Ducati Panigale V2 2020 vs. Ducati 1299 Panigale S 2015

Ducati Panigale V2 2020

Ducati Panigale V2 2020

Ducati 1299 Panigale S 2015

Ducati 1299 Panigale S 2015

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Overview - Ducati Panigale V2 2020 vs Ducati 1299 Panigale S 2015

The Ducati Panigale V2 2020 and the Ducati 1299 Panigale S 2015 are both powerful and high-performance supersport motorcycles. However, there are several key differences between the two models.

In terms of engine specifications, the Panigale V2 has a bore of 100 mm and a stroke of 60.8 mm, resulting in an engine displacement of 955 cc. It produces 155 horsepower and 104 Nm of torque, with a compression ratio of 12.5. On the other hand, the 1299 Panigale S has a larger bore of 116 mm and the same stroke of 60.8 mm, resulting in a displacement of 1285 cc. It boasts a higher engine power of 205 horsepower and 144.6 Nm of torque, with a slightly higher compression ratio of 12.6.

Both motorcycles feature upside-down telescopic forks for the front suspension, but the Panigale V2 utilizes a Showa Big Piston technology while the 1299 Panigale S uses TiN-coating technology from Öhlins. Both models have single swing arm rear suspension with compression, preload, and rebound adjustments.

In terms of chassis, both models have an aluminum frame with a monocoque design. This provides a lightweight and rigid structure for enhanced handling and stability.

Ducati Panigale V2 2020

Ducati Panigale V2 2020

Both motorcycles are equipped with double disk brakes at the front, utilizing radial and monoblock technology from Brembo. This ensures excellent stopping power and precise braking performance.

In terms of dimensions and weights, the Panigale V2 has a front tire width of 120 mm and a rear tire width of 180 mm, both with a diameter of 17 inches. It has a wheelbase of 1436 mm and a seat height of 840 mm. The dry weight with ABS is 176 kg, while the kerb weight with ABS is 200 kg. The fuel tank capacity is 17 liters.

On the other hand, the 1299 Panigale S has a slightly wider rear tire width of 200 mm, also with a diameter of 17 inches. It has a slightly longer wheelbase of 1437 mm and a slightly lower seat height of 830 mm. The dry weight with ABS is 166.5 kg, while the kerb weight with ABS is 190.5 kg. The fuel tank capacity is also 17 liters.

Ducati 1299 Panigale S 2015

Ducati 1299 Panigale S 2015

In terms of strengths, the Panigale V2 is praised for its beautiful and noble design, outstanding electronics package, and the overall experience it provides. It is considered a great option for supersport beginners and returners. The 1299 Panigale S, on the other hand, is praised for its superb engine, great looks, and excellent electronics package. It is capable of achieving fast lap times and is favored by Panigale connoisseurs and professionals.

However, the Panigale V2 does have some weaknesses. Some riders may feel that it lacks a few more horsepower compared to other engines of similar size. Additionally, its true potential is only fully realized in Race mode.

The 1299 Panigale S is known to be very strenuous to drive and its driving behavior can be challenging for hobby pilots.

In conclusion, both the Ducati Panigale V2 2020 and the Ducati 1299 Panigale S 2015 are impressive supersport motorcycles with their own strengths and weaknesses. The Panigale V2 offers a more accessible and user-friendly experience, while the 1299 Panigale S is geared towards experienced riders seeking maximum performance.

Technical Specifications Ducati Panigale V2 2020 compared to Ducati 1299 Panigale S 2015

Ducati Panigale V2 2020
Ducati 1299 Panigale S 2015

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore100 mmBore116 mm
StrokeStroke60.8 mmStroke60.8 mm
Engine powerEngine power155 HPEngine power205 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power10,750 rpmRpm at Max. Power10,500 rpm
TorqueTorque104 NmTorque144.6 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque9,000 rpmRpm at Torque8,750 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio12.5 Compression Ratio12.6
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
DisplacementDisplacement955 ccmDisplacement1,285 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
TechnologyTechnologyBig PistonTechnologyTiN-coating
BrandBrandShowaBrandÖhlins
AdjustmentAdjustmentCompression, Preload, ReboundAdjustmentCompression, Preload

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSingle swing armSuspensionSingle swing arm
BrandBrandSachsBrandÖhlins
AdjustmentAdjustmentCompression, Preload, ReboundAdjustmentCompression, Preload

Chassis

FrameFrameAluminiumFrameAluminium
Frame typeFrame typeMonocoqueFrame typeMonocoque

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
TechnologyTechnologyradial, MonoblockTechnologyradial, Monoblock
BrandBrandBremboBrandBrembo

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc

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 width180 mmRear tyre width200 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height60 %Rear tyre height55 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,056 mmLength2,060 mm
HeightHeight1,115 mmHeight1,130 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,436 mmWheelbase1,437 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height840 mmSeat Height830 mm
Dry Weight (with ABS)Dry Weight (with ABS)176 kgDry Weight (with ABS)166.5 kg
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)200 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)190.5 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity17 lFuel Tank Capacity17 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Ducati Panigale V2 2020

Ducati Panigale V2 2020

For us, the Panigale V2 is the ultimate road super sports bike. Sophisticated electronic assistance systems that leave nothing to be desired, Ducati's fun 955 cm³ two-cylinder Superquadro engine that generates more than enough power for the road with 155 hp, a great seating position and a high degree of controllability. All of this characterises the Panigale V2 and for this reason it is probably "the" country road supersports bike for us at the moment, but it also cuts a good figure on the racetrack. The Panigale V2 should appeal above all to pilots for whom 200 hp rockets are a bit too much, and to all those who have also been enchanted by this work of art on two wheels.

Beautiful and noble design - ensures many open mouths!

Outstanding electronics package ensures a lot of safety and fun in traffic

Engine, ergonomics & electronics make the machine incredibly "experienceable"!

A real insider tip for supersport beginners and returners

Just the right measure of many things, engine power, chassis, ergonomics.

Compared to other engines of this size, it would still have been nice to have one/two more horses, but there are no really comparable current alternatives to the V2

"Only" in Race mode does it show its true potential

Ducati 1299 Panigale S 2015

Ducati 1299 Panigale S 2015

The Panigale 1299 S is a clear step forward from the old Panigale. Ducati fans who were not entirely satisfied with the previous model may now find their great love in the new machine. The many changes to the bike have made it stronger, faster and also a little more manoeuvrable. Fast and experienced riders who love 2-cylinders have no other choice anyway and will be happy. Traction control, engine electronics to control the engine brake and of course the electronic suspension from Öhlins are really good stuff. But even the new Panigale is not a motorbike with which not so nimble riders will find good times virtually on their own, like in the saddle of a BMW, for example. The Ducati has its own character, which not everyone likes, but which enchants Ducatisti to some extent.

Superb engine

great looks

great electronics package

fast lap times possible for Panigale connoisseurs and pros.

Very strenuous to drive

driving behaviour challenging for hobby pilots

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Ducati Panigale V2 vs Ducati 1299 Panigale S

There are a few key differences between a Ducati Panigale V2 2020 and a Ducati 1299 Panigale S 2015. There are the same number of bikes of both models available on the 1000PS.de marketplace, specifically 5. It takes less time to sell a Ducati Panigale V2 with 84 days compared to 89 days for a Ducati 1299 Panigale S. Since model year 2020 1000PS.de editors have written 9 reviews for the Ducati Panigale V2 and 13 reviews for the Ducati 1299 Panigale S since model year 2015. The first review for the Ducati Panigale V2 was published on 23/10/2019 and now has more than 70,000 views. This compares to more than 44,500 views for the first review on Ducati 1299 Panigale S published on 03/11/2014.

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