Is the Ducati Panigale V4 good for beginners?

The Ducati Panigale V4 makes 216 hp @ 13500 rpm, so it is more bike than most riders want as a first motorcycle. It can be a great second bike once you have experience, and some markets sell a restricted version.

Is the Ducati Panigale V4 good for shorter riders?

The Ducati Panigale V4 has a tall 850mm seat, which can be a stretch for shorter riders. Look for a factory low seat, lowering links, or a low-suspension variant.

Is the Ducati Panigale V4 good for touring?

The Ducati Panigale V4's 17L tank means more frequent fuel stops on a long trip. It can still tour, but a larger or auxiliary tank helps on big miles.

Ducati Panigale V4 - specs, owners & reviews

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Panigale V4

Ducati · 2025–2026

Power: 216 HP
Torque: 120.9 NM
Kerb weight: 187 KG
Seat height: 850 MM

Engine: 90° V4 (Desmosedici Stradale), liquid-cooled, desmodromic
Displacement: 1103 cc
Gearbox: 6-speed, quickshifter (DQS up/down)
Final drive: chain
Fuel: 17 L
Front brake: 2× 330mm discs, Brembo Hypure 4-piston
Rear brake: 245mm disc, 2-piston caliper
Front suspension: 43mm USD fork (base: Showa BPF; S: Öhlins NPX30 pressurised electronic)
Rear suspension: monoshock + double-sided swingarm (base: Sachs; S: Öhlins TTX36 electronic)
Front tyre: 120/70 ZR17
Rear tyre: 200/60 ZR17

Engine 1103ccDrive chainFuel 17 L

Service schedule

Panigale V4

Ducati · 2025–2026

Engine oil: 12,000 km / 12 months
Valve check: 24,000 km (desmo service)
Major service: 24,000 km / 4 years
Spark plugs: 24,000 km (at desmo service)
Air filter: 24,000 km (at desmo service)
Coolant: every 5 years
Brake fluid: every 2 years
Drive: chain clean/lube ~every 1,000 km; cam drive by chain (no timing belts)

Ducati.com / Cycle News 2025 first look: 216 hp, 187-188 kg, new double-sided swingarm & Hypure brakes (Euro5+).

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