Ducati Ducati Panigale V2 2025 vs BMW R 1250 R Comparison

The Ducati Panigale V2 isn't for the faint-hearted. Yes, it may be the entry-level Panigale, but there's nothing "entry-level" about its performance, or agility. In the right hands, the Panigale V2 can be a forgiving, entertaining and fun sportbike, that can make for a very enjoyable outing on a racetrack. The Ducati Panigale V2 isn't exactly affordable though. Priced at ₹ 17.49 lakh (Ex-showroom), the Panigale V2 is almost as expensive as litre-class superbikes.

The BMW R 1250 R is a naked roadster, which sits right atop BMW's naked motorcycle range and it replaced the R 1200 R in India when it was launched in 2019. It get the new 1,254 cc boxer-twin engine which also does duty on the BMW R 1250 GS. The engine pumps out 134 bhp at 7,750 rpm and has peak torque output of 143 Nm at 6,250 rpm. Plus, the motorcycle is equipped with a lot of advanced electronics. But all these come with a hefty price tag.