2022 Ducati Panigale V4 Lineup First Look (22 Fast Facts + Photos)

This is a vital yr for the Panigale V4, with main updates for the superbike. The chassis, transmission, aerodynamics, electronics and ergonomics have all been up to date on the 2022 Ducati Panigale V4 vary, which consists of an ordinary model and the dearer S version. There are a lot of adjustments, so sit.

2022 Ducati Panigale V4 S: Pecco Bagnaia — Sure, that is Pecco Bagnaia.

Though the Desmosedici Stradale engine is unchanged, the transmission and electronics have modified the efficiency. Ducati is dedicated to creating the Panigale V4 extra track-focused than ever to offer it an edge within the production-based World Superbike Championship.

The brand new gear ratios come from the Panigale V4 R, which kinds the premise of the World Superbike racing platform for Ducati. First gear is up 11.6 % from final yr, whereas second gear is up 5.6 %. This makes first gear extra usable on the monitor and narrows the hole between first, second and third gears for improved acceleration and quickshifter management. Alternatively, sixth gear is 1.8 % larger to offer the newest Panigale V4 a better prime pace.

There are 4 energy modes for the 2022 Ducati Panigale V4, and they’re all new. You’ve gotten a selection of Full, Excessive, Medium and Low – no fuzzy naming conventions – they usually basically change the efficiency of the Desmosedici Stradale.

Full mode means enterprise. Ducati unleashes the V4 in full mode, with limitless energy and throttle response in all however first gear. Be ready for a really delicate throttle hand in the event you plan on exploiting the hardly restricted potential of the total mode.

Excessive and Medium modes are designed for mere mortals. Ducati provides every gear its personal energy curve within the excessive and medium positions with a nod to practicality.

For avenue riders, the low mode muffles issues. The utmost energy within the low place is “solely” 150 hp, whereas the main target is on simple operation of the accelerator pedal.

To additional personalize the 2022 Ducati Panigale V4 energy modes, the electronics suite has been expanded and customizable. You get the newest variations of ABS (three ranges) and the management group: traction (seven ranges), sliding (two ranges), wheelie (defeatable), launch (3 ranges), fast shifting and engine braking. Due to a six-axis IMU, cornering consciousness is a part of the bundle of digital aids.

Along with the 4 energy modes, there are additionally 4 driving modes: Race A, Race B, Sport and Avenue.

Race A mode is for racing. You get the Full energy mode and light-weight affect of the management features. ABS is entrance wheel solely in Race A.

Race B mode, additionally track-oriented, is designed for monitor days, endurance races, newer monitor riders and low-grip surfaces. Torque manufacturing is padded for the three lowest gears and the electronics do extra to right rider errors.

Sport mode ups the digital aids and provides a couple of options to the combination. There’s nonetheless 210 horsepower on faucet, though the rider shall be saved extra typically. Slide by Brake is there to keep away from excessive sides, and the discount in rear wheel raise retains the Panigale V4 secure.

Ducati acknowledges the truth with Avenue mode. The ability is available in at 150 hp and the throttle response is progressive somewhat than brutally direct. All controls are set for elevated sensitivity. It might take some ego administration to make use of Avenue mode, even when it affords maybe the quickest real-world efficiency on the open street.

The 2022 Ducati Panigale V4 will get MotoGP-inspired updates. The wings are thinner and smaller to cut back undesirable drag. Nonetheless, the 81 kilos of downforce at 286 mph stays unchanged. The air flow has been modified to enhance cooling, together with a vent to stop the quickshifter sensor from overheating when hit on the monitor.

Ergonomics have been up to date to cut back rider fatigue and enhance management. The saddle is flatter, with a brand new end that enables higher freedom of motion for the rider, whereas decreasing undesirable weight switch from the rider to the entrance throughout braking. There’s additionally a brand new gas tank. It holds an additional gallon or so, making it simpler for the rider to seize maintain of the tank throughout brutal deceleration. Lastly, the rider is extra “into” the Panigale V4 than final yr for improved rider aerodynamics at excessive speeds.

Ducati elevated the swingarm pivot level of the Panigale V4 by 4 millimeters. In keeping with Ducati engineers, this modification reduces crouching out of corners and improves the power to vary course.

The 2022 Ducati Panigale V4 S will obtain a brand new semi-active suspension from Öhlins and an identical digital steering damper from Öhlins. The brand new Öhlins NPX 25/30 fork makes use of pressurization to cut back cavitation, with compression and rebound damping in numerous fork legs, and the spring fee has been bumped up a bit. The Öhlins TTX36 shock returns unchanged from final yr. The Öhlins Good EC 2.0 software program retains the semi-active suspension sharp. The suspension may be adjusted in digital clicks – 32 for the fork, 10 for the shock – in a hard and fast mode for individuals who don’t desire the semi-active changes whereas driving. Semi-active mode permits the rider to make use of Öhlins’ descriptive goal-based settings, which Ducati calls “intuitive.” Additionally when utilizing the driving modes, the semi-active suspension adjustments its habits accordingly.

The inventory Panigale V4 has a Showa Large Piston 43mm fork, with Sachs offering the shock and steering damper. We’re conversant in these high-quality, absolutely adjustable items.

You may discover five-spoke solid aluminum wheels on the usual Panigale V4, whereas the S will get lighter three-spoke solid aluminum wheels. In each circumstances, the ribs are shod with Pirelli Diablo Supercorsa SP tires.

The dashboard affords a brand new Observe Evo data mode. It has a cut up display screen mode that tracks rider help on one half, whereas the opposite half exhibits a stopwatch, laps accomplished and pace. The non-compulsory Ducati Lap Timer GPS collects much more info, together with the Ducati Knowledge Analyzer + GPS. Hey, Ducati informed you that the brand new Panigale V4 is all about monitor time. Alternatively, the non-compulsory Ducati Multimedia System means you possibly can reply that incoming name whereas negotiating Flip 15 at Misano.

Ducati Centro Stile offered the brand new graphics and the brand new saddle. The V4 S will get a two-tone perch.

There is a new non-compulsory Ducati/Akrapovič titanium exhaust system that provides 18 horsepower to the ability and saves 11 kilos whereas retaining noise under 105 dB. If noise is not a problem, the already out there 109 dB titanium exhaust cuts greater than 13 kilos.

The 2022 Ducati Panigale V4 and V4 S arrive in North America in February. You are a recommended retail value of $23,295 for the usual model and $29,995 for the S.

Studio photo by Giovanni De Sandre
Track photography by Matteo Cavadini

We’ve the Ducati Panigale V4 S. examined

2022 Ducati Panigale V4 (and V4 S) Specs:

ENGINE

Kind: Desmosedici Stradale 90-degree V4 with counter-rotating crankshaft
Displacement: 1103cc
Bore x Stroke: 81 x 53.5 mm
Most energy: 210 hp @ 12,500 rpm
Most torque: 91 ft-lbs @ 11,000 rpm
Compression Ratio: 14.0:1
Valvetrain: Desmodromic management with 4vpc
Refueling: double injectors per cylinder
Transmission: 6-speed straight-speed
Clutch: hydraulically actuated moist multiplate with help and slip perform
Remaining drive: 525 chain

CHASSIS

Body: aluminum monocoque
entrance suspension; journey: absolutely adjustable Showa BPF 43mm inverted fork; 4.7 in (V4 S: absolutely adjustable semi-active Öhlins NIX25/30 pressurized 43 mm fork; 4.9 in)
rear suspension; journey: absolutely adjustable Sachs shock; 5.1 inches (V4 S: absolutely adjustable semi-active Öhlins TTX36 shock; 5.1 inches)
Wheels: 5-spoke solid aluminum (V4 S: 3-spoke solid aluminum)
Entrance wheel: 17 x 6.00
Rear wheel: 17 x 3.50
Tyres: Pirelli Diablo Supercorsa SP
Entrance tire: 120/70 x 17
Rear tire: 200/60 x 17
Entrance brakes: Semi-floating 330mm discs with Brembo Stylema M4.30 4-piston calipers
Rear brake: 245mm disc with 2-piston caliper
ABS: Bosch Cornering ABS Evo