Ducati sets a new standard with the Panigale V2 and Streetfighter V2, blending track-level performance with exhilarating road experiences.
New Delhi, November 6, 2024 – Ducati, the renowned Italian motorcycle manufacturer, has introduced two groundbreaking models at EICMA 2024 in Milan: the Panigale V2 and the Streetfighter V2. These models stand out not only as Ducati’s lightest twin-cylinder bikes to date but also as the first to feature the new Ducati V2 engine with integrated variable valve timing (IVT). This innovative engine promises a perfect balance of high torque across all revs with the sheer power Ducati is known for at high speeds, redefining twin-cylinder performance.
With a focus on compactness, lightness, and versatility, these models embody Ducati’s race-proven DNA and showcase the brand’s commitment to pushing boundaries. Let’s take a closer look at each model’s highlights.
Panigale V2: The Evolution of a Sportbike Icon
The Panigale V2 introduces an epochal shift in the lineage of Ducati’s twin-cylinder sportbikes. Unlike its predecessors, which evolved by adapting engines with reduced displacement, the Panigale V2 is built from the ground up to redefine what a twin-cylinder sportbike can be. Following in the legacy of models like the 748, 848, and 959, the Panigale V2 keeps the signature sporty feel Ducati fans cherish but now adds an accessible and enjoyable road-riding experience.
With enhanced ergonomics and lightweight construction, this new model is agile and rider-friendly on the road while maintaining the performance standard expected of Ducati. The result is a sportbike that is as thrilling in everyday riding as it is capable on the track, positioning the Panigale V2 as a versatile choice for sportbike enthusiasts.
Streetfighter V2: The Ultimate Naked Fighter
Ducati’s “Fight Formula” meets its lightest Panigale platform to create the new Streetfighter V2, an intensely powerful yet unencumbered naked bike. Stripped of a fairing, fitted with wide and high handlebars, and maintaining the lightweight Panigale V2 chassis, the Streetfighter V2 weighs only 175 kg. Powered by an 890 cc engine, the bike offers an immersive and raw riding experience, designed to connect riders directly with the thrill of the road and the track.
Built for agility and control, the Streetfighter V2 ensures a riding experience that’s both exhilarating and intuitive. Ducati’s advanced engineering and design approach come together here, with every element crafted for performance and excitement.
A New Era for Ducati Twin-Cylinders
With the debut of the Panigale V2 and Streetfighter V2, Ducati showcases the potential of its twin-cylinder range. The Ducati V2 engine is now a benchmark in lightweight, compact performance engines, redefining the future of Borgo Panigale’s twin-cylinder motorcycles. At EICMA 2024, these two models, alongside other Ducati World Premiere bikes, are already drawing attention and admiration at Ducati’s stand in Hall 15 (Stand N02).
As Ducati opens a new chapter with these models, they’re setting a high standard for the next generation of twin-cylinder motorcycles – lightweight, powerful, and equally capable on both road and track.
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