BMW S 1000 RR 2015 vs. Ducati Panigale V2 2020

BMW S 1000 RR 2015

BMW S 1000 RR 2015

Ducati Panigale V2 2020

Ducati Panigale V2 2020

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Overview - BMW S 1000 RR 2015 vs Ducati Panigale V2 2020

In terms of engine and drive train, the BMW S 1000 RR 2015 features an in-line engine with a bore of 80 mm and a stroke of 49.7 mm. It delivers an impressive engine power of 199 HP and a torque of 113 Nm. With a compression ratio of 13 and 4 cylinders, the bike has a displacement of 999 ccm. On the other hand, the Ducati Panigale V2 2020 has a V-type engine with a bore of 100 mm and a stroke of 60.8 mm. It offers a slightly lower engine power of 155 HP and a torque of 104 Nm. The compression ratio is 12.5 and it has 2 cylinders with a displacement of 955 ccm.

In terms of suspension, the BMW S 1000 RR 2015 is equipped with a telescopic fork for the front suspension and a swing arm for the rear suspension. The Ducati Panigale V2 2020, on the other hand, features an upside-down telescopic fork for the front suspension and a single swing arm for the rear suspension.

BMW S 1000 RR 2015

BMW S 1000 RR 2015

Both bikes have an aluminum frame, with the BMW S 1000 RR 2015 having a twin tube frame type and the Ducati Panigale V2 2020 having a monocoque frame type.

When it comes to brakes, both bikes have double disk brakes at the front. However, the Ducati Panigale V2 2020 has the additional feature of radial and monoblock technology for its front brakes.

In terms of dimensions and weights, both bikes have a front tire width of 120 mm and a front tire diameter of 17 inches. The BMW S 1000 RR 2015 has a rear tire width of 190 mm and a rear tire diameter of 17 inches, while the Ducati Panigale V2 2020 has a rear tire width of 180 mm and a rear tire diameter of 17 inches. The wheelbase of the BMW S 1000 RR 2015 is 1425 mm, while the Ducati Panigale V2 2020 has a slightly longer wheelbase of 1436 mm. The seat height of the BMW S 1000 RR 2015 is 815 mm, while the Ducati Panigale V2 2020 has a higher seat height of 840 mm. The kerb weight of the BMW S 1000 RR 2015, including ABS, is 204 kg, while the Ducati Panigale V2 2020 has a slightly lighter kerb weight of 200 kg. Both bikes have a fuel tank capacity of 17 liters, with the BMW S 1000 RR 2015 having a slightly larger capacity of 17.5 liters.

Ducati Panigale V2 2020

Ducati Panigale V2 2020

In terms of strengths, the BMW S 1000 RR 2015 offers a superb shift assistant, an incredibly powerful and rev-happy engine, and a great range of accessories. It also has a race-ready data logging tool and calibration tool available. On the other hand, the Ducati Panigale V2 2020 is praised for its beautiful and noble design, which leaves a lasting impression. It also has an outstanding electronics package that ensures a high level of safety and fun in traffic. The combination of engine, ergonomics, and electronics make the Ducati Panigale V2 2020 an incredibly "experienceable" machine. It is considered a real insider tip for supersport beginners and returners due to its well-balanced features.

In terms of weaknesses, the BMW S 1000 RR 2015 is noted to have a chassis that can quickly reach its limit in the hands of professionals. The Ducati Panigale V2 2020, on the other hand, is criticized for its slightly lower engine power compared to other engines of similar size. However, there are currently no comparable alternatives to the V2 engine. It is also mentioned that the true potential of the Ducati Panigale V2 2020 is only fully realized in Race mode.

Technical Specifications BMW S 1000 RR 2015 compared to Ducati Panigale V2 2020

BMW S 1000 RR 2015
Ducati Panigale V2 2020

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeV
BoreBore80 mmBore100 mm
StrokeStroke49.7 mmStroke60.8 mm
Engine powerEngine power199 HPEngine power155 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power13,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power10,750 rpm
TorqueTorque113 NmTorque104 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque10,500 rpmRpm at Torque9,000 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio13 Compression Ratio12.5
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath, AntihoppingClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders4Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
DisplacementDisplacement999 ccmDisplacement955 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionTelescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSingle swing arm

Chassis

FrameFrameAluminiumFrameAluminium
Frame typeFrame typeTwin TubeFrame typeMonocoque

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
TechnologyTechnologyradialTechnologyradial, Monoblock

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonDouble piston

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 width180 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height55 %Rear tyre height60 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,050 mmLength2,056 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,425 mmWheelbase1,436 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height815 mmSeat Height840 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)204 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)200 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity17.5 lFuel Tank Capacity17 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

BMW S 1000 RR 2015

BMW S 1000 RR 2015

The BMW can still score points with hard facts in 2015. If you like top performance, you have to buy the BMW. It turns out incredibly powerful at the top and drives away the rest of the field from 200. Big and heavy riders will be able to benefit from this even more. BMW didn't make it easy for themselves with this bike and put together a very universal motorbike. If you were to do a comparison test with 50 different riders (from rookie to pro), the BMW would have the best average of all 1000cc bikes. The electronic chassis, but also the riding aids, make the pros fast and the beginners safe on the road. A top recommendation for a very broad target group. Very fast hobby riders will not be 100% satisfied with the standard suspension. If you don't want to modify the chassis, you should rather go for an R1M, a Panigale S or an RSV RF. If you want to convert anyway, the S 1000 RR is the strongest and most universal base. Surprisingly, the powerful machine also rides very well on country roads. All in all, it looks like a compromise, but it never feels like one in practice.

Superb shift assistant

incredibly powerful and rev-happy engine

great range of accessories

race-ready data logging tool and calibration tool available.

Chassis quickly at the limit in the hands of professionals

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

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price BMW S 1000 RR vs Ducati Panigale V2

There are a few key differences between a BMW S 1000 RR 2015 and a Ducati Panigale V2 2020. In terms of price, the actual average price of a Ducati Panigale V2 2020 is about 17% higher. Compared to Ducati Panigale V2 2020 there are more BMW S 1000 RR 2015 bikes available on the 1000PS.de Marketplace, specifically 8 compared to 5. It takes less time to sell a BMW S 1000 RR with 77 days compared to 84 days for a Ducati Panigale V2. Since model year 2010 1000PS.de editors have written 135 reviews for the BMW S 1000 RR and 9 reviews for the Ducati Panigale V2 since model year 2020. The first review for the BMW S 1000 RR was published on 4/16/2008 and now has more than 4,000 views. This compares to more than 70,000 views for the first review on Ducati Panigale V2 published on 10/23/2019.

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