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Ducati Panigale R - 2016 Specifications and Reviews
The 2016 Ducati Panigale R is a lightweight supersport designed for track-focused riders and experienced enthusiasts seeking pure performance. Powered by a 1198cc engine delivering impressive power-to-weight ratio, it combines aggressive styling with advanced braking technology and forged wheels for maximum agility. Best known for its racing pedigree and responsive handling, this bike excels on both road and circuit.
General information | |
| Category | Sport |
| Year | 2016 |
| Model | Ducati Panigale R |
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Engine and Transmission Specifications | |
| Exhaust system | 2-1-2 full titanium system with stainless steel exhaust headers, catalytic converter and 2 lambda probes. Twin titanium mufflers with carbon fibre end caps. |
| Driveline | Chain 525; Front sprocket 15; Rear sprocket 39. Primary drive: Straight cut gears, Ratio 1.77. |
| Clutch | Slipper and self-servo wet multiplate clutch with hydraulic control |
| Transmission type,final drive | Chain |
| Gearbox | 6-speed |
| Cooling system | Liquid |
| Fuel control | Desmodromic valve control |
| Fuel system | Injection. Mitsubishi electronic fuel injection system. Twin injectors per cylinder. Full ride-by-wire elliptical throttle bodies. |
| Valves per cylinder | 4 |
| Bore x Stroke | 112.0 x 60.8 mm (4.4 x 2.4 inches) |
| Compression | 13.2:1 |
| Torque | 136.20 Nm (13.9 kgf-m or 100.5 ft.lbs) @ 10250 Revolutions">RPM |
| Power | 205.00 Horsepower">HP (149.6 Kilowatt">kW)) @ 11500 Revolutions">RPM |
| Engine details | L-twin |
| Engine type | V2, four-stroke |
| Capacity: | 1198.00 ccm (73.10 cubic inches) |
Brakes, suspension, Frame and wheels | |
| Seat | Single seat |
| Wheels | 3 spoke W shape forged light alloy |
| Rear brakes diameter | 245 mm (9.6 inches) |
| Rear brakes | Single disc. ABS. Two-piston calipers. |
| Front brakes diameter | 330 mm (13.0 inches) |
| Front brakes | Double disc. ABS. Floating discs. Radially mounted. |
| Rear tyre | 200/55-ZR17 |
| Front tyre | 120/70-ZR17 |
| Rear wheel travel | 130 mm (5.1 inches) |
| Rear Suspension | Fully adjustable Ohlins TTX36 unit. Electronic compression and rebound damping adjustment. Adjustable linkage |
| Front wheel travel | 120 mm (4.7 inches) |
| Front Suspension | Ohlins NIX30 43mm with TiN, fully adjustable usd fork. Electronic compression and rebound damping adjustment |
| Trail | 96 mm (3.8 inches) |
| Rake (fork angle) | 24.0° |
| Frame type | Monocoque Aluminium |
Physical measures and capacities | |
| Fuel capacity | 17.00 litres (4.49 gallons) |
| Wheelbase | 1,442 mm (56.8 inches) |
| Overall width | 745 mm (29.3 inches) |
| Overall length | 2,060 mm (81.1 inches) |
| Overall height | 1,277 mm (50.3 inches) |
| Seat height | 830 mm (32.7 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
| Power/weight ratio | 1.2654 HP/kg |
| Weight incl. oil, gas, etc | 184.0 kg (405.7 pounds) |
| Dry weight | 162.0 kg (357.1 pounds) |
Other specs | |
| Factory warranty | 24 months unlimited mileage |
| Instruments | Digital unit with TFT colour display rev counter, speed, gear selected, odometer, etc. |
| Starter | Electric |
| Color options | Red Base Livery |
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