Ducati have revealed the 2027 Panigale V4 and V4 S , an evolution of their flagship superbike with power upped to a claimed 215bhp – a 2bhp increase on the outgoing model’s 213bhp – alongside a reworked chassis and new electronic rider aids that Ducati say shave 0.4 seconds per lap at Vallelunga.
The Desmosedici Stradale V4 engine’s extra power comes mainly between 12-12,000rpm with Ducati citing a peak increase of up to 3.5bhp at 13,000rpm.
A new high-flow air intake adds a further 1.3bhp at 186mph, while a revised exhaust and recalibrated oil system also contribute to efficiency gains.
Longer final gearing (now 17/42, up from 16/41) is paired with a rev limiter raised by 500rpm to 15,000rpm in second through fifth gears, which Ducati say increases top speed by 7.5mph and reduces the number of gearchanges required per lap – two fewer at Vallelunga, according to Ducati’s own testing.
For riders wanting more still, Ducati are also offering a new Akrapovič Full Racing Exhaust PRO as a track-only accessory, claimed to add 10.8bhp and 5.1lb.ft of torque while cutting 6.6kg from the bike’s weight.
The Pani’s front frame’s lateral stiffness has been reduced by 12%, which Ducati say improves front-end feel and grip at extreme lean angles. The longer final drive ratio also shortens the effective wheelbase by 8mm, said to sharpen direction changes.
The V4 S version gains new adjustable clip-on handlebars for track use, which can be raised by 10mm – Ducati say this mirrors a trend seen in recent MotoGP bike development, giving riders better leverage and reducing physical effort during hard braking and direction changes.
Two new electronic systems are both aimed at improving cornering behaviour rather than performance under acceleration. Dynamic Engine Brake replaces the previous Engine Brake Control, using Ducati’s Vehicle Observer algorithm to modulate engine braking based on actual rear tyre load, for more predictable behaviour on corner entry.
Alongside it, Race Brake Control makes its debut on the Panigale V4 for the first time, having been developed on more exclusive models in Ducati’s range, and increases the rear wheel’s contribution to getting the bike stopped.
For the first time, the Panigale V4 S joins Ducati’s Factory Made program , allowing buyers to specify colours, liveries and components directly at the Borgo Panigale factory.
Eleven colour options are available, including five taken from Lamborghini’s catalogue, alongside Corse and Performance liveries. Factory-installed components include Front Brake PRO and PRO+ packages, an STM dry clutch and adjustable footpegs.
The standard Panigale V4 is available only in Ducati Red with an Urban Grey frame and black wheels, and uses manually adjustable 43mm Showa Big Piston Fork and Sachs monoshock.
The S model retains electronically adjustable Öhlins suspension – NPX-30 forks and TTX 36 shock absorber, plus a steering damper – that all use the Smart EC 3.0 control system. Kerb weight (without fuel) is a claimed 191kg for the standard V4 and 187kg for the S.
The new Panigale V4 will reach European dealerships from March 2027 UK pricing has not yet been confirmed, though for reference, the outgoing 2025 Panigale V4 currently costs £24,995 while the S starts from £30,695.
Ducati tie this update to the firm’s ongoing WorldSBK dominance. Nicolò Bulega secured the 2026 Superbike World Championship aboard the Panigale V4 R – a related but distinct homologation-special model – winnin…