2019 Suzuki GSX-R 750 vs 2020 Ducati Panigale V2

Full specifications comparison • 2 motorcycles

Comparing 2 motorcycles
2019 Suzuki GSX-R 750 2019 Suzuki GSX-R 750

Sport

Engine
In-line four, four-stroke
Power
110.3 kW / 148 hp @ 12800 rpm
Top Speed
270.7 km/h / 168 mph
Weight
418.9 pounds
2020 Ducati Panigale V2 2020 Ducati Panigale V2

Sport

Engine
Four stroke, 90° °L° twin cylinder, DOHC, Desmodromic 4 valves per cylinder.
Power
114 kW / 155 hp @ 10750 rpm
Top Speed
N/A
Weight
200 kg / 441 lbs
Full Specifications
General
Year20192020
ColoursGlass Sparkle Black/Pearl Glacier White, Metallic Matte Black No.2/Glass Sparkle Black-
Make ModelSuzuki GSX-R 750Ducati Panigale V2
Warranty12 month unlimited mileage limited warranty.-
Dimensions
Ground Clearance (mm)130 mm-
Ground Clearance (in.)5.1 inches-
Seat Height810 mm / 31.8 in.840 mm / 33.1 in
Wheelbase1390 mm / 54.7 in.1436 mm / 56,5 in
Ground Clearance130 mm / 5.1 in-
Height1125 mm / 44.6 in.-
Length2030 mm / 79.9 in.-
Width710 mm / 28.0 in.-
Weights & Capacities
Dry Weight156 kg / 344 lbs176 kg / 388 lbs
Fuel Capacity17 Litres / 4.5 US gal / 3.7 Imp gal17 Litres / 4.5 US gal / 3.7 Imp gal
Wet Weight190 kg / 418 lbs200 kg / 441 lbs
Performance
Top Speed270.7 km/h / 168 mph-
Acceleration (0-100 km/h)3.2 sec-
Max Power110.3 kW / 148 hp @ 12800 rpm114 kW / 155 hp @ 10750 rpm
Max Torque86.3 Nm / 8.8 kgf-m / 64 ft-lb @ 11200 rpm104 Nm / 76.7 lb-ft @ 9000 rpm
Standing Start ¼ Mile10.7 sec-
Top Gear Acceleration4.5 sec-
Engine
Fuel ControlDouble Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)-
Engine TypeIn-line four, four-stroke-
Displacement749 c / 45.7 cub. in.955 cc / 58.3 cu in
Engine DetailFour stroke, transverse four cylinder, DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder.Four stroke, 90° °L° twin cylinder, DOHC, Desmodromic 4 valves per cylinder.
Fuel SystemInjection. Suzuki Dual Throttle Valve fuel injection-
Bore x Stroke70 x 48.7 mm100 x 60.8 mm
Compression Ratio12.5:112.5:1
Cooling SystemLiquid. High capacity large trapezoidal-shaped radiator which includes compact cooling fan assembly designed for improved air flow.Liquid cooled
Emissions-Euro 5
Engine LubricationWet sump-
Engine Oil SpecificationSynthetic,10W/40-
Exhaust-2-1-2-1 system, with 2 catalytic converters and 2 lambda probes
Fuel Consumption5.5 l/100 km / 18.3 km/l / 43 US mpg / 51 Imp mpg-
Fuel InductionNew 32 bit ECM features 1024 kilobytes of ROM for maximum engine performance working in conjunction with the new S-DMS engine management systemFuel Injection Electronic fuel injection system. Twin injectors per cylinder. Full rideby-wire elliptical throttle bodies
IgnitionDigital DC-CDIElectronic
LubricationWet sump-
Spark PlugNGK, CR9E-
StarterElectricElectric
Valve System4-
Drivetrain
ClutchWet, multiple discsHydraulically controlled slipper and self-servo wet multiplate clutch
Final DriveChain, RK525ROZ5Y, 116 linksChain; Front sprocket 15; Rear sprocket 43
Gear Ratios1st 2.79 / 2nd 2.05 / 3rd 1.71 / 4th 1.50 / 5th 1.35 / 6th 1.20:11st 37/15 2nd 30/16 3rd 27/18 4th 25/20 5th 24/22 6th 23/24
Gearbox6-speed-
Primary DriveRK525ROZ5Y, 116 links, ChainStraight cut gears; Ratio 1.77:1
Transmission / Drive6 Speed, constant mesh6 Speed with Ducati Quick Shift (DQS) up/down EVO 2
Chassis
Frame TypeUltra-lightweight frame built entirely of aluminum alloy castings.Monocoque Aluminium
Suspension - FrontShowa inverted 41 mm cartridge front forks fully adjustable for high and low speed compression, spring preload, and rebound dampingFully adjustable Showa BPF fork. 43 mm chromed inner tubes
Suspension - RearShowa 41mm aluminum alloy rear shock with a 16mm rod diameter are fully adjustable for high and low speed compression, spring preload and rebound dampingFully adjustable Sachs unit. Aluminum single-sided swingarm
Rake23.8°24º
Trail97 mm / 3.8 in.94 mm / 3.8 in
Wheel Travel - Front120 mm / 4.7 in.120 mm / 4.72 in
Wheel Travel - Rear130 mm / 5.1 in.130 mm / 5.1 in
Electronics
Equipment / Features-Ducati Quick Shift (DQS) up/down EVO 2, Full LED lighting with Daytime Running Light (DRL), Sachs steering damper, Auto-off indicators, Ducati Data Analyser+ (DDA+) with GPS module, Ducati Multimedia System (DMS), anti-theft, Ducati Lap Timer GPS (DLT GPS)
Safety Equipment-Riding Modes, Power Modes, Bosch Cornering ABS EVO, Ducati Traction Control (DTC) EVO 2, Ducati Wheelie Control (DWC) EVO, Engine Brake Control (EBC) EVO, Auto tire calibration
Electrical Systems
Display-Digital unit with 4,3″ TFT colour display
Wheels & Brakes
Brakes - Front2 x 310 mm Discs, radial-mount opposed-four-piston Brembo 4 piston monoblock calipers2 x 320 mm semi-floating discs, radially mounted Brembo Monobloc M4.32 4-piston callipers with Cornering ABS EVO
Brakes - RearSingle 220 mm disc, Nissin single piston caliperSingle 245 mm disc, 2-piston calliper with Cornering ABS EVO
Rims - Front3.8 x 17-
Rims - Rear5.5 x 17-
Tyres - Front120/70 ZR17120/70 ZR17 Pirelli Diablo Rosso Corsa II
Tyres - Rear180/55 ZR17180/60 ZR17 Pirelli Diablo Rosso Corsa II
WheelsAluminum, 3 spoke-
Wheels - Front-5-spokes light alloy 3.50″ x 17
Wheels - Rear-5-spokes light alloy 5.50" x 17

Verdict

Winner on specs

2020 Ducati Panigale V2

The 2020 Ducati Panigale V2 edges out the 2019 Suzuki GSX-R 750 thanks to its fuel injection and larger displacement. Specifications are one part of the picture - dealer support, parts availability, and intended use all matter too.

Key Differences

2019 Suzuki GSX-R 750 - Advantages

  • Lower seat height: 810 mm vs 840 mm - accessible to a wider range of rider heights.

2020 Ducati Panigale V2 - Advantages

  • Fuel injection: Precise fuelling, better cold-start reliability, and lower maintenance requirements.
  • Larger displacement: 955 cc vs 749 cc - more cubic capacity means broader torque delivery and greater low-end pull.

2019 Suzuki GSX-R 750 vs 2020 Ducati Panigale V2 - FAQs

What are the engine differences between the 2019 Suzuki GSX-R 750 and 2020 Ducati Panigale V2?
The 2019 Suzuki GSX-R 750 uses In-line four, four-stroke, while the 2020 Ducati Panigale V2 is powered by Four stroke, 90° °L° twin cylinder, DOHC, Desmodromic 4 valves per cylinder..
Which is lighter, the 2019 Suzuki GSX-R 750 or the 2020 Ducati Panigale V2?
The 2019 Suzuki GSX-R 750 is lighter at 190 kg compared to 200 kg for the 2020 Ducati Panigale V2 - a difference of 10 kg. This is a small difference unlikely to be a deciding factor in everyday riding.
Which bike is better for shorter riders, the 2019 Suzuki GSX-R 750 or the 2020 Ducati Panigale V2?
The 2019 Suzuki GSX-R 750 has the lower seat at 810 mm, making it more accessible. The 2020 Ducati Panigale V2 sits higher at 840 mm. A seat height below 800 mm suits most riders; above 820 mm shorter riders may need to tiptoe.
Which should I buy, the 2019 Suzuki GSX-R 750 or the 2020 Ducati Panigale V2?
Both are strong choices. The 2019 Suzuki GSX-R 750 has the edge in lower seat height, while the 2020 Ducati Panigale V2 stands out for fuel injection and larger displacement. Visit dealers, arrange test rides, and factor in local parts and service costs - these often matter as much as the spec sheet.