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The epitome of engineering excellence, cutting-edge technology and aerodynamic design. The new Superleggera V4 represents the dream of designing the only motorcycle in the world approved for road use with carbon fiber frame, swinging arm and rims with an unbeatable power/weight ratio of 1.54 hp/kg.
The Superleggera V4 is much more than a motorcycle. It's a total Ducati experience, engaging the rider from discovery to the track, offering the chance to feel the adrenaline of riding the best performing motorcycles designed in Borgo Panigale.
Fully loaded with technology, the Superleggera V4 incorporates the latest research on the finest materials and the most refined components, becoming the full embodiment of power, lightness and performance.
Superleggera V4 is crafted with all the passion, precision, and dedication to perfection Ducati has to offer. Shaping lightness into speed emotions with our most sophisticated engine ever, top of the line components and our most technologically advanced electronics.
Superleggera V4 is a Ducati project through and through, where we tried to respond to the unknown with engineering, went beyond the limits of feasibility and transformed lightness into the total emotion of speed.
234 hp in 335.5 lb with the racing kit. An extraordinary weight/power ratio, enhanced by the aerodynamic design of the GP16, the most effective ever developed by Ducati Corse. The new Ducati Superleggera V4 is the best that contemporary motorcycle engineering can express.
Superleggera V4 is the ultimate expression of Ducati's research on the most exclusive materials, including carbon fiber. A complex challenge to achieve the simplest of dreams: lightness.
| Superleggera V4 | |
|---|---|
| Engine | |
| Engine | Desmosedici Stradale 90° V4, lightened, counter-rotating crankshaft, 4 Desmodromic timing, 4 valves per cylinder, liquid-cooled |
| Displacement | 998 cc |
| Bore X stroke | 81 x 48.4 mm |
| Compression ratio | 14.0:1 |
| Power | 165 kW (224 hp) @ 15,250 rpm - 174 kW (234 hp) @ 15.500 rpm with full racing exhaust |
| Torque | 116 Nm (85.6 lb-ft) @ 11,750 rpm - 119 Nm (87.7 lb-ft) @ 11.750 rpm with full racing exhaust |
| Fuel injection | Electronic fuel injection system. Twin injectors per cylinder. Full ride-by-wire elliptical throttle bodies with aerodynamic valves. Variable length intake system |
| Exhaust | 4-2-1-2 system, with 2 catalytic converters and 2 lambda probes |
| Transmission | |
| Gearbox | 6 speed with Ducati Quick Shift (DQS) up/down EVO 2 |
| Primary drive | Straight cut gears; Ratio 1.80:1 |
| Ratio | 1=38/14 2=36/17 3=33/19 4=32/21 5=30/22 6=30/24 |
| Final Drive | Regina ORAW2 chain ; Front sprocket 15; Rear sprocket in Ergal 42 |
| Clutch | Hydraulically controlled slipper dry clutch |
| Chassis | |
| Frame | Carbon fiber "Front Frame" |
| Front suspension | Fully adjustable 43 mm Öhlins NPX25/30 pressurized fork with TiN treatment, billet fork bottoms, lightweight springs, fully adjustable. |
| Front Wheel | 5-split spoke carbon fiber 3.50" x 17" |
| Front Tire | Pirelli Diablo Supercorsa SP 120/70 ZR17 |
| Rear Suspension | Fully adjustable Ohlins TTX36 unit with GP valve and titanium spring. Carbon fiber single-sided swingarm. |
| Rear Wheel | 5-split spoke carbon fiber 6.00" x 17" |
| Rear tire | Pirelli Diablo Supercorsa SP 200/60 ZR17 |
| Wheel travel (front/rear) | 120 mm (4.7 in) - 130 mm (5.1 in) |
| Front brake | 2 x 330 mm semi-floating discs, radially mounted Brembo Monobloc Stylema® R 4-piston callipers with Cornering ABS EVO |
| Rear brake | 245 mm disc, 2-piston calliper with Cornering ABS EVO |
| Instrumentation | Last generation digital unit with 5" TFT colour display |
| Dimensions and weights | |
| Dry weight | 159 kg (350 lb) - 152.2 kg (335.5 lb) with racing kit |
| Seat height | 835 mm (32.9 in) |
| Wheelbase | 1.480 mm (58,3 in) |
| Rake | 24,5° |
| Front wheel trail | 100 mm (3,94 in) |
| Fuel tank capacity | 16 l - 4.23 gallon (US) |
| Number of seats | Single seat |
| Equipment | |
| Safety equipment | Riding Modes, Power Modes, Cornering ABS EVO, Ducati Traction Control (DTC) EVO 2, Ducati Wheelie Control (DWC) EVO, Ducati Slide Control (DSC), Engine Brake Control (EBC) EVO, Auto tire calibration |
| Standard equipment | Ducati Power Launch (DPL), Ducati Quick Shift (DQS) up/down EVO 2, Full LED lighting with Daytime Running Light (DRL), GPS module, Lap Timer EVO 2, PIT limiter, Ohlins steering damper, Quick adjustment buttons, Lithium-ion battery, Auto-off indicators, Chassis in carbon fiber, Carbon fiber fairings, Carbon fiber wheels, Carbon fiber mudguards, Biplane wings in carbon fiber, High-flow air filter, Type approved AkrapoviÄ silencer in titanium |
| Additional equipment | Front and rear paddock stands, Battery maintainer, Race Kit: AkrapoviÄ Titanium racing exhaust, Machined mirror block-off plates, License plate mount removal plug, Swing arm guard, Carbon fiber clutch cover,Ducati Data Analyzer+ (DDA+) with GPS module, Side stand removal kit, Front and rear lights removal kit, Bike cover. |
| Ready for | Ducati Multimedia System (DMS), Anti-theft |
| Warranty | |
| Warranty (months) | 24 months unlimited mileage |
| Maintenance (km/months) | 12,000 km (7,500 mi) / 12 months |
| Valve clearance adjustment (km) | 24,000 km |
| Consumption and emissions | |
| Consumption | 8 l/100km |
| Emissions | 185 g/km |
| Standard | Euro 4 |
The outfitting of your dreams, designed to achieve the highest levels of performance.
This includes the Racing Kit that allows reaching the incredible power/weight ratio of 1.54 hp/kg, the Aeropack derived from the GP16 to express the most power possible and the TFT Dashboard to give the rider maximum control during supersporty riding.
Savour the adrenaline that the Ducati tester experienced on the track in Portimão.
A full lap at maximum speed to test the exhilarating performance of the Superleggera V4.
Exciting performance, exclusive look and an unprecedented attention to detail.
Enjoy all the beauty of the Superleggera V4 through this selection of exciting images.
Superleggera V4 is a total Ducati experience that gives its owners access to the Superbike Experience, the chance to try the Panigale V4 R that competes in the SBK World Championship on the track at Mugello.
Thirty owners of the Superleggera V4 will get the chance to further extend this adventure by purchasing the MotoGP Experience scheduled for the following day, thus living the dream of every racing motorcycle enthusiast to ride the Desmosedici GP and enjoy the rush of two days of adrenaline.
Complete the Superleggera V4 experience with specially-designed apparel featuring technology and innovation that achieve absolute levels of excellence.
From design to delivery, the Superleggera V4 reflects a meticulous attention to detail. In fact, the bike will be delivered to the customer in a wooden box with special graphics, designed specifically for the transport of this masterpiece.
A shopping experience complemented by the gift of a sculptural reproduction of the Superleggera V4: a true collector's item personalised with the number of the motorcycle owned by the customer.
Models shown are for illustrative purposes and depict European specifications. They may include equipment, features, or specifications not available in all markets, including the United States. Please contact your local Ducati dealer for details