Ducati Streetfighter V4 S 2021 vs. Ducati Panigale V4 2018

Ducati Streetfighter V4 S 2021

Ducati Streetfighter V4 S 2021

Ducati Panigale V4 2018

Ducati Panigale V4 2018

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Overview - Ducati Streetfighter V4 S 2021 vs Ducati Panigale V4 2018

The Ducati Streetfighter V4 S 2021 and the Ducati Panigale V4 2018 are both high-performance motorcycles from Ducati, but they have some key differences.

In terms of engine and drivetrain, both bikes have the same V4 engine with an 81mm bore and 53.5mm stroke. However, the Streetfighter V4 S has a slightly lower engine power of 208 HP compared to the Panigale V4's 214 HP. The torque is also slightly lower on the Streetfighter V4 S at 123 Nm compared to the Panigale V4's 124 Nm. Both bikes have a compression ratio of 14 and use fuel injection for their fuel systems.

In terms of suspension, the Streetfighter V4 S is equipped with Öhlins suspension on both the front and rear, while the Panigale V4 has Showa suspension on the front and Sachs suspension on the rear. Both bikes have adjustable compression, preload, and rebound settings. The rear suspension on both bikes is a single swing arm made of aluminum.

Ducati Streetfighter V4 S 2021

Ducati Streetfighter V4 S 2021

Both bikes have an aluminum frame and a monocoque frame type. They also have the same rake and trail measurements of 65.5 degrees and 100mm, respectively.

For brakes, both bikes have double disk brakes on the front with a diameter of 330mm and four-piston calipers. The technology used for the brakes is radial monoblock, and they are both equipped with Brembo brakes.

In terms of advanced rider assistance systems, the Streetfighter V4 S has a more extensive list of features compared to the Panigale V4. The Streetfighter V4 S includes ABS, riding modes, dynamic suspension, cornering ABS, launch control, ride by wire, quickshifter, traction control, and anti-wheelie. The Panigale V4, on the other hand, only has ABS.

In terms of dimensions and weights, both bikes have the same front and rear tire widths and diameters. The Streetfighter V4 S has a slightly longer wheelbase at 1488mm compared to the Panigale V4's 1469mm. The seat height is also slightly higher on the Streetfighter V4 S at 845mm compared to the Panigale V4's 830mm. The dry weight with ABS is slightly higher on the Streetfighter V4 S at 178kg compared to the Panigale V4's 175kg. The kerb weight with ABS is also slightly higher on the Streetfighter V4 S at 199kg compared to the Panigale V4's 198kg. Both bikes have a fuel tank capacity of 16 liters.

Ducati Panigale V4 2018

Ducati Panigale V4 2018

In terms of equipment, both bikes are equipped with LED headlights. The Streetfighter V4 S also has a TFT display, while the Panigale V4 does not.

In terms of strengths, the Streetfighter V4 S is the most powerful naked bike ever and has good ergonomics, superb electronically adjustable Öhlins suspension, brute Brembo Stylema brakes, a full electronics package, and a handsome, distinctive look. The Panigale V4 has a powerful engine with charisma and great manners, a pleasant upper body position compared to other supersport bikes, a sufficiently dimensioned chassis for the country road, a powerful but not intrusive sound, and good wind protection.

In terms of weaknesses, the Streetfighter V4 S is very expensive, has a loud exhaust sound, and its full power is only available in the upper rev range. The Panigale V4's seat can get warm, especially in city traffic, and its engine/clutch may feel a little rough in tight hairpin bends.

Technical Specifications Ducati Streetfighter V4 S 2021 compared to Ducati Panigale V4 2018

Ducati Streetfighter V4 S 2021
Ducati Panigale V4 2018

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeVEngine typeV
BoreBore81 mmBore81 mm
StrokeStroke53.5 mmStroke53.5 mm
Engine powerEngine power208 HPEngine power214 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power13,000 rpmRpm at Max. Power13,000 rpm
TorqueTorque123 NmTorque124 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque9,500 rpmRpm at Torque10,000 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio14 Compression Ratio14
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
DegreesDegrees90 Degrees90
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch 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
ValvesValvesDesmodromicValvesDesmodromic
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement1,103 ccmDisplacement1,103 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
BrandBrandÖhlinsBrandShowa
DiameterDiameter43 mmDiameter43 mm
TravelTravel120 mmTravel120 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentCompression, Preload, ReboundAdjustmentCompression, Preload, Rebound

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSingle swing armSuspensionSingle swing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
BrandBrandÖhlinsBrandSachs
TravelTravel130 mmTravel130 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentCompression, Preload, ReboundAdjustmentCompression, Preload, Rebound
MaterialMaterialAluminiumMaterialAluminium

Chassis

FrameFrameAluminiumFrameAluminium
Frame typeFrame typeMonocoqueFrame typeMonocoque
RakeRake65.5 degreeRake65.5 degree
TrailTrail100 mmTrail100 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter330 mmDiameter330 mm
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
TechnologyTechnologyradial, MonoblockTechnologyradial, Monoblock
BrandBrandBremboBrandBrembo

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter245 mmDiameter245 mm
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonDouble piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Dynamic suspension, Cornering ABS, Launch-Control, Ride by Wire, Quickshifter, Traction control, Anti-wheelieAdvanced 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 width200 mmRear tyre width200 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height60 %Rear tyre height60 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
WheelbaseWheelbase1,488 mmWheelbase1,469 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height845 mmSeat Height830 mm
Dry Weight (with ABS)Dry Weight (with ABS)178 kgDry Weight (with ABS)175 kg
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)199 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)198 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity16 lFuel Tank Capacity16 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Equipment

EquipmentEquipmentLED-Headlights, TFT displayEquipmentLED-Headlights

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Ducati Streetfighter V4 S 2021

Ducati Streetfighter V4 S 2021

The problem of the Streetfighter V4 S with Euro4 engine, namely no power in the lower rev range but explosion in the upper rev range, has been largely rectified with the update to Euro5. Although the disgusting 208 hp are still only available at 13,000 rpm, the SF V4 S now also works acceptably at lower revs. The electronic Öhlins suspension is at its best and the brute Brembo Stylema stoppers again celebrate the penchant for the racetrack. Ergonomics and handling are also basically good, but on the racetrack you would wish for lower handlebars because of the awesome power. A perfect poser bike that also works on the country road, and on the racetrack anyway. Only the too-loud sound should be curbed a little.

The most powerful naked bike ever

good ergonomics

superb, electronically adjustable Öhlins suspension

brute Brembo Stylema brakes

full electronics package

handsome, distinctive look.

very expensive

loud exhaust sound

full power only in the upper rev range

Ducati Panigale V4 2018

Ducati Panigale V4 2018

The Panigale has become much more accessible in the 2018 V4 version than before. The engine, in combination with the electronics package, is still not as flawless and sterile as an inline four, but in practice it is a real blessing for Ducatisti - and a positive surprise for riders of other brands. The Panigale V4 also surprised with tolerable riding comfort on the country road and a pleasant level of stability. Progress here was clearly in the right direction. The new V4 is stronger and faster but also easier and more pleasant to ride.

Powerful engine with charisma and great manners

Pleasant upper body position (compared to other supersport bikes)

In the V4 sufficiently dimensioned chassis for the country road

Powerful but not intrusive sound

Good wind protection

Seat gets warm especially in city traffic

engine / clutch seems a little rough in tight hairpin bends.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Ducati Streetfighter V4 S vs Ducati Panigale V4

There are a few key differences between a Ducati Streetfighter V4 S 2021 and a Ducati Panigale V4 2018. In terms of price, the actual average price of a Ducati Streetfighter V4 S 2021 is about 14% higher. A Ducati Streetfighter V4 S 2021 experiences a loss of 580 GBP in one year of ownership. This is offset by a loss of 1,140 GBP for a Ducati Panigale V4 2018. Compared to Ducati Panigale V4 2018 there are more Ducati Streetfighter V4 S 2021 bikes available on the 1000PS.de Marketplace, specifically 10 compared to 5. It takes less time to sell a Ducati Streetfighter V4 S with 85 days compared to 91 days for a Ducati Panigale V4. Since model year 2020 1000PS.de editors have written 17 reviews for the Ducati Streetfighter V4 S and 18 reviews for the Ducati Panigale V4 since model year 2018. The first review for the Ducati Streetfighter V4 S was published on 26/03/2020 and now has more than 73,600 views. This compares to more than 131,500 views for the first review on Ducati Panigale V4 published on 05/11/2017.

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