Sportbikes
2018Ducati Panigale V4S
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The 2018 Ducati Panigale V4 S is a track-focused superbike designed for experienced riders seeking cutting-edge performance and technology. Known for its powerful engine, advanced electronics including traction control and ABS, and lightweight construction, it excels on both road and circuit. Its aggressive styling and premium components make it a benchmark litre-class sportbike.
- Capacity
- 1103.0 ccm
- Engine
- V four, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Dry weight
- 174.0 kg
- Seat height
- 830 mm
- Power
- 214.0 HP (156.2 kW) @ 13000 RPM
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Built primarily for track days and high-performance sport riding where its race-derived engineering can be fully exploited.
- Built for
- A raw, race-bred superbike character defined by explosive acceleration, razor-sharp handling, and cutting-edge electronic rider aids.
- Not ideal for
- Not suited to newer riders, relaxed commuting, long-distance touring, or anyone prioritizing comfort over outright performance.
Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.
Will it fit you?
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Worked out in your browser - nothing is sent to usBased on the maker's published fuel consumption and tank size. Real-world figures depend on how and where you ride, and the last litres of a tank are reserve. Prices shown greyed are examples - type your own.
Engine
- Capacity
- 1103.0 ccm
- Power
- 214.0 HP (156.2 kW) @ 13000 RPM
- CO2 Emissions
- 192 CO2 g/km
- EPA Certificate No.
- JDUCC01.1DA1-019
- EPA Est. Fuel Consumption
- 8.16 L/100km (28.8 US mpg)
- EPA CO Emissions
- 4.5 CO g/km
- Torque
- 124.0 Nm (12.6 kgf-m) @ 10000 RPM
- Engine type
- V four, four-stroke
- Fuel consumption
- 6.90 litres/100 km (14.5 km/l)
- Power/weight ratio
- 1.2299 HP/kg (dry)
- Bore x stroke
- 81.0 x 53.5 mm
- Compression
- 14.0:1
- Cooling system
- Liquid
- Fuel system
- Injection
- Starting
- Electric
- Aspiration
- Naturally aspirated
- 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
- 3.30 seconds
- 0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)
- 3.50 seconds
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1464 mm
- Seat height
- 830 mm
- Dry weight
- 174.0 kg
- Wet weight
- 195.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 16.00 litres
Chassis & suspension
- Frame
- Aluminium alloy
- Front suspension
- Ohlins NIX30 43mm adjustable fork
- Rear suspension
- Fully adjustable Ohlins TTX36 unit. Aluminium single-sided swingarm.
- Front wheel travel
- 120 mm
- Rear wheel travel
- 130 mm
- Rake (fork angle)
- 24.5°
- Trail
- 100 mm
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Double disc. ABS. Floating discs. Radially mounted.
- Front brakes diameter
- 330 mm
- Rear brakes
- Single disc. ABS. Two-piston calipers.
- Rear brakes diameter
- 245 mm
- ABS
- Yes
- Front tyre
- 120/70-ZR17
- Rear tyre
- 200/60-ZR17
Other
- Color options
- Red
- Warranty
- 24
- Comments
- Traction control
Specs last verified against published sources: .
Compiled from manufacturer documentation and user contributions, corrected on an ongoing basis. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.
What changed, year to year
Differences highlighted| Specification | 2018 | 2020 | 2022 | 2023 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 1103 cc | 1103 cc | 1103 cc | 1103 cc | 1103 cc |
| Dry weight | 174 kg | 174 kg | 174 kg | 174 kg | 174 kg |
| Seat height | 830 mm | 835 mm | 850 mm | 850 mm | 850 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 16 L | 16 L | 16 L | 17 L | 17 L |
Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.
Safety Recalls
⚠ 7 recalls may applyPOWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY:AXLE SHAFTSep 2025 · 25V570000
Ducati North America (Ducati) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Panigale V4 SL, 2019-2024 Panigale V4 R, 2018-2024 Panigale V4 S, 2023-2025 Streetfighter, 2018-2024 Panigale V4, and 2020-2022 Streetfighter V4 motorcycles. The rear wheel axle could lose its structural integrity and break.
Risk: A rear wheel axle that breaks while riding can result in a loss of motorcycle control, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the rear wheel axle, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 16, 2025. Owners may contact Ducati customer service at 1-888-391-5446. The manufacturer's number for this recall is SRV-RCL-25-002.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:FILLER PIPE AND CAPMay 2019 · 19V382000
Ducati North America (Ducati) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Panigale V4, Panigale V4 S, Panigale Speciale, and 2019 Panigale R motorcycles. Excessive pressure in the fuel tank may cause fuel to spray when opening the fuel cap.
Risk: Fuel spray can increase the risk of injury and a fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Ducati will notify owners, and dealers will update the fuel cap venting system, provide an updated page for the owner's manual, and affix a warning label decal to the fuel tank, free of charge. The recall began July 9, 2019. Owners may contact Ducati customer service at 1-888-391-5446. Ducati's number for this recall is SRV-RCL-19-001. Note: This recall includes motorcycles that may have been previously remedied under recall 18V-238 for a similar issue.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINENov 2018 · 18V854000
Ducati North America (Ducati) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Ducati Panigale V4, V4 S and V4 SP motorcycles. The timing chain tensioner may loosen over time, possibly causing oil to leak from the bottom of the tensioner adjustment bolt.
Risk: An oil leak can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Ducati will notify owners, and dealers will tighten the timing chain tensioner bolts, free of charge. The recall began January 24, 2019. Owners may contact Ducati customer service at 1-888-391-5446.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINENov 2018 · 18V834000
Ducati North America (Ducati) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Ducati Panigale V4, V4 S, and V4 SP motorcycles. The oil cooler output port may crack, causing an oil leak.
Risk: An engine oil leak can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Ducati will notify owners, and dealers will replace the oil cooler, free of charge. The recall began January 24, 2019. Owners may contact Ducati customer service at 1-888-391-5446.
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:PADSJul 2018 · 18V480000
Ducati North America (Ducati) is recalling certain 2018 Ducati Panigale V4, Panigale 959, Panigale 1299 FE, and Hypermotard motorcycles. The friction material on the rear brake pads may detach from the backing plate.
Risk: If the rear brake pad friction material detaches, it may lengthen the distance needed to stop the motorcycle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Ducati will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the rear brake pads. Brake pads from the affected batch will be replaced, free of charge. The recall began August 27, 2018. Owners may contact Ducati customer service at 1-888-391-5446.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLYApr 2018 · 18V239000
Ducati North America (Ducati) is recalling certain 2018 Ducati Panigale V4, Panigale V4 S, and Panigale V4 Speciale motorcycles. Fuel may leak from the gas tank's internal breathing system valve plug.
Risk: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Ducati will notify owners, and dealers will replace the plug and the O-ring, free of charge. The recall began on May 21, 2018. Owners may contact Ducati customer service at 1-888-391-5446.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:FILLER PIPE AND CAPApr 2018 · 18V238000
Ducati North America (Ducati) is recalling certain 2018 Ducati Panigale V4, Panigale V4 S, and Panigale V4 Speciale motorcycles. Fuel may spray out of the gas tank when the tank cap is opened.
Risk: If fuel spills out of the tank when it is opened, it can increase the risk of a fire in the presence of an ignition source.
Remedy: Ducati will notify owners, and dealers will rework the fuel tank cap to improve the fuel tank's breathing capacity, free of charge. The recall began on May 21, 2018. Owners may contact Ducati customer service at 1-888-391-5446.
These recalls cover some 2018 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 →
Rider Reviews
Common questions
What is the engine size of the Ducati Panigale V4S?
The 2018 Ducati Panigale V4S has a Capacity of 1103.0 ccm (67.31 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Ducati Panigale V4S have?
The 2018 Ducati Panigale V4S has a Power of 214.0 HP (156.2 kW) @ 13000 RPM.
How many gears does the Ducati Panigale V4S have?
The 2018 Ducati Panigale V4S has a Gearbox of 6-speed.
What is the torque of the Ducati Panigale V4S?
The 2018 Ducati Panigale V4S has a Torque of 124.0 Nm (12.6 kgf-m or 91.5 ft.lbs) @ 10000 RPM.
How much does the Ducati Panigale V4S weigh?
The 2018 Ducati Panigale V4S has a Dry weight of 174.0 kg (383.6 pounds).
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The 2018 Ducati Panigale V4 S is an impressive motorcycle that sets a new standard for performance and technology in the sportbike category. With its powerful 1103cc V4 engine, advanced electronics, and top-notch suspension components, this bike delivers an exhilarating riding experience on both the road and the track. The sleek and aggressive design of the Panigale V4 S further enhances its appeal, making it a head-turner wherever it goes. Whether you're a seasoned rider looking for a high-performance machine or a motorcycle enthusiast seeking the ultimate thrill, the Ducati Panigale V4 S is sure to deliver.
Overall, the 2018 Ducati Panigale V4 S is a game-changer in the world of sportbikes. Its combination of cutting-edge technology, powerful engine, and stunning design make it a top contender in its class. Whether you're a track day enthusiast or a street rider who demands the best in performance and style, the Panigale V4 S is a motorcycle that will not disappoint. With this bike, Ducati has once again proven why they are a leader in the high-performance motorcycle market.
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