2023 Ducati Panigale V4 R Specifications

Name: 2023 Ducati Panigale V4 R
Brand: Ducati

Sport • Specs last verified 31 October 2026

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2023 Ducati Panigale V4 R Overview

Ducati Panigale V4 R is a sport motorcycle, displacing 998 cc. Power comes from a Four stroke, Desmosedici Stradale 90° V4, rearward-rotating crankshaft, 4 Desmodromically actuated valves per cylinder engine, a compression ratio of 14.0:1. On the performance side, it delivers 159.1 kW @ 15500 rpm of peak power and 111.3 Nm @ 12000 rpm of torque. On the road, the 2023 Panigale V4 R tips the scales at 193.5 kg, carries a 17-litre fuel tank, offers a seat height of 850 mm and spans a 1471 mm wheelbase. The full 2023 Ducati Panigale V4 R spec sheet below covers every technical detail, from suspension travel to tyre sizes.

2023 Ducati Panigale V4 R compared with other bikes in the Sport category

We checked the recorded figures for the 2023 Ducati Panigale V4 R against up to 1607 bikes in the Sport category in our database, counting each model once at the model year nearest to this one.

Only 11 of the other 726 bikes in the Sport category have a higher power-to-weight ratio than the 822 W/kg of the Panigale V4 R.
With 159.1 kW, the Panigale V4 R has the 27th highest power output of 1341 bikes in the Sport category, 111% above the category average of 75.3 kW.
Seat height of 850 mm is taller than that of 1538 of the other 1606 bikes in the Sport category.
Narrowing the field to the 225 models within five model years of it, the power-to-weight ratio of 822 W/kg is higher than that of 218 of the other 224.

Versus the 2019 model

Compared with the 2019 model, peak power dropped from 172 kW to 159.1 kW (-12.9 kW) and seat height rose from 830 mm to 850 mm (+20 mm). Wet weight and displacement are unchanged.

2023 Panigale V4 R - Pros & Cons

Strengths

Strong power output: With 159.1 kW @ 15500 rpm and 111.3 Nm @ 12000 rpm of torque on tap, the Panigale V4 R is no slouch for its class.
Fuel injection: Fuel injection means consistent cold starts and clean throttle response without the fussiness of a carbureted setup.
Strong front braking: Stopping power up front is strong thanks to the disc setup, with plenty of room to upgrade further with braided lines.

Considerations

Tall seat height: At 850 mm, shorter riders will likely be on tiptoes at a standstill - worth sitting on one before you buy.
Chain final drive upkeep: Budget time for routine chain maintenance - it's cheap to replace but needs consistent attention to avoid premature sprocket wear.

Wear Points & Servicing Notes

Cooling system servicing

Panigale V4 R's Liquid cooled setup is low-maintenance provided the coolant interval is kept - old, acidic coolant is the main cause of long-term corrosion in the water passages.

Fuelling & injector care

The fuel injectionsystem on the Panigale V4 R needs little beyond good fuel and periodic use of an injector-cleaner additive - no jetting or float-bowl maintenance to worry about.

Brake disc and pad wear

Braking up front comes from 2 x 330 mm semi-floating discs, radially mounted Brembo Monobloc Stylema, (M4.30) 4-piston callipers with Self bleeding master cylinder - solid stopping power, with disc and pad wear best checked on the same schedule as tyre changes.

Suspension condition on used examples

The Panigale V4 R's suspension runs Fully adjustable 43 mm Öhlins NPX 25/30 pressurized fork with TiN treatment at the front. The rear uses Fully adjustable Öhlins TTX 36 unit with hydraulic spring preload adjuster. Fork-seal condition and rear linkage play are the two things worth checking before buying used.

Final drive maintenance

The Panigale V4 R uses chain final drive, which is cheap to replace but needs regular cleaning, lubrication and tension checks to get a full service life out of the sprockets.

Frame & chassis check

Built around an Aluminum alloy Front Frame with optimized stiffnesses, the Panigale V4 R's chassis is straightforward to inspect: look for corrosion, cracks or repair welds around stress points like the head-stock and swingarm mounts.

Panigale V4 R - Buying & Maintenance Guide

What to check before buying

Before handing over money for a used 2023 Ducati Panigale V4 R with its 998 cc sport, cover the fundamentals: service book and oil change history, drivetrain wear, and any sign of oil weeping around the casings. This model runs chain final drive, so check chain slack and sprocket tooth profile specifically - a worn sprocket is a cheaper fix now than after it's chewed up the next chain. Now 3 years old, this sport is as likely to show age-related wear (perished rubber, seized fasteners, degraded seals) as mileage-related wear. Cold-starting it yourself tells you a lot - a healthy Panigale V4 R should catch quickly and settle into a smooth idle.

Oil and filter changes

Nothing protects the Panigale V4 R's 998 cc four stroke, desmosedici stradale 90° v4, rearward-rotating crankshaft, 4 desmodromically actuated valves per cylinder like disciplined oil changes - stay on the manufacturer's schedule (roughly every 6,000 km or annually). With a 14.0:1 compression ratio, running the octane grade specified in the manual matters more than on a lower-compression engine. Match the viscosity grade to what the owner's manual specifies, not what's cheapest.

Fuel system care

Fuel injection on the Panigale V4 R needs little attention beyond decent fuel and an occasional system-cleaner additive. Anything left standing for three months or more should have its fuel drained and replaced before it varnishes the injectors.

2023 Ducati Panigale V4 R - Frequently Asked Questions

What engine does the 2023 Ducati Panigale V4 R have?

The 2023 Ducati Panigale V4 R uses a Four stroke, Desmosedici Stradale 90° V4, rearward-rotating crankshaft, 4 Desmodromically actuated valves per cylinder engine with 998 cc of displacement. It is liquid cooled.

How much does the 2023 Ducati Panigale V4 R weigh?

The 2023 Ducati Panigale V4 R weighs 193.5 kg. This is the manufacturer's wet figure.

How much power does the 2023 Ducati Panigale V4 R make?

The 2023 Ducati Panigale V4 R produces 159.1 kW @ 15500 rpm of power and 111.3 Nm @ 12000 rpm of torque. These are peak figures.

What is the fuel tank capacity of the 2023 Ducati Panigale V4 R?

The 2023 Ducati Panigale V4 R has a 17-litre fuel tank. At around 5-6 litres per 100 km, that is roughly 283-340 km between stops.

Is the 2023 Ducati Panigale V4 R suitable for shorter riders?

The 2023 Ducati Panigale V4 R has a seat height of 850 mm. This is towards the tall end of the spectrum and will require most riders under 175 cm to tiptoe at stops.

What brakes does the 2023 Ducati Panigale V4 R have?

The 2023 Ducati Panigale V4 R uses 2 x 330 mm semi-floating discs, radially mounted Brembo Monobloc Stylema at the front and single 245 mm disc, 2-piston calliper with Bosch Cornering ABS EVO at the rear.

What tyre sizes does the 2023 Ducati Panigale V4 R use?

The 2023 Ducati Panigale V4 R runs Pirelli Diablo Supercorsa SP 120/70 ZR17 front and Pirelli Diablo Supercorsa SP 200/60 ZR17 rear tyres. A good selection of sport, touring and all-weather rubber is available in these sizes.

What gearbox does the 2023 Ducati Panigale V4 R have?

The 2023 Ducati Panigale V4 R is fitted with a Six-speed with Ducati Quick Shift transmission.

Ducati Panigale V4 R Spec Evolution

The Ducati Panigale V4 R was produced across 3 model years (2019-2026). The table below highlights the key specifications that changed across the production run - useful whether you are comparing years or tracking down a specific variant.

Specification	2019	2023	2026
Max Power	172 kW / 231 hp @ 15500 rpm with Ducati Performance exhaust	159.1 kW / 218 hp @ 15500 rpm	160.4 kW / 218 hp @ 15750 rpm
Wet Weight	193 kg / 425 lbs	193.5 kg / 426.5 lbs 188.5 kg / 415.5 lbs with full racing exhaust	186.5 kg / 411.2 lbs
Seat Height	830 mm / 32.4 in Single seat	850 mm / 33.4 Single seat	850 mm / 33.4 Single seat
Fuel Capacity	16 Litres / 4.3 US gal / 3.9 Imp gal	17 Litres / 4.49 US gal	17 Litres / 4.49 US gal
Brakes - Front	2 x 330 mm semi-floating discs, radially mounted Brembo Monobloc Stylema (M4.30) 4-piston callipers with Bosch Cornering ABS EVO	2 x 330 mm semi-floating discs, radially mounted Brembo Monobloc Stylema, (M4.30) 4-piston callipers. Self bleeding master cylinder	2 x 330 mm semi-floating discs, radially mounted Brembo Monobloc Hypure, 4-piston calipers. Self bleeding master cylinder
Brakes - Rear	Single 245 mm disc, 2-piston calliper with Bosch Cornering ABS EVO	Single 245 mm disc, 2-piston calliper with Bosch Cornering ABS EVO	Single 245 mm disc, 2-piston caliper
Suspension - Front	Fully adjustable 43 mm Öhlins NPX 25/30 pressurized fork with TiN treatment	Fully adjustable 43 mm Öhlins NPX 25/30 pressurized fork with TiN treatment	43 mm Fully adjustable Öhlins NPX pressurized fork with TiN treatment
Suspension - Rear	Fully adjustable Öhlins TTX36 unit. Aluminium single-sided swingarm. Adjustable pivot position +/- 3 mm	Fully adjustable Öhlins TTX 36 unit with hydraulic spring preload adjuster	Fully adjustable Öhlins TTX 36 unit with hydraulic spring preload adjuster

Key Specifications

Engine

Four stroke, Desmosedici Stradale 90° V4, rearward-rotating crankshaft, 4 Desmodromically actuated valves per cylinder

Power

159.1 kW / 218 hp @ 15500 rpm

Torque

111.3 Nm / 82.1 lb-ft @ 12000 rpm

Top Speed

Not recorded

Weight

193.5 kg / 426.5 lbs 188.5 kg / 415.5 lbs with full racing exhaust

Fuel Capacity

17 Litres / 4.49 US gal

Full 2023 Ducati Panigale V4 R Specifications

Year 2023

Make Model Ducati Panigale V4 R

Seat Height 850 mm / 33.4 Single seat

Wheelbase 1471 mm / 57.9 in

Fuel Capacity 17 Litres / 4.49 US gal

Wet Weight 193.5 kg / 426.5 lbs 188.5 kg / 415.5 lbs with full racing exhaust

Max Power 159.1 kW / 218 hp @ 15500 rpm

Max Torque 111.3 Nm / 82.1 lb-ft @ 12000 rpm

Displacement 998 cc / 60.9 cu-in

Engine Detail Four stroke, Desmosedici Stradale 90° V4, rearward-rotating crankshaft, 4 Desmodromically actuated valves per cylinder

Bore x Stroke 81 x 48.4 mm

Compression Ratio 14.0:1

Cooling System Liquid cooled

Emissions Euro 5

Exhaust 4-2-1-2 system, with 2 catalytic converters and 4 lambda probes

Fuel Induction Electronic fuel injection system. Twin injectors per cylinder. Full ride-by-wire elliptical throttle bodies with aerodynamic valves. Variable length intake system

Starter Electric

Clutch Hydraulically controlled slipper dry clutch. Self bleeding master cylinder.

Final Drive Chain; Front sprocket 15; Rear sprocket 42

Gear Ratios 1st 36/15 2nd 34/17 3rd 33/19 4th 32/21 5th 30/22 6th 27/22

Primary Drive Straight cut gears; Ratio 1.80:1

Transmission / Drive Six-speed with Ducati Quick Shift (DQS) up/down EVO 2

Frame Type Aluminum alloy Front Frame with optimized stiffnesses

Suspension - Front Fully adjustable 43 mm Öhlins NPX 25/30 pressurized fork with TiN treatment

Suspension - Rear Fully adjustable Öhlins TTX 36 unit with hydraulic spring preload adjuster

Rake 24,5°

Seat Single seat

Trail 100 mm / 3.9 in

Wheel Travel - Front 125 mm / 4.9 in

Wheel Travel - Rear 130 mm / 5.1 in

Equipment / Features Racing style handle grips, Chain guard, Carbon fiber front mudguard, Carbon fiber heatshield, Carbon fiber wings, Billet aluminum steering stem with bike number, High-flow air filter, Machined mirror block-off plates*, License plate mount removal plug*, Ducati Data Analyser+ (DDA+) with GPS module | Riding Modes, Power Modes, Cornering ABS EVO, Ducati Traction Control (DTC) EVO 3, Ducati Wheelie Control (DWC) EVO, Ducati Slide Control (DSC), Engine Brake Control (EBC) EVO 2, Auto tyre calibration, Ducati Power Launch (DPL), Ducati Quick Shift (DQS) up/down EVO 2, Full LED

Safety Equipment Riding Modes, Power Modes, Bosch Cornering ABS EVO, Ducati Traction Control (DTC) EVO, Ducati Wheelie Control (DWC) EVO, Ducati Slide Control (DSC), Engine Brake Control (EBC) EVO, Auto tyre calibration

Instrumentation Last generation digital unit with 5in TFT colour display

Brakes - Front 2 x 330 mm semi-floating discs, radially mounted Brembo Monobloc Stylema, (M4.30) 4-piston callipers. Self bleeding master cylinder

Brakes - Rear Single 245 mm disc, 2-piston calliper with Bosch Cornering ABS EVO

ABS Bosch Cornering ABS EVO

Tyres - Front Pirelli Diablo Supercorsa SP 120/70 ZR17

Tyres - Rear Pirelli Diablo Supercorsa SP 200/60 ZR17

Wheels Marchesini three-spokes forged aluminum alloy

Wheels - Front 3.50 x 17 in

Wheels - Rear 6.00 x 17 in

Specifications are compiled from manufacturer documentation and cross-referenced technical sources, and corrected on an ongoing basis. Spot an error? Let us know.