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2013Ducati 1199 Panigale S Tricolore

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The 2013 Ducati 1199 Panigale S Tricolore is a premium supersport designed for experienced riders seeking extreme performance and cutting-edge technology. Its 1198cc V2 engine delivers 195 horsepower with advanced ride-by-wire throttle control and desmodromic valve management. Known for its lightweight construction and aggressive handling characteristics, this limited-edition model represents Ducati's pinnacle of track-focused engineering.

Capacity: 1198.0 ccm
Engine: V-Twin, four-stroke
Gearbox: 6-speed
Dry weight: 166.5 kg
Seat height: 825 mm
Power: 195.0 HP (143.4 kW) @ 10750 RPM

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What’s new for the 2013 Ducati 1199 Panigale S Tricolore

vs the 2012

Spec	2012	2013
Engine capacity	849.4 ccm (51.83 cubic inches)	1198.0 ccm (73.11 cubic inches)
Wet weight	190.0 kg (418.9 pounds)	188.0 kg (414.5 pounds)
Front suspension	Öhlins NIX30 43mm with TiN, fully adjustable usd fork. Electronic compression and rebound damping adjustment	Ohlins NIX30 43mm with TiN, fully adjustable usd fork. Electronic compression and rebound damping adjustment
Front brakes	Double disc. Semi-floating discs, radially mounted Brembo Monobloc M50 4-piston callipers. ABS.	Double disc. ABS. Floating discs. Four-piston calipers. Radially mounted.
Rear brakes	Single disc. 2-piston calliper. ABS.	Single disc. Two-piston calipers.

Other years 2012 2013

How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested

Off-road & trail5%

Cornering96%

City riding25%

Daily riding20%

Touring15%

Two-up10%

Track97%

Best for: Built primarily for circuit riding and aggressive sport riding, with electronic suspension and top-tier brakes designed to extract maximum performance from a corner or straight.
Built for: A visceral, race-bred V2 superbike with explosive power delivery, razor-sharp handling, and premium Ohlins electronic suspension that rewards precise, confident inputs.
Not ideal for: Not a good fit for new riders, commuters, or anyone wanting a comfortable, upright bike for daily errands or long-distance touring.

Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.

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Inseam (optional)

Units

At 825mm, a rider of 175cm with a 79cm (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with balls of both feet on the 2013 Ducati 1199 Panigale S Tricolore, with a cramped knee angle of around 70 degrees and a forward-leaning riding position.

Assumes about 30mm of suspension sag once seated. This is an approximation from category-typical geometry, not a measurement of this bike or of you - sit on one before you buy.

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Full specifications

Engine

Capacity: 1198.0 ccm
Power: 195.0 HP (143.4 kW) @ 10750 RPM
Torque: 133.0 Nm (13.6 kgf-m) @ 9000 RPM
Engine type: V-Twin, four-stroke
Power/weight ratio: 1.1712 HP/kg (dry)
Bore x stroke: 112.0 x 60.8 mm
Compression: 12.5:1
Cooling system: Liquid
Fuel system: Injection
Starting: Electric
Valves per cylinder: 4

Transmission

Gearbox: 6-speed
Transmission type: Manual
Final drive: Chain
Clutch: Slipper and self-servo wet multiplate clutch with hydraulic control

Performance

0-60 mph: 2.60 seconds

Dimensions & weight

Wheelbase: 1437 mm
Seat height: 825 mm
Dry weight: 166.5 kg
Wet weight: 188.0 kg
Fuel capacity: 17.00 litres

Chassis & suspension

Frame: Monocoque Aluminium
Front suspension: Ohlins NIX30 43mm with TiN, fully adjustable usd fork. Electronic compression and rebound damping adjustment
Rear suspension: Fully adjustable Ohlins TTX36 unit. Electronic compression and rebound damping adjustment. Adjustable linkage: Progressive/flat. Aluminum single-sided swingarm.
Rake (fork angle): 24.0°
Trail: 100 mm

Brakes & wheels

Front brakes: Double disc. ABS. Floating discs. Four-piston calipers. Radially mounted.
Front brakes diameter: 330 mm
Rear brakes: Single disc. Two-piston calipers.
Rear brakes diameter: 245 mm
ABS: Yes
Front tyre: 120/70-ZR17
Rear tyre: 200/55-ZR17

Other

Color options: Red/white/green
Warranty: 24

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What changed, year to year

Differences highlighted

Specification	2012	2013
Capacity	849 cc	1198 cc
Dry weight	166 kg	167 kg
Seat height	825 mm	825 mm
Fuel capacity	17 L	17 L

Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.

Safety Recalls

⚠ 6 recalls may apply

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRINGApr 2014 · 14V166000

Ducati North America (Ducati) is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 1199 Panigale and Panigale S motorcycles. The left handlebar switch may not get power from its connection at the dashboard, preventing the horn, instrument panel display, high beam and right turn signals from functioning. As such, these motorcycles fail to conform to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 123, "Motorcycle Controls and Displays."

Risk: The rider's inability to use the horn, right turn indicators and high beam could increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Ducati will notify owners, and dealers will install an additional wiring harness, free of charge. The recall began on June 6, 2014. Owners may contact Ducati at 1-800-231-6696. Ducati's number for this recall is RCL-14-001.

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:MASTER CYLINDERAug 2012 · 12V402000

Ducati is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 1199 Panigale motorcycles manufactured from March 16, 2012, through July 12, 2012. The front brake master cylinder reservoir hose might interfere with the threading end of the reservoir retaining screw.

Risk: The front brake master cylinder reservoir hose might interfere with the threading end of the reservoir of the retaining screw causing damage to the hose, which could lead to a front brake system failure, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Ducati will notify owners, and authorized dealers will install a cap nut and a washer at the end of the reservoir retaining screw, free of charge. The safety recall began on October 15, 2012. Owners may contact Ducati at 1-800-231-6696 or through their website at www.ducati.com.

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLINGAug 2012 · 12V392000

Ducati is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 1199 Panigale motorcycles manufactured from March 16, 2012, through July 12, 2012. The exhaust butterfly valve bowden cable cover could melt or burn due to excess heat of the catalytic converter.

Risk: Melting and burning of the bowden cable cover could lead to smoke and/or fire.

Remedy: Ducati will notify owners, and authorized dealers will the replace old exhaust butterfly valve bowden cable cover with a new one, free of charge. The safety recall began on October 15, 2012. Owners may contact Ducati at 1-800-231-6696 or through their website at www.ducati.com.

SUSPENSION:REARAug 2012 · 12V401000

Ducati is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 1199 Panigale motorcycles manufactured from March 16, 2012, through July 12, 2012. The right and left swingarm shaft pivots can loosen.

Risk: The swingarm shaft pivots can loosen from the swingarm which can lead to loss of control of the motorcycle, increasing the risk of personal injury.

Remedy: Ducati will notify owners, and authorized dealers will tighten the right and left swingarm shaft pivots to the proper torque settings, free of charge. The safety recall began on October 15, 2012. Owners may contact Ducati at 1-800-231-6696 or through their website at www.ducati.com.

STEERINGAug 2012 · 12V400000

Ducati is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 1199 Panigale motorcycles manufactured from March 16, 2012, through July 12, 2012. Screws that secure the steering damper to the steering head could fall out due to an insufficient amount of Loctite applied to the threads.

Risk: The steering damper can detach from the steering head which can lead to loss of control of the motorcycle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Ducati will notify owners, and authorized dealers will remove both screws, clean the threads, apply the proper amount of Loctite, and tighten to the proper torque settings, free of charge. The safety recall began on October 15, 2012. Owners may contact Ducati at 1-800-231-6696 or through their website at www.ducati.com.

STEERINGAug 2012 · 12V399000

Ducati is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 1199 Panigale motorcycles manufactured from March 16, 2012, through July 12, 2012 . Due to an incorrect assembly tolerance, the Uniball bearing on the damper rod eyelet could slip out of its seat on the Ohlins steering damper.

Risk: The steering damper can detach from its mounting point which can lead to loss of control of the motorcycle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Ducati will notify owners, and authorized dealers will install a special washer at the steering damper's mounting point, free of charge. The safety recall began on October 15, 2012. Owners may contact Ducati at 1-800-231-6696 or through their website at www.ducati.com.

These recalls cover some 2013 bikes of this model. Whether one applies to a specific bike, and whether the repair has already been done, depends on its VIN — check your VIN with NHTSA or ask a dealer.

Source: NHTSA. View all Ducati recalls →