducati Panigale V4 also has a higher torque of 124 Nm compared to the Yamaha R1M's 112.4 Nm. Both bikes have a 4-cylinder engine with 4 valves per cylinder, but the Yamaha R1M uses DOHC valves while the Ducati Panigale V4 uses Desmodromic valves. The Yamaha R1M has a compression ratio of 13, while the Ducati Panigale V4 has a slightly higher compression ratio of 14.

Yamaha R1M 2019

In terms of suspension, both bikes have a telescopic fork suspension at the front, but the Yamaha R1M uses Öhlins suspension while the Ducati Panigale V4 uses Showa suspension. Both bikes have Öhlins suspension at the rear, but the Ducati Panigale V4 uses Sachs suspension. Both bikes have an aluminum frame, but the Yamaha R1M has a Deltabox frame while the Ducati Panigale V4 has a Monocoque frame.

Both bikes have dual disc front brakes. The Yamaha R1M has advanced rider assistance systems such as launch control, traction control, and anti-wheelie, while the Ducati Panigale V4 has ABS.

In terms of dimensions and weights, both bikes have a front tire width of 120 mm and a rear tire width of 200 mm, with a 17-inch diameter for both front and rear tires. The Yamaha R1M has a shorter wheelbase of 1405 mm compared to the Ducati Panigale V4's 1469 mm. The Yamaha R1M has a higher seat height of 855 mm compared to the Ducati Panigale V4's 830 mm. The Yamaha R1M weighs 200 kg with ABS, while the Ducati Panigale V4 weighs slightly less at 198 kg with ABS. Both bikes have a fuel tank capacity of 16-17 liters.

Ducati Panigale V4 2018

In terms of strengths, the Yamaha R1M 2019 is praised for its powerful engine, clean throttle response, electronic Öhlins suspension, and suitability for racing with slick tires. On the other hand, the Ducati Panigale V4 2018 is praised for its powerful engine with charisma and good manners, pleasant upright body position compared to other supersport bikes, sufficiently dimensioned chassis for rural roads, powerful but non-intrusive sound, and good wind protection.

In terms of weaknesses, the Yamaha R1M 2019 is criticized for its less satisfactory ABS system. The Ducati Panigale V4 2018 is criticized for its seat heating up in urban traffic and the engine/clutch feeling a bit rough in tight corners.