Ducati Panigale V4 vs BMW R 18 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 18 is BMW Motorrad's answer to the heavyweight cruiser segment. With a massive boxer engine, beautiful retro-inspired design and gleaming chrome, the BMW R 18 has a lot going for it, and is a guaranteed head turner. If heavyweight cruisers are your thing, the R 18 deserves a close look!