Ducati launches special SP Sport Production versions of its V-twin and V-four Panigale superbike and supersports models with lashings of carbon fibre, track-ready upgrades and super-cool styling
For most of us, a standard Ducati Panigale is more than trick enough – but the Bologna firm always likes to offer something a little extra. Like these two machines, unveiled at the Milan show: the Sport Production versions of the Panigale V2 and V4.
They’re both high-end limited edition versions of the S models, so already based on a pretty sweet package. The V4 SP produces 218bhp from the 1,103cc Desmosedici Stradale motor – this is sort of the bleeding edge these days for a road-going superbike, albeit on an 1100 rather than the 999cc inlin-four machinery from BMW and Honda.
There’s also a dry clutch fitted -this allows you to use the special low-friction racing Shell Ducati Corse oil that adds another few bhp – and you also have a Ducati Racing Gearbox setup, featuring the Neutral Lock system where neutral is positioned below first gear.
The chassis is uprated with carbon fibre wheels, and there’s the usual Öhlins semi-active suspension front and rear, while the brakes are Brembo’s Hypure calipers with special red finish and 330mm discs. Wet weight with no fuel is a svelte 188kg – nice.
The aerodynamics have had a thorough refresh too: the V4 SP gets a WorldSBK-homologated aerodynamic package, consisting of enlarged two-part wings and Corner Sidepods, first seen in MotoGP in 2021 and subsequently transferred to a production motorcycle with the Panigale V4 R. Add in the latest electronic riding aids, and a new 6.9” TFT dash, and you have a very saucy package – as it should be, priced at £38,195.
At half the number of cylinders – and around half the price – you can have another SP, this time the £19,295 V2 SP. This takes the latest 890cc V-twin powered supersport machine, and adds a selection of track-friendly upgrades that will help riders in the various supersport championships around the globe.
There’s a special 30mm longer swingarm, and Öhlins mechanical suspension front and rear, as well as forged aluminium wheels and the SP dry clutch setup. Peak power is around 120bhp, with 93.3Nm of peak torque, and the whole package weighs in at 176kg wet no fuel – a tempting track tool for sure, if you have the cash!
More info: www.ducati.com
2027 Ducati Panigale V4 SP Tech Highlights
o Winter Test livery in matte black with bright red details and exposed brushed aluminium fuel tank
o 1,103 cc Desmosedici Stradale engine
o Maximum power output: 218 hp at 13,500 rpm
o Maximum torque: 120.6 Nm at 11,000 rpm
o 15,000 rpm rev limiter from 2nd to 6th gear
o New enlarged front air intake (air pressure +0.6% at 300 km/h)
o Kerb weight without fuel: 188 kg
o Front Frame chassis with optimized lateral stiffness
o 17-litre aluminium fuel tank
o Ducati Electronic Suspension (DES) 3.0
o Öhlins NPX-30 fork with Öhlins Smart EC 3.0 control system
o Öhlins steering damper with Öhlins Smart EC 3.0 control system
o Lithium battery
o Braking system with Brembo Hypure monobloc calipers
o Pirelli Diablo Supercorsa V4 tyres with 200/60 rear tyre
o Latest-generation electronics package with 6-axis Inertial Measurement Unit (6D IMU): Race eCBS with
cornering functionality; Ducati Traction Control (DTC) DVO; Ducati Slide Control (DSC); Ducati Wheelie Control (DWC) DVO; Ducati Power Launch (DPL) DVO; Ducati Quick Shift (DQS) 2.0; Dynamic Engine Brake (DEB), Race Brake Control (RBC), Ducati Vehicle Observer (DVO)
o Adjustable Clip-ons (track use only)
o Quick-setting adjustment buttons
o New 6.9-inch full-TFT dashboard with 8:3 aspect ratio
o Riding Mode (Race A, Race B, Sport, Road, Wet)
o Full-LED lighting system with DRL and front integrated turn indicators
o Single-seat configuration (passenger kit available as accessory)
o Ready for Ducati Data Logger (DDL) and Ducati Multimedia System (DMS)
o Billet-machined steering head with motorcycle serial number
o Brushed aluminium fuel tank
o Ducati Racing Gearbox with Ducati Neutral Lock
o Corner Sidepods
o Larger two-elements wings
o Dedicated seat with “V4 SP” logo
o Carbon-fibre front mudguard
o STM EVO-SBK dry clutch
o Öhlins TTX 36 shock absorber with Öhlins Smart EC 3.0 control system, remote preload and adjustable suspension rod
o Final drive with 520 DID ERV7 chain, dedicated sprocket and rear sprocket
o Five split-spoke carbon-fibre wheels
o Brembo MCS 19.21 (Multiple Click System) front master cylinder w/remote adjusting o Machined front brake and clutch levers
o Adjustable billet aluminium rider footpegs with carbon-fibre heel guards
o Open carbon-fibre clutch cover* (supplied)
o Licence-plate holder removal cover* (supplied)
o Billet aluminium mirror hole covers* (supplied)
2027 Ducati Panigale V2 SP Tech Highlights
- Winter Test livery
- V2 engine, 890 cc
- Maximum power of 120 hp at 10,750 rpm
- Maximum torque of 93.3 Nm at 8,250 rpm
- Dry Clutch
- Kerb weight without fuel: 176 kg
- Monocoque frame
- Öhlins NIX-30 fork
- Öhlins shock absorber
- Lithium battery
- Forged Aluminium Rims
- Dedicated longer swingarm
- Braking system with Brembo M50 monobloc calipers
- Pirelli Diablo Rosso IV 120/70 and 190/55 tyres
- Latest-generation electronics package with 6-axis Inertial Measurement Unit (6D IMU): ABS with cornering functionality; Ducati Traction Control (DTC); Ducati Wheelie Control (DWC); Ducati Power Launch and Ducati Pit Limiter (DPL); Ducati Quick Shift (DQS) 2.0; Engine Brake Control (EBC).
- New petal joystick
- New 5” full-TFT dashboard with 16:9 aspect ratio
- Riding Modes (Race, Sport, Road, Wet)
- Full-LED headlights with DRL
- Single-seater configuration (passenger kit accessory)
- Provision for Ducati Multimedia System (DMS)