The V4 R’s 998cc V4 makes 218hp and 114.5Nm, offering more power but less torque than the 1,103cc Panigale V4.
Ducati offers a full-system titanium Akrapovic exhaust, which with its racing oil, boosts output to 239hp.
The Panigale V4 R isn’t a limited edition, but each bike carries a unique number on the top triple clamp, adding exclusivity over the regular V4 S.
The V4 R now comes with a conventional double-sided swingarm.
Gets the 7-inch TFT from the regular Panigale V4 and Diavel bikes.
Though it looks similar to the V4 S, the V4 R stands out with its brushed aluminium tank.
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The new Ducati Panigale V4 R represents Ducati's updated WSBK championship challenger, featuring a race-homologated 998cc, 90-degree V4 engine producing 218hp and 114.5Nm in stock form. With an optional full-system titanium Akrapovic exhaust and racing oil, power increases to 239hp. The engine uses an 81mm bore with a shorter 48.4mm stroke compared to the 53.5mm stroke on the larger 1,103cc V4 S.
Premium components include mechanically adjustable Ohlins suspension, forged wheels with Pirelli rubber, a lithium-ion battery, and Brembo Hypure calipers. The bike also features a brushed aluminum tank and larger winglets providing 25 percent more downforce.
Each bike features its number etched onto the top triple clamp for exclusivity, along with a comprehensive electronics package including the 7-inch TFT display from the Panigale V4 and Diavel.
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