Ducati reveals the 1199 Panigale superbike
Boasting technology never before seen in the superbike segment, meet the new standard of SuperbikesThe all-new Ducati superbike met the high expectations of Ducati fans around the world when its covers were lifted off at the EICMA motorcycle Show in Milan recently.
Three versions of the Panigale were announced – a standard machine, an up-spec S version and a range-topping Tricolore machine – with the latter two boasting the very latest suspension package from Öhlins in the form of electronically-controlled suspension – the first time it has been seen on a production sportsbike.
Compared to the 2011 1198 machine, the Italian firm has shaved off a considerable 10kg, with the innovative aluminium monocoque chassis accounting for five of the 10kg weight loss.
Ducati is claiming a power output of 195hp (143kW) and a whopping 132Nm of torque from its all-new twin-cylinder 1198cc Superquadro-engined Panigale that tips the scales at a meagre 188kg ready to ride.
Ducati’s latest offering has taken electronic rider aids to an all-new level on the Panigale, offering five different systems on the standard model, six systems on the S model and no less than seven on the top-of-the range Tricolore model.
The flagship Tricolore machine gains a revised version of the Ducati Data Analyser system using GPS, electronic suspension, an eight-level traction control system, a quickshifter, electronic engine braking control, three-way switchable engine modes as well as a thin film transistor full-colour instrument panel.
The styling has been heavily revised with the traditional under-seat pipes replaced with under-slung exhausts beneath the engine, enhancing the restyled rear tail. The front intakes feature splitters to divert small amounts of air from the airbox to keep the electronics cool.
The new Panigale follows in the steps of the brand’s Diavel and features a full-colour, high-definition instrument panel as well as full LED headlight, the first time such an arrangement has been used on a motorcycle.
All machines will be available in the Australian marketplace in early 2012, with pricing yet to be announced.
Panigale 1199
Suspension Front: USD 50mm Marzocchi, fully adjustable Rear: Sachs, fully adjustable with adjustable linkage
Wheels Front: 10-spoke alloy, 3.5 x 17 Rear: 10-spoke alloy, 6.0 x 17
ABS: Optional
Lights: Halogen
Dry weight:
Wet weight: 188kg
Electronics: DTC, DQS, EBC, engine modes
Rear: Öhlins TTX36, fully adjustable, electronic compression and rebound adjustment with adjustable linkage
Wheels Front: Three-spoke alloy, 3.5 x 17
Rear: Three-spoke alloy, 6.0 x 17
ABS: Optional
Lights: Full LED headlight system
Dry Weight: 164kg
Wet weight: 188kg
Electronics: DES, DTC, DQS, EBS, engine modes
Panigale 1199 S Tricolore
Suspension Front: USD 43mm Öhlins, fully adjustable, electronic rebound and compression adjustment
Rear: Öhlins TTX36, fully adjustable, electronic compression and rebound adjustment with adjustable linkage
Wheels Front: Three-spoke alloy, 3.5 x 17 Rear: Three-spoke alloy, 6.0 x 17
ABS: Standard fitment
Lights: Full LED headlight system
Dry weight: 166.5kg
Wet weight: 190.5kg
Electronics: DDA+, DES, DTC, DQS, EBC, engine modes
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