2027 Ducati Panigale V4 S First Look
D
ucati continues its develop-
ment of the Panigale V4 for
2027, with the latest generation
gaining more engine perfor-
mance, revised chassis dynam-
ics, 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 sys-
tems 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
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 brak-
ing forces and rear-wheel behav-
ior during hard deceleration, help-
ing 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 com-
pared with 421 pounds for the
standard V4. The standard model
uses fully adjustable Showa BPF
fork and Sachs shock.
Expected to be in North Ameri-
can dealers in April 2027, the
Panigale V4 starts at $27,995,
while the V4 S comes in with a
starting MSRP of $35,995. The S
version also joins Ducati's Fac-
tory Made program, which offers
expanded factory customization
with multiple colors, liveries and
factory-installed performance op-
tions.
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VOLUME 63 ISSUE 42 OCTOBER 20, 2026 P29
The 2027 Ducati Panigale
V4 S gets a touch more of
everything—horsepower,
chassis improvements and
aero… don't forget aero.
