Ducati Panigale V4 2020 vs. BMW M 1000 RR 2021

The Ducati Panigale V4 2020 and the BMW M 1000 RR 2021 are both high-performance supersport motorcycles that offer impressive specifications and features.

In terms of the engine and drivetrain, the Ducati Panigale V4 2020 is equipped with a V-type engine with a bore of 81mm and a stroke of 53.5mm. It delivers a powerful engine power of 214 HP and a torque of 124 Nm. The compression ratio is 14 and it has 4 cylinders with 4 valves per cylinder. The valves are of the Desmodromic type and the displacement is 1103 ccm. On the other hand, the BMW M 1000 RR 2021 features an in-line engine with a bore of 80mm and a stroke of 49.7mm. It produces an engine power of 212 HP and a torque of 113 Nm. The compression ratio is 13.5 and it also has 4 cylinders with 4 valves per cylinder. The valves are of the DOHC type and the displacement is 999 ccm.

In terms of suspension, both motorcycles have upside-down telescopic forks at the front. However, the Ducati Panigale V4 2020 has a fork diameter of 43mm, while the BMW M 1000 RR 2021 has a larger diameter of 45mm. Both motorcycles have adjustable compression, preload, and rebound settings for the front suspension. For the rear suspension, the Ducati Panigale V4 2020 has a single swing arm with a monoshock, while the BMW M 1000 RR 2021 has a swing arm with a monoshock. Both motorcycles have adjustable compression, preload, and rebound settings for the rear suspension. The rear suspension material is aluminum for both motorcycles.

Ducati Panigale V4 2020

In terms of chassis, both motorcycles have an aluminum frame. However, the Ducati Panigale V4 2020 has a monocoque frame type, while the BMW M 1000 RR 2021 has a twin tube, load-bearing engine frame type. The rake angle is 65.5 degrees for the Ducati Panigale V4 2020 and 66.4 degrees for the BMW M 1000 RR 2021. The trail is 100mm for the Ducati Panigale V4 2020 and 99.8mm for the BMW M 1000 RR 2021.

In terms of brakes, both motorcycles have double disk brakes at the front. The diameter of the front brakes is 330mm for the Ducati Panigale V4 2020 and 320mm for the BMW M 1000 RR 2021. The technology used for the front brakes is radial monoblock for the Ducati Panigale V4 2020 and radial for the BMW M 1000 RR 2021.

Both motorcycles are equipped with advanced rider assistance systems such as ABS. However, the BMW M 1000 RR 2021 offers additional features like riding modes, launch control, ride by wire, quickshifter, and traction control.

BMW M 1000 RR 2021

In terms of dimensions and weights, both motorcycles have a front tire width of 120mm and a rear tire width of 200mm. The front and rear tire diameters are both 17 inches. The wheelbase is 1469mm for the Ducati Panigale V4 2020 and slightly shorter at 1457mm for the BMW M 1000 RR 2021. The seat height is 830mm for the Ducati Panigale V4 2020 and slightly higher at 832mm for the BMW M 1000 RR 2021. The dry weight with ABS is 175kg for the Ducati Panigale V4 2020 and slightly lighter at 170kg for the BMW M 1000 RR 2021. The kerb weight with ABS is 198kg for the Ducati Panigale V4 2020 and 192kg for the BMW M 1000 RR 2021. Both motorcycles have a fuel tank capacity of 16 liters for the Ducati Panigale V4 2020 and 16.5 liters for the BMW M 1000 RR 2021.

In terms of equipment, both motorcycles are equipped with LED headlights.

In summary, the Ducati Panigale V4 2020 and the BMW M 1000 RR 2021 are both powerful and technologically advanced supersport motorcycles. While the Ducati Panigale V4 2020 offers clever electronics and noticeable upgrades from the previous model, the BMW M 1000 RR 2021 impresses with its smooth overall package, strong brakes, precise chassis, and noble details. Both motorcycles have their strengths and weaknesses, and it ultimately comes down to personal preference and priorities when choosing between them.