Sportbikes

2022Ducati Superleggera V4

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The 2022 Ducati Superleggera V4 is an ultra-exclusive superbike with a carbon-fibre frame and wheels. Its liquid-cooled 998cc V4 makes 206.5 hp at 13,250 rpm and 116 Nm through a six-speed gearbox. ABS, an 835 mm seat and just 167 kg wet weight make it a rare road-legal racer.

Capacity: 998.0 ccm
Engine: V four, four-stroke
Gearbox: 6-speed
Dry weight: 159.0 kg
Seat height: 835 mm
Power: 206.5 HP (154.0 kW) @ 13250 RPM

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How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested

Off-road & trail10%

Cornering85%

City riding62%

Daily riding65%

Touring60%

Two-up60%

Track60%

Best for: Designed as a sport-touring machine that blends spirited backroad handling with enough comfort for longer rides.
Built for: Delivers a refined, torquey V-twin character with premium Ohlins and Brembo componentry, favoring confident, engaging cornering over outright top-end drama.
Not ideal for: Not the right choice for riders seeking off-road capability or a relaxed, low-effort cruiser experience.

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

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At 835mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with balls of both feet on the 2022 Ducati Superleggera V4, with a cramped knee angle of around 75 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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Fuel per litre

Riding a year

Based on the published US (EPA-style) fuel economy estimate 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.

Full specifications

Engine

Capacity: 998.0 ccm
Power: 206.5 HP (154.0 kW) @ 13250 RPM
CO2 Emissions: 203 CO2 g/km
EPA Certificate No.: NDUCC01.0DA3-008
EPA Est. Fuel Consumption: 8.65 L/100km (27.2 US mpg)
EPA CO Emissions: 2.7 CO g/km
Torque: 116.0 Nm (11.8 kgf-m) @ 11750 RPM
Engine type: V four, four-stroke
Power/weight ratio: 1.2987 HP/kg (dry)
Bore x stroke: 81.0 x 48.4 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: Light action, wet, multiplate clutch with hydraulic control. Self-servo action on drive, slipper action on over-run.

Dimensions & weight

Wheelbase: 1480 mm
Seat height: 835 mm
Dry weight: 159.0 kg
Wet weight: 167.0 kg
Fuel capacity: 16.00 litres

Chassis & suspension

Frame: Monocoque in carbon fiber
Front suspension: Fully adjustable 43mm USD Öhlins FL 936 fork with TiN treatment, billet fork bottoms and lightweight stress-optimized outer tubes, lightweight springs
Rear suspension: Fully adjustable single Öhlins TTX36 shock with titanium spring, adjustable linkage between progressive/flat. Carbon fiber 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. Four-piston calipers. Radially mounted. Brembo
Front brakes diameter: 330 mm
Rear brakes: Single disc. ABS. Floating disc. Two-piston calipers.
ABS: Yes
Front tyre: 120/70-ZR17
Rear tyre: 200/55-ZR17