Ducati continues its development of the Panigale V4 for 2027, with the latest generation gaining more engine performance, revised chassis dynamics, updated aerodynamics and electronics designed to improve control on the racetrack.
At the heart of both the Panigale V4 and V4 S is Ducati’s 1103cc Desmosedici Stradale 90-degree V4. For 2027, revisions to the intake, exhaust and lubrication systems increase claimed output to 218 horsepower at 13,500 rpm and 89 lb-ft of torque at 11,000 rpm.
The rev limiter is also raised to 500 rpm to 15,000 rpm in second through fifth gears, while taller final gearing of 17:42 reduces the number of shifts required around a circuit. The old model ran 16:41.
Aerodynamic updates include a new high-flow intake derived from the Panigale V4 R and revised dual-profile winglets with larger endplates. Ducati says the intake can contribute up to 1.3 additional horsepower at 300 km/h/186 mph, while the aerodynamic package is designed to improve stability at speed.
The chassis receives a new Front Frame with lateral stiffness reduced by 12 percent. Ducati says the change improves front-tire contact and rider confidence at high lean angles. The wheelbase is also shortened by 8mm to improve agility during direction changes.
The electronics package receives significant attention, including new Dynamic Engine Brake Control and Race Brake Control. The systems work with Ducati’s Vehicle Observer and cornering ABS to manage braking forces and rear-wheel behavior during hard deceleration, helping riders brake later and carry more speed into corners.
The Panigale V4 S adds electronically controlled Öhlins suspension, forged aluminum wheels and a lithium battery, reducing its claimed wet weight without fuel to 412 pounds compared with 421 pounds for the standard V4. The standard model uses fully adjustable Showa BPF fork and Sachs shock.
The 2027 Panigale V4 and V4 S are scheduled to reach North American Ducati dealerships in April 2027. The V4 S also joins Ducati’s Factory Made program, offering expanded factory customization with multiple colors, liveries and factory-installed performance options.
2027 Ducati Panigale V4 S Specifications (MSRP $35,995)
| Engine Liquid-cooled, 90-degree Desmosedici Stradale V4; counter-rotating crankshaft; Desmodromic valve actuation; four valves per cylinder, 1,103cc |
| Bore x stroke 81 x 53.5mm |
| Compression ratio 14.0:1 |
| Claimed horsepower 209 hp @ 12,750 rpm |
| Claimed torque 89 lb-ft @ 11,250 rpm |
| Fuel system Electronic fuel injection; twin injectors per cylinder; ride-by-wire elliptical throttle bodies; variable-length intake system |
| Exhaust 4-2-1-2 system with two catalytic converters and four lambda probes |
| Transmission Six-speed with Ducati Quick Shift (DQS) up/down 2.0 |
| Clutch Hydraulically controlled, slipper and self-servo wet multiplate |
| Final drive 520 chain; 16/42 gearing |
| Frame Aluminum-alloy Front Frame |
| Front suspension Öhlins NPX 25/30 S-EC 3.0 pressurized 43mm fork with TiN treatment; fully adjustable; electronic compression and rebound damping with Öhlins Smart EC 3.0 |
| Rear suspension Öhlins TTX36 S-EC 3.0 shock; electronic compression and rebound damping with Öhlins Smart EC 3.0; aluminum Hollow Symmetrical Swingarm |
| Front wheel 3.50 x 17-inch forged aluminum five-spoke |
| Rear wheel 6.00 x 17-inch forged aluminum five-spoke |
| Front tire Pirelli Diablo Supercorsa SP-V4, 120/70 ZR17 |
| Rear tire Pirelli Diablo Supercorsa SP-V4, 200/60 ZR17 |
| Front brake Dual 330mm semi-floating discs; Brembo Monobloc Hypure four-piston radial-mount calipers with Race eCBS |
| Rear brake 245mm disc; two-piston caliper with Race eCBS |
| Front/rear wheel travel 4.9/5.1 in. |
| Rake 24° |
| Trail 3.9 in. (98mm) |
| Wheelbase 58.1 in. |
| Seat height 33.5 in. |
| Fuel capacity 4.5 gal. |
| Wet weight, no fuel 412 lb. |
| Instrumentation: 6.9-inch TFT color display with Optical Bonding; 1,280 x 480-pixel resolution |
| Electronics Ducati Slide Control (DSC), Ducati Traction Control (DTC) DVO, Ducati Wheelie Control (DWC) DVO, Bosch Cornering ABS, Vehicle Hold Control, Ducati Vehicle Observer (DVO), Dynamic Engine Brake Control, Race Brake Control, Ducati Power Launch (DPL) DVO, Ducati Quick Shift up/down 2.0 |
| Standard equipment Öhlins Smart EC 3.0 electronic suspension, forged aluminum wheels, lithium-ion battery, Öhlins steering damper, cruise control, full LED lighting, self-canceling turn signals, lap timer, pit limiter, single-seat configuration and quick-adjustment buttons |
| Options Tire Pressure Monitoring System, Ducati Data Logger, Ducati Multimedia System, Lap Timer Pro, heated grips, turn-by-turn navigation, USB port, GPS and adjustable clip-ons (+10mm, track use only) |
