Ducati Panigale V4 R Launched in India at Rs 84.99 lakh

Ducati has launched the Panigale V4 R in the Indian market. The motorcycle is developed as a homologation model for the World Superbike Championship and is based on Ducati’s racing platform. According to the company, the first 2025-spec Panigale V4 R was delivered in India on January 1, 2026. Bookings are currently open at Ducati dealerships across the country. The Ducati Panigale V4 R is priced at Rs 84.99 lakh (ex-showroom, India).

The Panigale V4 R is powered by a 998 cc Desmosedici Stradale R engine that puts out 215bhp at 15,500 rpm and can rev up to 16,500 rpm in sixth gear. With the optional racing exhaust, output increases to 231.7bhp, while the use of Ducati Corse Performance Oil increase it further to 235.7bhp. Ducati claims the Panigale V4 R can exceed 330 kmph when equipped with the racing exhaust.

The electronics suite includes a six-axis inertial measurement unit and the Ducati Vehicle Observer system. Features include cornering ABS with Race Brake Control, traction control, slide control, wheelie control, launch control, engine brake control and a bi-directional quick shifter. Rider information is displayed on a 6.9-inch TFT dashboard with a grip meter function.

Suspension duties are handled by manually adjustable Ohlins components, including an NPX front fork, a TTX36 rear shock and a steering damper. Braking is managed by Brembo Hypure monobloc calipers.

The Panigale V4 R has a kerb weight of 186.5 kg without fuel and uses a 17-litre aluminium fuel tank. Other features include a lithium battery, full-LED lighting, and multiple riding modes: Race A, Race B, Sport, Road and Wet.