Carbon fiber components such as the front and rear mudguards, clutch cover, top fairing, tank cover, single-seat tail, and air intake ducts add to the exclusive identity of the Diavel V4 RS. The contrast with the sporty and dynamic RS livery highlights the bike’s shape and sports attitude, while also reducing the overall weight by approximately 6.6 lbs. (3 kg) compared to the Diavel V4.

The Diavel V4 RS embodies the spirit of the Ducati Muscle Roadster and adds technical and style solutions that make it unforgettable in both personality and substance. Its sculpted, taut lines trace an unmistakable, muscular profile, combining the aggression of a muscle roadster with the elegance of a Ducati sportbike.

The profile of the Diavel V4 RS is unmistakable. From side on, the bike is aggressive and sporty, emphasized by composite air vents on the shoulders of the tank where visible carbon fiber on the lower section contrasts harmoniously with a red painted upper section. The forward shift in mass and side panels further reinforces the bike’s striking presence.

The rider seat of the Diavel V4 RS is enhanced with red stitching on the side that accentuates the bike’s sports attitude. The single-seat tail, featuring carbon fiber components, bears the RS logo on both sides and replaces the passenger seat to achieve a lighter rear line. For those who want to share the riding experience with a passenger, the single-seat tail can be replaced with the provided seat. The retractable passenger footpegs and grab handle are as functional as they are sophisticated.

Inspired by the sports car world, the aluminum forged wheels with five-spoke “Y” design give the Diavel V4 RS a strong visual and dynamic identity. The aluminum single-sided swingarm enhances the design and highlights its structural lightness, making the bike even more exclusive and distinctive, with a standout style. 

The front LED daytime running light adopts the signature double C shape of a Ducati naked, while the dynamic turn signals are integrated into the handlebars for a more compact and aggressive front end. At the rear, an ultra-modern point LED matrix positioned under the tail replicates the double C configuration of the front DRL.

The style details developed specifically for the Diavel V4 RS make it unique in personality and substance. The RS logo, designed by the Centro Stile, features on the livery and the dash graphics and is engraved on the key. The series number appears on an aluminum plate, this too enhanced with the RS logo and applied to the rear cylinder head of the Desmosedici Stradale engine.

The Diavel V4 RS features the race-derived 1103 cc Desmosedici Stradale engine, capable of producing a maximum power of 182 hp, representing a 14 hp increase over the V4 Granturismo engine in the Diavel V4. 

On the Diavel V4 RS, the rev limiter is set at 13,500 rpm in all gears except first, where it is activated at 14,000 rpm.

On road bikes, the crankshaft rotates in the same direction as the wheels, but in MotoGP, a counter-rotating crankshaft that rotates in the opposite direction is common. The Desmosedici Stradale borrows this solution from the reigning class to oppose the gyroscopic effect produced by the wheels. This makes the Diavel V4 RS more agile when changing direction and limits the tendency to wheelie, both in acceleration and braking, for a more precise and responsive ride.

The Diavel V4 RS mounts the billet aluminum STM-EVO SBK dry clutch, complete with a specific configuration of anti-hopping springs and ramps. As well as ensuring a smoother ride, particularly when braking and shifting, this component also contributes to enriching the exhaust sound with its typical metallic timbre when the clutch is released. Performance of the dry clutch can be further heightened by using Ducati Corse Performance Oil Powered by Shell Advance, developed in collaboration with Shell for the WorldSBK and MotoGP championships.

The four-exit exhaust, an unmistakable style element of the Diavel range, stands out for its titanium end caps and aluminum covers.

On the Diavel V4 RS, the Desmosedici Stradale engine is not just the beating heart of performance but an integral part of the chassis, used as a structural element. The layout is based on a lightweight aluminum monocoque frame affixed to the heads, paired with a cast aluminum single-sided swingarm and a steel rear trellis subframe. A configuration that offers maximum stiffness, contained weight, and advanced ride dynamics. The long, low layout, due to technical choices that bring it closer to dragsters, is in fact the Ducati with the best acceleration from 0 to 60 in 2.43 seconds (0-100 km/h in 2.5 seconds).

The Öhlins suspension used for the Diavel V4 RS is designed to guarantee the very best performance, balancing sports riding support with comfort when cruising. The NIX30 fork with 48 mm stanchions and STX46 shock, both fully adjustable in pre-load and hydraulics, ensure a smoother ride, effectively absorbing even the smallest bumps in the roads.

With respect to the Diavel V4 version, hydraulic calibration is more robust, reducing load transfers and improving control during the sportiest phases, without sacrificing everyday riding comfort. 

The braking system on the Diavel V4 RS derives directly from that of the Panigale V4 and ensures record performance with a peak deceleration figure of 11.5m/s2. This value is generally reserved for race bikes, only possible thanks to the sophisticated calibration of the Cornering ABS system. 330 mm discs and Brembo Stylema monobloc calipers at the front are combined with a single 265 mm disc and Brembo floating caliper at the rear.

On the Diavel V4 RS, the rider seat upholstery is tailor-made and enhanced with red stitching on the side that accentuates its sports attitude. The single-seat tail with carbon fiber components bears the RS logo on both sides and replaces the passenger seat for a lighter rear line. For those who want to share the Diavel V4 RS travel experience with a passenger, it’s possible to switch the single-seat tail for the seat provided and pull out the retractable passenger footpegs and grab handle. Sophisticated solutions that combine style and functionality in every detail.

The Diavel V4 RS mounts Pirelli Diablo Rosso IV tires, available for the first time with a rear size of 240/45, for excellent grip in acceleration and mid-turn. Together with the aluminum forged wheels, the tires add to the vehicle’s dynamic performance, making the Diavel V4 RS more neutral in its cornering behavior with respect to the Diavel V4 and more satisfying during sports riding.