Planning To Buy A Ducati Panigale V4? Here Are The Pros And Cons

The Ducati Panigale V4 is easily one of the most performance-oriented road-legal superbikes available on sale right now. The 1,103 cc Desmosedici Stradale, V4 engine continues to produce 214 bhp at 13,000 rpm and 124 Nm of peak torque at 9,500 rpm. The exhaust on the 2021 Ducati Panigale V4 uses larger catalysts to maintain the same power, while lowering emissions, as well as adopting a new technology of impregnation of noble metals to maximise the ability to convert polluting gases.

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The 1,103 cc Desmosedici Stradale, V4 engine continues to produce 214 bhp at 13,000 rpm and 124 Nm of peak torque at 9,500 rpm. The exhaust on the 2021 Panigale V4 uses larger catalysts to maintain the same power, while lowering emissions

The Panigale V4 also gets the latest generation 'predicitive' control system, linked to the six-axis inertial measurement unit (IMU). The system continuously monitors the angular acceleration of the crankshaft, and the speed of the rear wheel, preventing real wheel slippage in mid-corner, when the rider re-opens the throttle at maximum lean angle. The electronics package is comprehensive, with ABS cornering ABS, Ducati Traction Control EVO 3, Ducati Slide Control, Ducati Wheelie Control, Ducati Power Launch, Ducati Up/Down Quickshifter, as well as Engine Brake Control. Here's a look at its pros and cons, if you're planning on buying one.

The aerodynamics of the Panigale V4 were updated in line with the V4 R and feature winglets and other minor tweaks

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PROS

1. Superb performance and handling
2. Sophisticated electronics
3. Attractive, sporty Ducati design
4. High-resolution TFT screen with easy to use menu

CONS

1. Harsh ride quality on everyday roads
2. Engine heat for everyday use
3. Lack of pillion comfort
4. With prices beginning at Rs. 23.50 lakh (Ex-showroom), the Ducati Panigale V4 is an expensive bike.