What category is the 2022 Ducati Panigale V2?

General information
Category	Sport
Model	Ducati Panigale V2
Year	2022
Engine and Transmission Specifications
Exhaust system	2-1-2 system with catalytic converter and 2 lambda probes. Twin stainless steel mufflers with alumimum outer sleeves
Emission details	Euro 5
Greenhouse gases	139.2 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission)
Fuel consumption	6.00 litres/100 km (16.7 km/l or 39.20 mpg)
Driveline	Chain 525; Front sprocket 15; Rear sprocket 39. Primary drive: Straight cut gears, Ratio 1.77.
Clutch	Hydraullically controlled slipper and self-servo wet multilplate
Transmission type	Chain (final drive)
Gearbox	6-speed
Cooling system	Liquid
Fuel control	Desmodromic valve control
Fuel system	Injection. Twin injectors per cylinder. Full ride-by-wire elliptical throttle bodies.
Valves per Cylinder	4
Bore x Stroke	100.0 x 60.8 mm (3.9 x 2.4 inches)
Compression	12.5:1
Torque	104.0 Nm (10.6 kgf-m or 76.7 ft.lbs) @ 9000 RPM
Power	155.0 HP (113.1 kW) @ 10750 RPM
Engine details	Superquadro L-Twin
Engine type	V2, four-stroke
Capacity:	955.0 ccm (58.27 cubic inches)
Brakes, suspension, Frame and wheels
Wheels	3 spoke W shape forged light alloy. Pirelli Diablo Rosso Corsa II tires.
Rear brakes	Single disc. ABS. Brembo.
Diameter	320 mm (12.6 inches)
Front brakes	Double disc. ABS. Brembo.
Rear tire	180/60-ZR17
Front tire	120/70-ZR17
Rear wheel travel	130 mm (5.1 inches)
Rear Suspension	Fully adjustable Sachs unit. Remote spring preload adjustment. Aluminium single-sided swingarm
Front wheel travel	120 mm (4.7 inches)
Front Suspension	43 mm Showa BPF fork
Trail	95 mm (3.7 inches)
Rake (fork angle)	24.0°
Frame type	Monocoque Aluminium

Physical measures and capacities
Fuel capacity	17.00 litres (4.49 US gallons)
Wheelbase	1436 mm (56.5 inches)
Overall width	745 mm (29.3 inches)
Overall length	2070 mm (81.5 inches)
Overall height	1105 mm (43.5 inches)
Seat height	830 mm (32.7 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Power/weight ratio	0.8807 HP/kg
Weight incl. oil, gas, etc	200.0 kg (440.9 pounds)
Dry weight	176.0 kg (388.0 pounds)
Other specs
Maintenance	Find parts, fluids, filters, maintenance tools and service items on eBay
Factory warranty	24 months unlimited mileage
Light	LED
Starter	Electric
Color options	Ducati Red,White Rosso Livery

Performance Profile & Rider Fit

Best For

Track90%

City40%

Cornering95%

Daily Riding45%

Touring30%

Passenger35%

Rider Profile

Best For	This bike suits intermediate to experienced riders who are comfortable with a supersport's aggressive ergonomics and sharp responses.
Purpose	It's built primarily for spirited canyon carving and track-day performance rather than utilitarian commuting or long-distance hauling.
Rider Fit	The committed, forward-leaning riding position with a tall seat height and rearset footpegs demands reasonable flexibility and puts real weight on the wrists and wrists over long rides.
Character	A precise, high-revving Italian sportbike that rewards decisive inputs with razor-sharp cornering feel and premium build quality.
Not Ideal For	It's not a good match for new riders, tall touring riders, or anyone prioritizing plush comfort and upright ergonomics.

Character map is an editorial estimate based on this bike's specifications, not a lab-tested measurement.

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2022 Ducati Panigale V2 Rider Ergonomics Assessment

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At 830mm, a rider of 175cm with a 79cm (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with balls of both feet on the 2022 Ducati Panigale V2, with a cramped knee angle of around 75 degrees and a forward-leaning riding position.

Data quality: measured. Assumes about 30mm of suspension sag once seated (a typical street-bike rule of thumb - stiffer or softer suspension will vary). This is an approximation from category-typical geometry and generic body proportions, not a measurement of this specific bike or you - sit on it before you buy.

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