Ducati Panigale V2

Power on the Ducati V2 comes from an all-new 890cc, liquid-cooled V-twin engine. It produces 118 bhp at 10,750 rpm and 93.3 Nm of torque at 8,250 rpm. This engine trades outright peak numbers for a friendlier, more usable spread of power compared to the older Superquadro unit. The result is a bike that feels manageable on the road, not just fast on a track.

A 6-speed gearbox handles shifts, paired with a wet multiplate clutch with an assist-and-slipper function. The quickshifter comes standard, letting riders change gears without touching the clutch lever. The top speed is rated at a genuinely serious 260 kmph (approximate).

Four riding modes are on offer: Race, Sport, Road, and Wet. Each recalibrates throttle response, traction control, and engine braking to suit the conditions. Cornering ABS, wheelie control, and multiple power modes all come standard. Ducati has clearly borrowed heavily from the Panigale V4's electronics suite for this smaller sibling.

Owners on forums consistently praise how manageable this engine feels compared to the outgoing model. It rewards confident riding without punishing small mistakes the way a peakier engine might. Cruise control is also available, a genuinely rare feature on a bike this focused on outright performance. It makes longer highway stretches between twisty roads far less tiring than on a typical supersport.

Handling on the Panigale V2 benefits from an all-new monocoque aluminium frame. This design is lighter and stiffer than the tubular frames used on many rivals. The Standard variant uses a fully adjustable 43 mm Marzocchi USD fork up front. A fully adjustable Kayaba monoshock handles the rear. The S variant swaps both for Ohlins units, setting a genuinely higher benchmark for suspension feel.

Braking comes from twin 320 mm front discs gripped by Brembo M50 monobloc radial callipers. A 245 mm rear disc with a two-piston calliper handles the back. Dual-channel, cornering-enabled ABS comes standard, giving genuine confidence during hard braking into corners.

The kerb weight sits at just 189 kg (186 kg for the S variant), which is highly competitive for a supersport in this segment. The seat height is a tall 837 mm, firmly aimed at riders comfortable with an aggressive, track-focused riding posture. The ground clearance of 128 mm reflects this bike's road and track priorities rather than everyday practicality.

Ride quality stays firm, even on smooth roads. Some owners note the suspension can feel sensitive over uneven surfaces. That is a genuine trade-off for the sharp handling this bike delivers on smooth tarmac or a track day. Pillion accommodation exists but stays strictly secondary to the rider experience. Most owners treat the passenger seat as an occasional option rather than a daily feature.

ARAI rates the Ducati V2 at 16.6 kmpl. Owner-reported figures average closer to 20 kmpl, better than the official number suggests. Riding style has a real impact here. Hard acceleration and high revs will bring the real-world figure down noticeably.

The 15-litre fuel tank, with a 5-litre reserve, gives a claimed riding range of around 282 km per fill-up. That is modest, typical for a performance-focused supersport rather than a touring machine. Frequent fill-ups come with the territory of owning a bike built primarily for speed.

Ducati's dealer network in India remains limited to major metro cities. This matters for service access if you live outside these areas. Insurance premiums also run high, reflecting both the bike's value and its repair costs following any incident. Comparing quotes from more than one insurer before purchase is a sensible step for any buyer.

The Ducati Panigale V2 price in India starts at Rs. 19,51,000 ex-showroom for the Standard variant. The Panigale V2 S costs Rs. 21,53,000, while the newest Panigale V2 S in Ducati Yellow is priced at Rs. 21,86,000.

The Ducati V2 on-road price in India climbs considerably once RTO and insurance are added. In Delhi, the on-road figure lands around Rs. 21,95,552, while cities like Mumbai and Pune push past Rs. 24 lakh. Buyers should always confirm current pricing with their nearest authorised Ducati dealership. Festive offers and finance schemes can shift the effective cost from one month to the next.

Its key rivals include the Aprilia RS 660, BMW S 1000 RR, and Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R. Within Ducati's own range, the Hypermotard 950 and SuperSport offer a more relaxed alternative. Against this set, the Ducati Panigale V2 stands out for its usable engine character. Its Panigale V4-inspired electronics suite adds to the appeal.