"It's the kind of bike that does everything right: performance, handling, sensations... it's all there. The riding position is more relaxed. It almost feels like being inside the bike, not on top of it."

From the first meters on the track, Troy felt something different. The comfort in the saddle, the balance between chassis and engine, the ease of maneuvering. Everything seems designed to make the rider feel at ease, even at high speeds.

“What stands out is just how much things have evolved. Every year bikes get better, and the Panigale V4 is a big leap forward. The technology, rider aids, electronics, it has all moved on so much from my racing days. That is the biggest difference, just how much easier and safer the bike is to ride now, thanks to all the innovation packed into it.”

For someone like Troy Bayliss who won everything when electronics were just in their infancy, the comparison is inevitable. Yet, there is almost amazement in seeing how today technology serves the rider — without undermining their role.

"Today's Panigale is the best bike I've ever ridden straight out of the dealership."

"The slide control is interesting, how it works and how it reacts to your riding style. It is a bit of a balancing act between the brakes, engine braking and how the electronics manage it all. It feels like there is a little guy inside the bike doing a better job than you could on your own! It is clever stuff and it really helps you ride better and more confidently. "

Whether you are an experienced rider or a track enthusiast, the Panigale V4 S will thrill you. Not for the numbers on paper, but for the way it transforms them into pure riding experience.

His advice? Go out, try it, live it.