The Panigale V4 Tricolore is the first production sports bike to be equipped with Brembo T-Drive finned discs, derived from the racing discs used in WorldSBK at tracks such as Misano, Portimão and Aragon, which are demanding on the brakes. The new discs are designed for professional riders who require greater braking power and a consistently high level of performance when racing or during extended sessions on track. They were used by the Ducati riders during the 2024 edition of the Race of Champions, which ran at the Misano World Circuit Marco Simoncelli.
The world’s first production bike to mount Brembo T-Drive finned discs
With increased diameter (338.5 mm) and thickness (6.2 mm), these discs have an increased surface thanks to the brake belt finning, which, when combined with a thickness greater than that of traditional discs, dissipates the heat more effectively and keeps the operating temperature lower for a consistently high level of performance, reducing brake lever travel. The increased diameter ensures more braking torque, so for the same exerted force there is greater deceleration, making for a more efficient system overall. The T layout of the pins between the braking band and bell allows for both radial and axial floating, which helps to improve braking torque transmission, contain the overall weight of the disc, and heighten the resistance to thermomechanical stresses. The new discs are paired with Hypure callipers in a titanium colour, an exclusive colourway for this braking system that makes it immediately recognisable.
In brief:
- Increased braking torque
- Greater efficiency
- Greater deceleration for the same exerted force
- Increased thermal stability
- Consistently high performance
- Reduced brake level travel
- Racing aesthetic
WorldSBK-derived discs
The new Brembo T-Drive finned discs derive from the racing discs mounted in WorldSBK, synonymous with both the spirit of racing and the world of production-derived Ducati superbikes. By securing the 2024 WorldSBK Manufacturer’s Title, Ducati celebrated its twentieth such accolade, and its third consecutive win with the Panigale V4 R.
Tested and approved in the 2024 Race of Champions
The Brembo T-Drive finned discs are the same as those that equipped the Panigale V4 S bikes during the Race of Champions at World Ducati Week 2024, the official race that sees Ducati champions from different world championships battle it out on track. The 2024 edition was won by Francesco Bagnaia, the discs contributing to his best lap of the race, completed in 1’35.431.