Ducati finally made public the latest addition to its line-up, the all-new 2020 Panigale V4 Superleggera. This exclusive and expensive motorcycle is just as gorgeous as it was expected to be.
There was a suspicion that Ducati was preparing an ultra-light version of the Panigale V4 after a carbon-fiber & aluminium version of the model was spotted being tested a few months ago.
The intuitions were confirmed when a few select Ducati VIPs received an e-mail signed by CEO Claudio Domenicali himself, introducing Project 1708. The e-mail contained a link to a page listing all the special model’s spectacular specifications, features, and pricing.
The Superleggera is the most powerful ride to ever roll out of the Borgo Panigale factory thanks to its 224 horsepower, 998cc, V4 Desmosedici Stradale engine. The model wouldn’t be worthy of the Superleggera appellation without some serious weight-saving measures involved. The Panigale’s diet regime makes ample use of carbon fiber (including the frame and swingarm) and aluminium components resulting in a dry weight of 350 pounds. This results in an insane power-to-weight ratio of 1.41hp/kg. For comparison, the 1299 Superleggera was rated at 1.378.
The suspension consists of an Öhlins pressurized fork and titanium shock while stopping power comes from a set of Brembo brakes with Style R callipers. The bike features three pre-set and five customizable riding modes as well as a lap time tracker.
Only 500 units of the special model will be produced at a rate of five produced in a day. Ducati expects to produce all ordered units before the end of 2020. While the release doesn’t confirm the model’s pricing, the specifications sheet leaked earlier in January indicates the bike will go for $100,000. The House of Borgo Panigale expects the first deliveries to take place in June 2020.
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