Ducati India today unleashed the highly anticipated all-new 2025 Panigale V2 and V2 S, ushering in a new era for the legendary Borgo Panigale twin-cylinder sports bike. This completely reimagined motorcycle marks an epochal moment, offering a perfect balance of exhilarating track performance and enjoyable everyday road use, making it the most fun Ducati sports bike ever created.
Built from scratch, the 2025 Panigale V2 is not merely an update but a completely new model designed to be intuitive and engaging from the first ride. It aims to redefine performance and rider engagement in India’s growing superbike market.
Commenting on the launch, Mr. Bipul Chandra, Managing Director, Ducati India, said,
“The superbike category in India continues its robust growth… This motorcycle is poised to redefine performance and rider engagement… embodying Ducati’s legendary racing DNA while making top-tier performance more accessible and profoundly enjoyable for Indian enthusiasts.”
A New Era for the Ducati Twin: Lighter and More Powerful
Ducati has achieved a perfect balance with the new Panigale V2, focusing on lightness and usable power.
- New 890 cc V2 Engine: The heart of the bike is the new 890 cc 90° V2 engine, the lightest twin-cylinder (54.4 kg) ever produced by Ducati.
- Performance: It delivers 120 hp of maximum power at 10,750 rpm and 93.3 Nm of maximum torque at 8,250 rpm, with generous delivery even at low revs.
- Lightest Panigale Ever: The Panigale V2 S boasts a wet weight (without fuel) of just 175 kg, while the standard V2 weighs 179 kg. This results in an exhilarating power-to-weight ratio of 0.69 hp/kg for the V2 S.
- Fuel Compliance: Both models are fully compliant with Indian E20 fuel regulations.
V4-Inspired Design and Aerodynamics
The design of the new Panigale V2 takes clear inspiration from its V4 sibling, translating complex surfaces into taut, clean lines for an aggressive yet elegant look.
- Front View: Dominated by the Full-LED headlight and DRL.
- Rear View: Features a completely faired tail creating a monolithic effect.
- Exhaust: New under-seat exhaust silencers hark back to Panigale racing tradition.
Advanced Chassis and Premium Components
The chassis architecture contributes significantly to the bike’s agility and stability.
- Frame: Utilizes a lightweight and efficient monocoque structure using the engine as a stressed element.
- Swingarm: Features a new double-sided swingarm inspired by the Panigale V4.
- Suspension (V2 S): Equipped with a premium, fully adjustable Öhlins suspension package (NIX-30 fork & shock absorber).
- Suspension (V2): Features a fully adjustable Marzocchi fork (43 mm) and Kayaba monoshock.
- Braking: High-performance braking system with Brembo M50 monobloc calipers (V2 S).
Super Sportbike Electronics for Ultimate Control
The Panigale V2 is equipped with a latest-generation electronics package based on a 6-axis Inertial Measurement Unit (IMU), ensuring sophisticated control and safety.
- Rider Aids: Includes ABS Cornering (with slide-by-brake), Ducati Traction Control (DTC), Ducati Wheelie Control (DWC), Engine Brake Control (EBC), and the new Ducati Quick Shift (DQS) 2.0 (up/down).
- Riding Modes: Offers four distinct Riding Modes (Race, Sport, Road, Wet) to instantly adapt the bike’s behaviour.
- Dashboard: All information is clearly displayed on a new 5-inch full-TFT display with a user interface derived from the Panigale V4.
- Additional Features (V2 S): Comes standard with Ducati Power Launch (DPL) and Ducati Pit Limiter (DPL), Lithium battery. (DPL available as accessory for V2).
Pricing, Availability, and Colors
The all-new 2025 Panigale V2 will arrive in dealerships at the end of January 2025. Both the V2 and V2 S versions will be available exclusively in the classic Ducati Red livery.
Pricing (Ex-Showroom India):
- Panigale V2 Ducati Red: INR 19,11,900
- Panigale V2 S Ducati Red: INR 21,09,900
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. What is the main highlight of the new 2025 Ducati Panigale V2? The 2025 Panigale V2 is the lightest Panigale ever made by Ducati, featuring a completely new and lighter 890 cc V2 engine and redesigned chassis.
2. What are the prices for the Panigale V2 and V2 S in India? The Panigale V2 starts at INR 19,11,900 and the Panigale V2 S starts at INR 21,09,900 (Ex-Showroom India).
3. What is the power output of the new 890 cc V2 engine? The new engine delivers 120 hp at 10,750 rpm and 93.3 Nm of torque at 8,250 rpm.
4. How much lighter is the 2025 Panigale V2 S compared to the standard V2? The Panigale V2 S weighs 175 kg (wet, no fuel), which is 4 kg lighter than the standard V2 (179 kg), mainly due to components like the Öhlins suspension and lithium battery.
5. What are the key differences between the Panigale V2 and V2 S? The V2 S features premium Öhlins suspension, a lithium battery, and comes standard with Ducati Power Launch (DPL) and Ducati Pit Limiter (DPL). The standard V2 uses Marzocchi/Kayaba suspension and a lead-acid battery.
6. When will the 2025 Panigale V2 be available in India? The new models will arrive in Ducati dealerships in India at the end of January 2025.
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