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DREAMS MATTER

Superleggera V4

Produced in a limited edition of only 500 numbered units and
accompanied by a certificate of authenticity, the new Superleggera V4
is the most exclusive Ducati ever produced.

Dreams Matter

The epitome of engineering excellence, cutting-edge technology and aerodynamic design. The new Superleggera V4 represents the dream of designing the only motorcycle in the world approved for road use with carbon fibre frame, swinging arm and rims with an unbeatable power/weight ratio of 1.54 hp/kg.

Unprecedented
technology and
equipment

Fully loaded with technology, the Superleggera V4 incorporates the latest research on the finest materials and the most refined components, becoming the full embodiment of power, lightness and performance.

    The dream comes true

    BIKE, SUPERLEGGERA
    Superleggera V4 001/500 delivered @ Borgo Panigale
    BIKE
    Superleggera production started
    BIKE
    The new Superleggera ready for final quality control

    Crafting the Dream

    Superleggera V4 is crafted with all the passion, precision, and dedication to perfection Ducati has to offer. Shaping lightness into speed emotions with our most sophisticated engine ever, top of the line components and our most technologically advanced electronics.

    Giving form to lightness

    Superleggera V4 is a Ducati project through and through, where we tried to respond to the unknown with engineering, went beyond the limits of feasibility and transformed lightness into the total emotion of speed.
    PROJECT 1708
    Superleggera V4 is a project where excellence, engineering and dreams converge in a direction that is as ambitious as it is performative.
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      This model is currently sold out, please contact customer service for more information.

      The stuff of dreams

      234 hp in 152.2 kg with the racing kit. An extraordinary weight/power ratio, enhanced by the aerodynamic design of the GP16, the most effective ever developed by Ducati Corse. The new Ducati Superleggera V4 is the best that contemporary motorcycle engineering can express.

      The quest for lightness

      Superleggera V4 is the ultimate expression of Ducati's research on the most exclusive materials, including carbon fibre. A complex challenge to achieve the simplest of dreams: lightness.

      CARBON REAR SWINGARM

      CARBON REAR FRAME

      TITANIUM ENGINE CLAMPING SCREWS

      TITANIUM AKRAPOVIČ EXHAUST

      DRY CLUTCH

      TITANIUM SPRING SHOCK OHLINS

      TITANIUM CAM CAP SCREWS

      CARBON FIBER RIMS

        Displacement
        998 cc
        Power
        165 kW (224 hp) @ 15,250 rpm - 174 kW (234 hp) @ 15.500 rpm with full racing exhausti
        Torque
        116 Nm (85.6 lb-ft) @ 11,750 rpm - 119 Nm (87.7 lb-ft) @ 11.750 rpm with full racing exhausti
        Frame
        Carbon fiber "Front Frame"
        Dry weight
        159 kg (350 lb) - 152.2 kg (335.5 lb) with racing kit
        Safety equipment
        Riding Modes, Power Modes, Cornering ABS EVO, Ducati Traction Control (DTC) EVO 2, Ducati Wheelie Control (DWC) EVO, Ducati Slide Control (DSC), Engine Brake Control (EBC) EVO, Auto tyre calibration
        Valve clearance adjustment (km)
        24,000 km
        • Type
          Desmosedici Stradale 90° V4, lightened, counter-rotating crankshaft, 4 Desmodromic timing, 4 valves per cylinder, liquid-cooled
        • Displacement
          998 cc
        • Bore x Stroke
          81 x 48.4 mm
        • Compression Ratio
          14.0:1
        • Power
          165 kW (224 hp) @ 15,250 rpm - 174 kW (234 hp) @ 15.500 rpm with full racing exhaust
        • Torque
          116 Nm (85.6 lb-ft) @ 11,750 rpm - 119 Nm (87.7 lb-ft) @ 11.750 rpm with full racing exhaust
        • Fuel Injection
          Electronic fuel injection system. Twin injectors per cylinder. Full ride-by-wire elliptical throttle bodies with aerodynamic valves. Variable length intake system
        • Exhaust
          4-2-1-2 system, with 2 catalytic converters and 2 lambda probes
        • Gearbox
          6 speed with Ducati Quick Shift (DQS) up/down EVO 2
        • Primary drive
          Straight cut gears; Ratio 1.80:1
        • Ratio
          1=38/14 2=36/17 3=33/19 4=32/21 5=30/22 6=30/24
        • Final drive
          Regina ORAW2 chain ; Front sprocket 15; Rear sprocket in Ergal 42
        • Clutch
          Hydraulically controlled slipper dry clutch
        • Frame
          Carbon fiber "Front Frame"
        • Front suspension
          Fully adjustable 43 mm Öhlins NPX25/30 pressurized fork with TiN treatment, billet fork bottoms, lightweight springs, fully adjustable.
        • Front Wheel
          5-split spoke carbon fiber 3.50" x 17"
        • Front Tyre
          Pirelli Diablo Supercorsa SP 120/70 ZR17
        • Rear suspension
          Fully adjustable Ohlins TTX36 unit with GP valve and titanium spring. Carbon fiber single-sided swingarm.
        • Rear Wheel
          5-split spoke carbon fiber 6.00" x 17"
        • Rear Tyre
          Pirelli Diablo Supercorsa SP 200/60 ZR17
        • Wheel Travel
          120 mm (4.7 in) - 130 mm (5.1 in)
        • Front Brake
          2 x 330 mm semi-floating discs, radially mounted Brembo Monobloc Stylema® R 4-piston callipers with Cornering ABS EVO
        • Rear Brake
          245 mm disc, 2-piston calliper with Cornering ABS EVO
        • Instrumentation
          Last generation digital unit with 5" TFT colour display
        • Dry weight
          159 kg (350 lb) - 152.2 kg (335.5 lb) with racing kit
        • Seat Height
          835 mm (32.9 in)
        • Wheelbase
          1.480 mm (58,3 in)
        • Rake
          24,5°
        • Front wheel trail

          112 mm (4.4 in)

        • Fuel Tank Capacity
          16 l - 4.23 gallon (US)
        • Number of Seats
          Single seat
        • Safety Equipment
          Riding Modes, Power Modes, Cornering ABS EVO, Ducati Traction Control (DTC) EVO 2, Ducati Wheelie Control (DWC) EVO, Ducati Slide Control (DSC), Engine Brake Control (EBC) EVO, Auto tyre calibration
        • Standard Equipment
          Ducati Power Launch (DPL), Ducati Quick Shift (DQS) up/down EVO 2, Full LED lighting with Daytime Running Light (DRL), GPS module, Lap Timer EVO 2, PIT limiter, Ohlins steering damper, Quick adjustment buttons, Lithium-ion battery, Auto-off indicators, Chassis in carbon fiber, Carbon fiber fairings, Carbon fiber wheels, Carbon fiber mudguards, Biplane wings in carbon fiber, High-flow air filter, Type approved Akrapovič silencer in titanium
        • Additional equipment
          Front and rear paddock stands, Battery maintainer, Race Kit: Akrapovič Titanium racing exhaust, Machined mirror block-off plates, License plate mount removal plug, Swing arm guard, Carbon fiber clutch cover,Ducati Data Analyzer+ (DDA+) with GPS module, Side stand removal kit, Front and rear lights removal kit, Bike cover.
        • Ready for
          Ducati Multimedia System (DMS), Anti-theft
        • Valve clearance adjustment (km)
          24,000 km
        • Maintenance (km/months)
          12,000 km (7,500 mi) / 12 months
        • Consumption
          8 l/100km
        • Emissions
          185 g/km
        • Standard

          Euro 4

        Unprecedented
        equipment

        The outfitting of your dreams, designed to achieve the highest levels of performance.
        This includes the Racing Kit that allows reaching the incredible power/weight ratio of 1.54 hp/kg, the Aeropack derived from the GP16 to express the most power possible and the TFT Dashboard to give the rider maximum control during supersporty riding.

        The excitement of the track

        Savour the adrenaline that the Ducati tester experienced on the track in Portimão.
        A full lap at maximum speed to test the exhilarating performance of the Superleggera V4.

        Desirable in all aspects

        Exciting performance, exclusive look and an unprecedented attention to detail.
        Enjoy all the beauty of the Superleggera V4 through this selection of exciting images.

          Superleggera V4

          152,2 Kg dry weight for 234 HP (in race
          configuration) for this incredible product.
          These numbers are achieved thanks to the
          full carbon fiber frame and a vast use of
          titanium and magnesium components.

          Wear the dream

          Complete the Superleggera V4 experience with specially-designed apparel featuring technology and innovation that achieve absolute levels of excellence.

          The beauty of details

          From design to delivery, the Superleggera V4 reflects a meticulous attention to detail. In fact, the bike will be delivered to the customer in a wooden box with special graphics, designed specifically for the transport of this masterpiece.
          A shopping experience complemented by the gift of a sculptural reproduction of the Superleggera V4: a true collector's item personalised with the number of the motorcycle owned by the customer.

          Superlight V4 with the exclusive delivery box

          Box with dedicated Superleggera V4 graphics

          Superleggera V4 sculptural reproduction

          Numbered steering head

          numbered ignition key

          desmo timing check plate

            Superleggera V4

            152,2 Kg dry weight for 234 HP (in race
            configuration) for this incredible product.
            These numbers are achieved thanks to the
            full carbon fiber frame and a vast use of
            titanium and magnesium components.