2019 · Supersport · Buyer's Guide
Panigale V4 S Corse (MY2019)
Race DNA, Street Registration
The Machine's Character
The Panigale V4 S Corse takes the 1103 cc Desmosedici Stradale V4 and wraps it in race livery without softening what sits underneath. 214 hp at 13,000 rpm and 91 lb-ft at 10,000 rpm put it at the sharp end of the supersport class, and the chassis is built to use it: Öhlins Smart EC 2.0 semi-active suspension, a 330 mm front brake package, a 200/60-17 rear tire, and a full Bosch Cornering ABS / MSC safety net. Slide Control, Wheelie Control, Power Launch and the up/down quickshifter round it out. This is a limited-run machine that carries genuine hardware, not just paint.
Ride it and the modern Ducati story holds up. At 441 lb (200 kg) wet with a 32.7 in (830 mm) seat and 57.8 in (1469 mm) wheelbase, it turns with intent and stays composed when you lean on it, and the electronics work with you instead of clipping your wings. It suits experienced riders who spend real time on track days or fast, well-sighted roads. The honest caveat sits in the service history: the timing chain tensioner bolt and oil cooler port recalls both cover 2018-2019 V4 S bikes, so any used example needs proof that work was done.
Hard Numbers
Spec sheets don't ride bikes, but they set the baseline.
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| Power | 214 hp (157 kW) @ 13,000 rpm |
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| Torque | 91 lb-ft (124 Nm) @ 10,000 rpm |
| Displacement | 1103 cc |
| Engine | V4 |
| Cooling | Liquid-cooled |
| Gearbox | 6-speed |
| Final drive | Chain |
| Fork | Upside-down (USD) |
| Front brake | 330 mm |
| Front tire | 120/70-17 |
| Rear tire | 200/60-17 |
| Wheelbase | 57.8 in (1469 mm) |
| Seat height | 32.7 in (830 mm) |
| Wet weight | 441 lb (200 kg) |
| Fuel capacity | 4.2 gal (16 L) |
| Top speed | 191 mph (308 km/h) |
| Fuel economy | 34 mpg (US) |
Equipment check
Chassis
- Manually Adjustable Front Suspension Standard
- Manually Adjustable Rear Suspension Standard
- Steering Damper Standard
Connectivity
- TFT Display Standard
- Smartphone Connectivity Optional
Drivetrain
- Quickshifter Ducati Quick Shift (DQS) Up/Down Clutchless ridingFull throttle upshift Standard
- Slipper Clutch Standard
Lighting
- LED Headlight Standard
Safety
- ABS Standard
- Cornering ABS Bosch Cornering ABS / MSC Cornering brake safetyLean sensitive traction Standard
- Traction Control Standard
- Ride Modes Ducati Ride-by-Wire Power Modes Selectable ride modesRefined throttle response Standard
- Wheelie Control Ducati Wheelie Control (DWC) Controlled wheelie preventionConsistent launches Standard
- Launch Control Ducati Power Launch (DPL) Consistent launchesControlled wheelie prevention Standard
Signature Tech
The named systems that set this bike apart — and what each one does for you.
Rider aids
- Ducati Slide Control (DSC) Standard
- Lean sensitive traction
- Selectable ride modes
Suspension
- Öhlins Smart EC 2.0 Standard
- Realtime road adaptation
- Brake dive control
- Acceleration stability
- Wider usable range
Known issues
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Timing chain tensioner bolt may loosen (Safety Recall)
The timing chain tensioner adjustment bolt may loosen over time, potentially causing an oil leak that could reach the rear tire and increase crash risk. Affected 2018-2019 Panigale V4 S models were recalled to tighten the bolts.
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Oil cooler output port may crack (Safety Recall)
The oil cooler output port may crack, leading to an oil leak that could spray onto the rear tire, increasing crash risk. The recall affected 2018-2019 Panigale V4 S models and required oil cooler replacement.
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Clutch master cylinder seal weeping
Some owners report that the clutch master cylinder seal may degrade, leading to fluid loss and requiring frequent bleeding to maintain proper clutch action.
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Quickshifter failures
A few owners have experienced repeated quickshifter malfunctions, requiring replacement under warranty. The root cause is not clearly identified.
The Numbers Compared
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