What category is the 2021 Ducati Panigale V4 S?

General information
Category	Sport
Model	Ducati Panigale V4 S
Year	2021
Engine and Transmission Specifications
Exhaust system	4-2-1-2 system with 2 catalytic converter and 2 lambda probes.
Emission details	Euro 4
Greenhouse gases	160.1 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission)
Fuel consumption	6.90 litres/100 km (14.5 km/l or 34.09 mpg)
Clutch	Slipper and self-servo wet multiplate clutch with hydraulic control
Transmission type	Chain (final drive)
Gearbox	6-speed
Cooling system	Liquid
Fuel control	Desmodromic valve control
Fuel system	Injection. Electronic fuel injection system. Twin injectors per cylinder. Full ride-by-wire elliptical throttle bodies.
Valves per Cylinder	4
Bore x Stroke	81.0 x 53.5 mm (3.2 x 2.1 inches)
Compression	14.0:1
Torque	124.0 Nm (12.6 kgf-m or 91.5 ft.lbs) @ 10000 RPM
Power	214.0 HP (156.2 kW) @ 13000 RPM
Engine details	L-twin
Engine type	V4, four-stroke
Capacity:	1103.0 ccm (67.31 cubic inches)

Brakes, suspension, Frame and wheels
Seat	Dual seat
Wheels	Cast aluminium 5-spoke
Rear brakes	Single disc. ABS. Brembo
Diameter	330 mm (13.0 inches)
Front brakes	Double disc. ABS. Brembo
Rear tire	200/60-ZR17
Front tire	120/70-ZR17
Rear Suspension	Fully adjustable TTX36 Ã–hlins unit. Aluminium single-sided swingarm.
Front Suspension	Ã–hlins 43mm fork
Trail	100 mm (3.9 inches)
Rake (fork angle)	24.5°
Frame type	Aluminium alloy. Engine is used as a structural chassis element. Trellis subframe.

Physical measures and capacities
Fuel capacity	16.00 litres (4.23 US gallons)
Wheelbase	1469 mm (57.8 inches)
Seat height	835 mm (32.9 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Power/weight ratio	1.2299 HP/kg
Weight incl. oil, gas, etc	195.0 kg (429.9 pounds)
Dry weight	174.0 kg (383.6 pounds)
Other specs
Maintenance	Find parts, fluids, filters, maintenance tools and service items on eBay
Factory warranty	24 months unlimited mileage
Light	LED headlight
Instruments	Digital unit with TFT colour display rev counter, speed, gear selected, odometer, etc.
Starter	Electric
Color options	Ducati Red/Dark Grey

Performance Profile & Rider Fit

215.5 hp

Peak Power

2.8s

0-60 mph

Best For

Track98%

City25%

Cornering97%

Daily Riding25%

Touring18%

Passenger15%

Rider Profile

Best For	This bike demands an experienced, skilled rider comfortable with extreme power delivery and track-level dynamics.
Purpose	Built primarily for track days and high-performance sport riding where its race-derived engineering can be fully exploited.
Rider Fit	Riders need a committed, aggressive posture and good physical fitness, as the low clip-ons and high footpegs put significant weight and strain on wrists and joints.
Character	A raw, race-bred superbike character defined by explosive acceleration, razor-sharp handling, and cutting-edge electronic rider aids.
Not Ideal For	Not suited to newer riders, relaxed commuting, long-distance touring, or anyone prioritizing comfort over outright performance.

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

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2021 Ducati Panigale V4 S Rider Ergonomics Assessment

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At 835mm, a rider of 175cm with a 79cm (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with balls of both feet on the 2021 Ducati Panigale V4 S, 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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