The new Ducati 959 Panigale is a force to be reckoned with, packing a punch of 157 Italian thoroughbred horses under its sleek, Panigale 1299-inspired fairing.
With an all-new 955cc motor and cutting-edge technology like servo-powered slipper clutch, this bike is no toy. It’s a full-on grown-up Ducati sports bike that rewards the rider with exceptional throttle response and effortless acceleration.
Its styling oozes Italian design class, from its wider front-end to its lower seat and quick shifter. The motor itself boasts new rods, crank, pistons, and an extra shower fuel-injector for improved performance, while ribbed cylinder head covers and engine cases help keep the noise down.
It’s a bike that embodies the spirit of Ducati’s top-flight sports bikes, like the legendary 916, which changed the world two decades ago. With its roots in Italian superbike heritage, the 959 Panigale is a true descendant of those ultra-modern, rapidly fast and capable road machines.
Ride it hard, work the front end, and get on the gas early – this bike will dig in and love every minute of it, delivering an unparalleled riding experience that’s sure to leave you breathless.
Key Specifications
Engine Type
Four stroke, 90 L twin cylinder, DOHC, desmodromic 4 valves per cylinder.
Engine Capacity
955 cc / 58.3 cu in
Max Power
110 kw / 150 hp
Max Torque
107.4 Nm / 10.9 kgf-m / 79 lb-ft @ 9000 rpm
Fuel Tank Capacity
4.5 US gallons / 17.0 L
Weight (Wet/Kerb)
440 lbs / 200 kg
Seat Height
32.4 inches / 825 mm
*n/a – information not provided by manufacturer
All Specifications
Make & Model
Model
Ducati 959 Panigale
Year
2018
Engine
Engine Type
Four stroke, 90 L twin cylinder, DOHC, desmodromic 4 valves per cylinder.
Displacement
955 cc / 58.3 cu in
Bore x Stroke
100 x 60.8 mm
Compression Ratio
12.5:1
Max Horsepower
110 kw / 150 hp
Max Torque
107.4 Nm / 10.9 kgf-m / 79 lb-ft @ 9000 rpm
Engine Management System
Oval throttle bodies with two injectors per cylinder, 41.8 mm intake valve and 34 mm foutlet valve
Cooling System
Liquid cooled
Exhaust
Redesigned exhaust system with twin silencers placed on the right-hand side of the bike
Performance
Top Speed
n/a
*n/a – information not provided by manufacturer
Transmission
Clutch
Oil bath, progressive self-servo mechanism that compresses the friction plates
Gearbox
6-Speed
Final Drive
Chain, 15/43 ratio
Electrical & Electronics System
Starter
Electric
Chassis & Suspension
Frame Type
Superquadro engine as a stressed member of the chassis and a compact, enhanced-strength, die-cast aluminium monocoque
Front Suspension
43 mm Showa BPF forks, fully adjustable in spring pre-load and compression and rebound damping
Front Suspension Travel
4.72 inches / 120 mm
Rear Suspension
Fully adjustable, side-mounted Sachs monoshock
Rear Suspension Travel
5.12 inches / 130 mm
Rake
24º
Trail
96 mm / 3.8 in
Wheels & Brakes
Front Wheel/Rim Size
10 Spoke, 3.50 x 17 in
Front Tire Size
120/70 ZR17, Pirelli Diablo Rosso Corsa
Rear Wheel/Rim Size
10 Spoke, 5.00 x 17 in
Rear Tire Size
180/60 ZR17, Pirelli Diablo Rosso Corsa
Front Brakes
2x 320 mm discs, twin radially-mounted M4.32 Brembo monobloc calipers actuated by master cylinders, ABS
Rear Brakes
Single 245 mm disc, single Brembo caliper, ABS
Dimension & Weights
Seat Height
32.4 inches / 825 mm
Wheelbase
56.3 inches / 1431 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
4.5 US gallons / 17.0 L
Wet (kerb/curb) Weight
440 lbs / 200 kg
Dry Weight
176 kg / 387 lbs
Features
Panigale 1299-inspired fairing
New air intakes
Wider front-end
New tail unit
Lower seat
Quick shifter
New rods
New crank
New pistons
Extra fuel-injector
Ribbed cylinder head covers
Ribbed engine cases
Servo-powered slipper clutch
157 Italian thoroughbred horses (engine power)
Euro 4 compliant exhausts (60mm pipes instead of 55mm)
Improved throttle response
New motor
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