Ducati Superleggera V4-Complete review in 2025

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There is much more to the Ducati Superleggera V4 than being a mere bike, as it is a technological wonder and a piece that collector can dream of, as well as a tribute to what can be done when no corners are cut. Created with a perfectionist touch, this superbike is a limited production version of Ducati superbikes; it is the most powerful and finest motorcycle ever produced by the company.

 Summary and Outlook

• Name: Ducati Superleggera V4
• Type: special edition, speedbike superbike
• Release date: 2020
• Production Limit: 500 units in all over world wide
• Chassis: Ducati Panigale V4
• Price: About 100000 USD (depending on area and extras)
• Purpose: Track-oriented, lightweight competition serially-produced motorcycle
• Superleggera (meaning): Super Light in Italian

 Chassis and Building

Main Frame:

• It is designed using carbon fiber in its entirety, weighing that much less (1.2kg) than the aluminum Panigale V4 frame
• Is only 1.2 kg (compared to 4.2 kg in the normal one)

Sub Frame, Swing Arm and Wheels:

• Solid as well made of carbon fiber
• Cuts down more than 6.7kg of these parts as against traditional materials

Dry Weight:

• And weighing only 152.2 kg (335.5 lbs) it is the lightest superbike Ducati has ever produced
• Racing kit/ 152 kg dry, 159 kg wet

Aerodynamics:

• Carbon fiber biplane wings inspired by the MotoGP
  • Carbon fiber top V-shield and bottom winglets
  • Rubbish-free design
• Produce a top 50 kg downforce at 270 km/h (167.8 mph)
• Improves antitrailer quivering, wheelie resistance and cornering traction

 Power and Engine in Ducati Superleggera V4

• Type of engine: Desemosedici Stradale R
• Configuration: 998 cc: 90 V 4 DOHC 16 valves
• Bore x Stroke: 81 mm x 48.4 mm
• Compression ratio:0 to 1

Maximal power:

• 224 hp @ 15,250 rpm (street-legal version)
• 234 @ 15,500 rpm (Akrapovicked racing exhaust)

Peak torque:

• 116 Nm (85.5 lb-ft) at 11,750 rpm

Rev Limit and Redline:

• Rev Limit: 16,500 rpm
• Redline: 16000 rpm

Weight-to-Power ratio:

• Stock 1.41 hp/kg
• 54 hp/kg (race kit installed) – stronger than MotoGP bikes of few year back

 Electronics and Rider Aid in Ducati Superleggera V4

Here Ducati did not spare anything, providing a MotoG-level electronic package:

• 6 axis Bosch IMU
• Cornering ABS EVO
• Ducati Traction control EVO 2, (DTC EVO 2)
• Ducati Wheelie Control EVO (DWC EVO)
• Ducati Slide Control (DSC)
• Ducati Power Launch (DPL)
• Ducati Quick Shift EVO 2 (DQS EVO 2)
• Engine Brake Control EVO (EBC EVO)
• Three Riding Modes (Race A, Race B, Sport)
• GPS Lap Timer (Ducati Data Analyzer + accompanied by GPS module)

Dashboard:

• TFT 5 inch screen
• Track or road customizable layouts
• Shows lean angle, lap times and others

 Brakes and Suspension

Front Suspension:

• 43 mm 0hlins NPX25/30 pressurized forks
• Inner cartridge titanium
• Compression, rebound and preload: full adjustable

Rear Suspension:

• TTX36 shock, made by Öhlins
• Aluminum spring/steel (cut weight)
• Completely adaptable

Brakes:

• Front: Dual 330 mm discs Brembo Stylema R caliper
• Rear: Single disc 245 mm
• Stylema R calipers that are mechanically improved to handle heat dissipation and improve braking efficiency
• Brembo MCS Race-grade master cylinder

Tires:

• Pirelli Diablo Supercorsa SP V3 (ready)
• Race kits include slicks or SC2 / SC3 versions

 Extra Features & Racing Kit

Racing Kit included:

• Akrapovic titanium exhaust
• Different maps ECU-racing
• Carbon fiber light weight components
• Aluminum machined mirror block-offs
• Aluminum kickstand removing kit
• Plate delete kit
• Race only wiring harness

Race Kit weight reduction:

• The wet weight then decreases to 159 kg (351 lbs)
• Subsequently, when combined with full power, the bike reaches the best in class performance

Ready to Track:

• Every unit is supplied with a separate certification and videotape of engine test on dyno
• Track only setups imitate what Ducati Corse employs in WorldSBK

Design and Beauty

• Paints/color pattern: Ducati Corse inspired design
• Materials: Frame, swingarm, and fairings are arranged in visible carbon weave

Detail Orientation:

• All the bikes are serially numbered 1-500 and corresponding plaque of carbon and dashboard readings

Customization:

• The owners will be able to customize their race suit, helmet and bike in the Ducati customization scheme

 Ownership Experience and Exclusivity

Production:

• 500 bikes around the world

Serial Number:

• Triple clamp and dashboard printed

Perks of Ownership:

• The owners may also choose the Superbike Experience, which is a track day at Mugello, on the Superleggera V4
• There were invites to experience the MotoGP in a series that is referred to as MotoGP Experience, the riding of a Ducati Desmosedici GP bike
• Such engines constructed by hand and signed by the technician
• Special certificate of authenticity

Important Specifications Tabulated