Ducati Panigale V4 vs BMW R 1250 RT Comparison

The new Ducati Panigale V4 S has that innate quality that makes a 200-plus bhp superbike very accessible and safe around a racetrack. Sure, it's not made for less experienced riders new to litre-class superbikes, and despite the state-of-the-art electronics package, one wrong twist of the wrist can make things go wrong very quickly; after all, all that power and torque over a wide rev range is not to be fooled with, or taken lightly, by any standard.

The BMW R 1250 RT has a smooth engine, enough and more performance, with crisp throttle response and a comfortable ride. Despite its intimidating size, the R 1250 RT is surprisingly agile. It's still an expensive bike, and isn't made for bumper to bumper commutes if that's what you'll be doing mostly.