BMW S 1000 RR 2023 vs. Ducati Panigale V4 S 2021

BMW S 1000 RR 2023

BMW S 1000 RR 2023

Ducati Panigale V4 S 2021

Ducati Panigale V4 S 2021

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Overview - BMW S 1000 RR 2023 vs Ducati Panigale V4 S 2021

The BMW S 1000 RR model year 2023 and the Ducati Panigale V4 S model year 2021 are both high-performance supersport motorcycles that offer impressive specifications and features.

In terms of engine and drive train, the BMW S 1000 RR 2023 is equipped with an in-line, 4-cylinder engine with a displacement of 999cc. It produces 210 horsepower and 113 Nm of torque. The engine features a DOHC configuration with 4 valves per cylinder and a compression ratio of 13.3. On the other hand, the Ducati Panigale V4 S 2021 is powered by a V4 engine with a displacement of 1103cc. It delivers 214 horsepower and 124 Nm of torque. The engine utilizes a desmodromic valve system and has a compression ratio of 14. Both motorcycles offer impressive power and performance, with the Ducati having a slight edge in terms of horsepower and torque.

In terms of suspension, both motorcycles feature upside-down telescopic forks at the front and a monoshock suspension at the rear. The BMW S 1000 RR 2023 has a front fork diameter of 45mm, while the Ducati Panigale V4 S 2021 has a slightly smaller diameter of 43mm. Both motorcycles offer adjustable compression, preload, and rebound settings for the suspension. The rear suspension of both motorcycles is made of aluminum.

In terms of chassis, both motorcycles feature an aluminum frame. The BMW S 1000 RR 2023 has a twin-tube, load-bearing engine frame type, while the Ducati Panigale V4 S 2021 utilizes a monocoque frame type. The rake and trail measurements are slightly different, with the BMW having a rake of 66.4 degrees and a trail of 99.8mm, while the Ducati has a rake of 65.5 degrees and a trail of 100mm.

BMW S 1000 RR 2023

BMW S 1000 RR 2023

Both motorcycles are equipped with double disk brakes at the front, but the Ducati Panigale V4 S 2021 has larger diameter disks at 330mm compared to the 320mm on the BMW S 1000 RR 2023. The Ducati also features radial and monoblock brake technology.

In terms of advanced rider assistance systems, both motorcycles offer ABS. The BMW S 1000 RR 2023 goes a step further and features additional systems such as riding modes, launch control, ride by wire, quickshifter, and traction control. The Ducati Panigale V4 S 2021 only offers ABS as an advanced rider assistance system.

In terms of dimensions and weights, both motorcycles have similar front tire widths of 120mm and front tire diameters of 17 inches. However, the Ducati Panigale V4 S 2021 has a wider rear tire width of 200mm compared to the 190mm on the BMW S 1000 RR 2023. Both motorcycles have a wheelbase of around 1460mm and a seat height of around 830mm. The dry weight of the BMW S 1000 RR 2023 is 175kg with ABS, while the Ducati Panigale V4 S 2021 weighs slightly less at 174kg with ABS.

Ducati Panigale V4 S 2021

Ducati Panigale V4 S 2021

In terms of equipment, both motorcycles are equipped with LED headlights. The BMW S 1000 RR 2023 also features a TFT display, while the Ducati Panigale V4 S 2021 does not have this feature.

In terms of strengths, the BMW S 1000 RR 2023 is praised for its very good electronics or control systems, good feedback, and good stability. On the other hand, the Ducati Panigale V4 S 2021 is noted for its increased power for 2022, better controllability, tuning of chassis components, improved ergonomics, and changed gearbox tuning.

In terms of weaknesses, the BMW S 1000 RR 2023 is mentioned to have engine vibrations, while the Ducati Panigale V4 S 2021 is criticized for having somewhat spongy brakes and lacking a water temperature display in degrees.

Overall, both the BMW S 1000 RR 2023 and the Ducati Panigale V4 S 2021 are impressive supersport motorcycles with their own unique strengths and weaknesses. It ultimately comes down to personal preference and priorities when choosing between the two.

Technical Specifications BMW S 1000 RR 2023 compared to Ducati Panigale V4 S 2021

BMW S 1000 RR 2023
Ducati Panigale V4 S 2021

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeV
BoreBore80 mmBore81 mm
StrokeStroke49.7 mmStroke53.5 mm
Engine powerEngine power210 HPEngine power214 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power13,750 rpmRpm at Max. Power13,000 rpm
TorqueTorque113 NmTorque124 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque11,000 rpmRpm at Torque9,500 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio13.3 Compression Ratio14
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath, AntihoppingClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders4Cylinders4
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDesmodromic
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement999 ccmDisplacement1,103 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
DiameterDiameter45 mmDiameter43 mm
TravelTravel120 mmTravel120 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentCompression, Preload, ReboundAdjustmentCompression, Preload, Rebound

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSingle swing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
TravelTravel117 mmTravel130 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentCompression, Preload, ReboundAdjustmentCompression, Preload, Rebound
MaterialMaterialAluminiumMaterialAluminium

Chassis

FrameFrameAluminiumFrameAluminium
Frame typeFrame typeTwin Tube, Load-bearing engineFrame typeMonocoque
RakeRake66.4 degreeRake65.5 degree
TrailTrail99.8 mmTrail100 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter320 mmDiameter330 mm
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
TechnologyTechnologyradialTechnologyradial, Monoblock

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter220 mmDiameter245 mm
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonDouble piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Launch-Control, Ride by Wire, Quickshifter, Traction controlAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width120 mmFront tyre width120 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height70 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter17 inchFront tyre diameter17 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width190 mmRear tyre width200 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height55 %Rear tyre height60 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
WheelbaseWheelbase1,457 mmWheelbase1,469 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height824 mmSeat Height830 mm
Dry Weight (with ABS)Dry Weight (with ABS)175 kgDry Weight (with ABS)174 kg
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)197 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)195 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity16.5 lFuel Tank Capacity16 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA
Stationary noiseStationary noise98 dBStationary noise107 dB

Equipment

EquipmentEquipmentLED-Headlights, TFT displayEquipmentLED-Headlights

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

BMW S 1000 RR 2023

BMW S 1000 RR 2023

For me, the most noticeable of all the innovations were the electronics and the steering geometry. Thanks to the additional information of the new steering angle sensor and the revised riding aids, the new S1000RR now has an electronic package with which you can not only ride safely, but also quickly, which will especially please the faster faction. But with a few additional features such as Slide Control, the average rider also has the opportunity to try out the riding style of the pros without risk, in order to cut a good figure in riding photos. And apart from that, it's also fun. The new steering geometry brings a little more calmness to the front and improves feedback, which is an invaluable advantage, especially at the limits. So the next round in the hunt for the best superbike is reopened.

Very good electronics or control systems

Good feedback

Good stability

Engine vibrations

Ducati Panigale V4 S 2021

Ducati Panigale V4 S 2021

There are hardly any real weaknesses left in the current Super Bikes anyway. Who gets along better with which motorbike now depends more on personal preferences than on pure data. By further improving the rideability, the Panigale can certainly score points with more and more riders. The latest update of the Panigale V4S, however, brings some advantages in terms of racetrack use and, not least due to the diverse setting options, probably enables many riders to improve their lap times compared to the predecessor. But how much depends largely on the rider!

More power for 2022

better controllability

tuning of chassis components

ergonomics

changed gearbox tuning.

Brake somewhat spongy

no water temperature display in degrees

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price BMW S 1000 RR vs Ducati Panigale V4 S

There are a few key differences between a BMW S 1000 RR 2023 and a Ducati Panigale V4 S 2021. In terms of price, the actual average price of a Ducati Panigale V4 S 2021 is about 29% higher. Compared to Ducati Panigale V4 S 2021 there are more BMW S 1000 RR 2023 bikes available on the 1000PS.de Marketplace, specifically 24 compared to 4. It takes less time to sell a BMW S 1000 RR with 61 days compared to 133 days for a Ducati Panigale V4 S. Since model year 2010 1000PS.de editors have written 135 reviews for the BMW S 1000 RR and 21 reviews for the Ducati Panigale V4 S since model year 2018. The first review for the BMW S 1000 RR was published on 16/04/2008 and now has more than 4,000 views. This compares to more than 131,500 views for the first review on Ducati Panigale V4 S published on 05/11/2017.

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