The throttle body injectors are repositioned, shifted from the inner part of the intake duct (intrados) to the outer part (extrados), immediately below the throttle valve. In this new position, the injector spray cone can nebulise fuel when cold, for a more homogeneous mix and reduced emissions in the first few seconds of ignition. Combined with the new exhaust cam profile, this solution halves the raw emissions, increasing torque at low- to mid-range without sacrificing performance.

The Desmosedici Stradale R engine is a 90° V4 with desmodromic timing, complete with counter-rotating crankshaft and Twin Pulse firing order. Ducati is the only manufacturer in MotoGP to use this timing system on both its race bikes and its high-performance road bikes. In addition, the Desmosedici Stradale R flaunts technical solutions that derive directly from the racing world, like the titanium “gun drilled” rods and piston skirts with DLC coating.

The increased torque curve allows for a longer final drive, which goes from 15/42 to 16/43. This allows sixth gear to be fully exploited, with a resulting maximum speed exceeding 330 km/h in the Racing configuration.

 The new Panigale V4 R is based on the chassis concepts of the Panigale V4 2025, namely the Front Frame, which has been redesigned to reduce lateral stiffness (-40%), and above all the Hollow Symmetrical Swingarm. These two solutions were strongly requested by Ducati Corse to maximize the grip of the current slick tires and transfer the engine’s maximum performance to the ground.
The new frame and swingarm allow the bike to close trajectories better, also improving traction when exiting corners and the rider’s feeling during acceleration. 

The Panigale V4 R raises the level of its electronic controls package with the use of the Ducati Vehicle Observer (DVO), the algorithm developed by Ducati Corse. This allows for a real time estimate of physical, kinematic and dynamic parameters that cannot be directly measured in practice, which impact on the ground forces, acceleration and maximum torque the vehicle can support in different riding conditions. The system simulates a network of virtual sensors capable of measuring more than 70 physical quantities in addition to those detected by the inertial platform, allowing for a precise estimate of both the operating thrust and maximum forces that can be tolerated by the bike at that specific moment.

The Panigale V4 R is equipped with Cornering ABS strategies with combined braking strategies for road and track. Conceived by Bosch, the road strategies mirror those introduced on the Panigale V4 and increase both safety and stability with respect to a traditional system. The track braking strategies, known as Race Brake Control (RBC), are new generation and developed directly by Ducati, allowing the rider to emulate the riding techniques of professional riders with results that outstrip even those of the Panigale V4. The Race Brake Control (RBC) strategies allow the rear brake to be more effectively exploited than on the Panigale V4 thanks to an even more precise calculation method and greater pressure that can be applied to the different tilting angles. This means that the braking point is shifted further forward because the system allows for rapid deceleration in the final phase, right up to the rear wheel lock limit, just as MotoGP riders do. 

EBC (Engine Brake Control) DVO has been updated to help riders optimise vehicle stability in extreme conditions of corner entry, balancing the forces to which the rear tire is subjected with intense application of the Desmosedici Stradale engine brake. 

Thanks to the introduction of DVO, the new engine brake management system does not only consider data relating to roll angle, throttle position, selected gear and crankshaft deceleration but also uses the additional physical quantities calculated thanks to the Ducati Vehicle Observer. 

The DVO means that, during deceleration, the strategy implemented on the Panigale V4 R can modulate the engine brake based on an estimate of rear load on the ground, and hence the maximum level of braking torque that can be transferred to the rear wheel in that precise moment. In cases where rear while slide exceeds the preset threshold, in the levels that offer it, the control precisely adjusts throttle opening to rebalance the torque forces applied to the tire in order to restore grip. 

Ducati Data Logger (DDL) is the new-generation data acquisition system developed by 2D in collaboration with Ducati specifically for the new Panigale V4 family. It is available as a Ducati Performance accessory. Connected directly to the bike’s CAN bus, it records all relevant riding parameters, integrating them with positioning data supplied by a high-performance GPS system. Thanks to the integrated Wi-Fi interface, the data can be quickly downloaded and analysed using external software based on automatic templates and reports created by Ducati Corse technicians. A tool that allows Panigale riders to perfect their performance on track. 

Desmosedici Stradale R engine delivery is linked to four Ride by Wire throttle response strategies defined by the Full, High, Medium, and Low Power Modes.

Full Power Mode, associated with Race A Riding Mode, allows the engine to express its full potential with direct Ride by Wire response on opening the throttle and torque curves without electronic filters, in all gears.

High Power Mode, associated with Race B Riding Mode, provides a more gradual throttle response. 

Medium Power Mode is associated with the Sport and Road RM, for an easy to manage throttle response. In this configuration, the engine delivers maximum power in all gears except first to third.

Associated with Low Riding Mode, Low Power Mode limits the bike’s maximum power to 160 hp and offers a particularly smooth throttle response, suitable for riding on the road or on low-grip surfaces.

The Panigale V4 R offers five pre-set Riding Modes: Race A, Race B, Sport, Road and Wet, designed to suit different riding styles, surfaces and weather conditions. Each Riding Mode is programmed to adjust engine delivery and electronic control parameters in real time.

The rider can customize their riding styles and later restore the parameters set by Ducati, just as they can enable levels 2, 4 and 5 of the Race eCBS (recommended for expert riders riding on track) and associate Full Power Mode. 

The Ducati Quick Shift (DQS) 2.0 allows the rider to engage gears and downshift without using the clutch and significantly evolves with respect to the previous system, doing away with the traditional lever with microswitch in favour of a direct mechanical lever. The DQS electronic strategy is now based on a gear drum positioning sensor that identifies the gear change, offering the rider more direct feeling that is easier to repeat, less “gummy” and with reduced travel, to improve the overall riding experience.

The new Panigale V4 R presents new, latest-generation electronic controls.

• Ducati Traction Control (DTC) DVO - Adjusts rear wheel slip based on the relationship between longitudinal and vertical forces, optimising the torque transferable to the ground. Ensures maximum efficiency for professional and amateur riders alike.

• Ducati Wheelie Control (DWC) DVO - The system can more accurately identify any wheelieing and control it with greater precision. It offers eight levels of intervention, with lower levels that allow for controlled wheelieing in the hands of expert riders and higher levels that improve stability and reduce physical and mental fatigue while riding.

• Ducati Slide Control (DSC) - Developed in collaboration with Ducati Corse, the system helps the rider to control corner exit performance, adjusting the torque depending on the slide angle. The DSC operates thanks to the six-axis inertial platform and can be adjusted according to two levels to suit different riding styles.

• Ducati Power Launch (DPL) DVO - Optimises performance from a standing start, managing engine speed and torque delivery. Three levels of intervention ensure quick, safe starts, leaving the rider to focus only on releasing the clutch. 

For those wanting to use the Panigale V4 R on track, with the racing exhaust and slick or rain tires, the bike’s full potential can be unleashed by activating the DAVC Race Pro Software available in the Ducati Performance accessories catalogue. With this package, the Power Modes and Riding Modes adopt dedicated names and calibration specific for track use, optimizing the bike’s response. The rider has the option to immediately activate a selection of different Riding Modes without confirmation, as on the race bikes, and customize the options screen, filtering preferred modes for even quicker and more focused access.

The Grip Level Meter helps the rider to assess and manage their performance by providing a graphic estimate of the average tire grip available on the ground. Designed to perform best in highly repeatable conditions, the grip level meter is intended for track use only and requires the installation of Ducati DAVC Race Pro software.

To allow teams and riders to fully exploit the new Panigale V4 R on track, Ducati Performance proposes a vast range of accessories with which to boost performance and equip the bike for track days and races.

• New Akrapovič titanium full exhaust*
• Carbon wheels
• Pro+ brake package
• Rizoma adjustable racing footpegs
• DAVC Race Pro software
• Racing fairing and carbon fiber components 

*Ducati Performance accessories not homologated for road use