The Italian language is distinguished by its beauty, originality and charisma. You can see this if you look at a sports motorbike called Ducati Panigale. It was named after one of its native districts.
If we compare the modification of the Ducati Panigale with the Ducati 1198 model, the Panigale has become 10 kilograms lighter and also more powerful by 25 horses.
About the Italians, along with their motorcycle designs, we can say that they are ready to come up with anything, just not to switch to vehicles with four cylinders (analogous to the Russians, who are ready to do anything, just not to build roads).
Video review of Ducati Panigale
In fact, it's scary to even imagine how Ducati could sweep away all its rivals and competitors if it released a motorcycle with four cylinders. However, it also turned out great with two. This also applies to Panigale R.
What's remarkable is that this motorcycle has an excellent power-to-weight ratio. This ratio is 1:1 - 164 kilograms. And the most interesting thing is that the weight of the equipped motorcycle is not much more - only 188 kilograms.
Motorcycle Ducati 1199 R Panigale 2013 review
Description of the Ducati 1199 R Panigale 2013 motorcycle is in the queue for publication of the article. Announcement: Today, for almost every new motorcycle that comes into being, marketers strive to carve out their own niche. This one is a road sport, this one is a recreational enduro. But what class should we include a motorcycle that has a little bit of everything? A good bike should have a reliable engine, comfortable ergonomics and simple controls...
Ducati 1199 R Panigale is a very rare motorcycle in Russia equipped with a very high power 195 hp engine. Despite the fact that good models of motorcycles have a very respectable price, and the season for their use is relatively short, the motorcycle market is developing rapidly. And if you believe the words of dealers, then some models of recently released motorcycles are selling like hot cakes at the beginning of the season, and the models brought to Russia are clearly not enough to fully satisfy consumer demand.
A motorcycle has long ceased to be an alternative to a car, and the times when this equipment was bought only because there was not enough money for a full-fledged car are forgotten. Nowadays, two-wheelers can be called technological marvels in many cases, and their cost can be compared with that of prestigious cars.
Many people have started buying motorcycles for hobby purposes as riding or even collecting them has become a good pastime for many people. Many motorcycles, for example the Ducati 1199 R Panigale, whose technical characteristics make it possible to call the model a prestigious brand, are in demand among both beginners and experienced motorcyclists.
Motorcycles with an engine capacity of 1199 cc. see, appeared as a result of long work of inventors who sought to create a model that was not inferior in characteristics to other versions of the motorcycle. In some cases, these models are not only not inferior, but also ahead of other motorcycles, as they have minimal fuel consumption and other excellent parameters.
Motorcycles with an engine capacity of more than 400 kb. cm, which includes the Ducati 1199 R Panigale - this category of motorcycles simply cannot claim the title of “motorcycle for a beginner.” On the contrary, this is already a serious technique that requires certain control of motorcycle equipment with a smaller engine capacity. Yes, she attracts more attention, she is the most beautiful, fast, interesting and there is a huge selection of models. But as power increases, the weight of the motorcycle inevitably increases. In this class you are unlikely to find motorcycles lighter than 180 kg, unless they are the latest motorcycle models.
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Engine
In L-twins, qualified specialists and developers of the Ducati motorbike decided to consistently apply all available and acceptable drive schemes for the upper camshaft, as shown in numerous Ducati Panigale 1199 photos: to begin with, they used schemes with shafts, as well as bevel gears, then switched to schemes with belt, but now the developers have decided to use a standardized circuit with a chain drive.
This has its undoubted advantage, at least for mechanics. For example, there will be much more work for them using the new scheme (according to the statement, service intervals will be equal to 24 thousand kilometers).
There is another revolutionary change that directly affected the design of the engine - this is the transition in the use of working bearings. Previously, these were roller main bearings, but now the developers have switched to plain bearings. It was this solution that made it possible to significantly increase the size and characteristics of the crankshaft journals so as not to inflate the crankcase.
Ducati Panigale
Therefore, the developers of the Ducati 1199 motorcycle did not lie when they stated that the desmodromic drive remained from the old engines, as well as the L-shaped arrangement of cylinders with a 90-degree camber angle.
Although the L-shaped placement in this case can be considered only conditional. The thing is that the developers sought to move the entire power unit as far forward as possible. Due to this, they loaded the front wheel. As a result, the front cylinder rose significantly.
Therefore, it is not so far from the classic and familiar V-shaped placement. Another achievement: weight distribution is 52/48 percent, if we are talking about a person of average fatness.
Ducati 1199 Panigale S – TEST
2015 model year,
1285 cm3, 205 l. With.,
text: Anton Vlasov
In the photo: Anton Vlasov
>>The Ducati 1199 Panigale, presented in 2011 at the EICMA Milan motor show, was a truly revolutionary sportsbike - not only for the Bologna-based motorcycle manufacturer, but also for the industry as a whole! Equipped with a unique super-powerful L-twin Superquadro, which developed a record 195 hp for a production twin. With. maximum power, compact, technologically advanced, elegant in Italian style and extremely light (dry weight - only 164 kg!), this device seemed to be the embodiment of perfection... But after three long years, Ducati introduced the next generation model - 1299 Panigale, which rightfully claims the title the best serial sportbike in the world!
As with the 1199 Panigale, Ducati's new production superbike comes in several versions: the base 1299 Panigale, the 1299 Panigale S with Ohlins adaptive suspension, and the so-called homologation model, the 1299 Panigale R, created to allow the Italian motorcycle manufacturer to participate in the championship. WSBK. But the latter, one might say, “does not count”, since this is a device of a very limited series, which at the same time is fundamentally different from the other two cars of the new family - and even this version received the engine from the previous 1199, only significantly “overclocked”! The most interesting modification of the new Ducati product is, of course, the 1299 Panigale S version, as it is more advanced than the base model, but at the same time not as “racing” as the Panigale R... Therefore, it is not surprising that the presentation of the new production Ducati superbike took place at the Portuguese track Portimao Circuit , was dedicated specifically to the modification with the Ohlins adaptive suspension.
Bellezza Although Ducati positions the 1299 Panigale family of motorcycles as completely new motorcycles, conceptually the 2015 models are no different from the 1199 Panigale. As before, the series sportbikes are built on five fundamental principles: lightness, strength, technology, design and performance. Which, you see, is quite expected when we are talking about ultra-modern flagship sportbikes of a company whose history is closely connected with motorcycle racing!.. Although, if I were the strategists from Bologna, I would add one more and, perhaps, the most important thing to this holder of the basic theses of the model - passion . But if the idea and essence of the new Panigale remained the same, then technically and externally the motorcycle has changed a lot. And you are the first to notice the metamorphoses that have occurred with the design of the model, which now, although not radically, is still different. For example, the windshield of the sportbike has become higher, the air intakes of the engine power system are larger, and the entire front fairing as a whole is wider. The motorcycle received new compact rear-view mirrors, as well as slightly modified side plastics. The most obvious innovation is the design of the “tail”, which on the 1299 Panigale is made... partially empty, with through wind tunnels on the sides! It looks great and, I’m sure, works just as well: according to the manufacturer, the motorcycle spent a lot of time in a wind tunnel - and obviously not just as furniture... Despite the “combat” purpose of the sportbike, the developers also took care of the pilot’s comfort, making the seat more comfortable. True, I somehow did not feel a relaxing anti-stress effect during the test of the new Ducati product, although, quite likely, in urban conditions the 1299 Panigale will be able to overcome the thorny path from home to office without much suffering. The motorcycle's footpegs have also changed, which on the new Panigale are a little more “toothy” than on the previous generation model.
The S version of the 1299 Panigale has a number of unique features that make this modification of the Italian sportbike more advanced and desirable than the base model (and, of course, significantly more expensive...). In addition to the already mentioned Ohlins adaptive suspension, the motorcycle is distinguished by fully LED headlights, forged Marchesini wheels, and additional control buttons for a system for quickly adjusting some parameters of the motorcycle, which will be discussed in more detail later. But everything else on the 1299 Panigale S, including the lightweight monocoque frame and powerful Superquadro engine, is the same as the standard sportbike.
Superquadro
205 l. With. and 144.6 Nm... Checkmate! The new Ducati 1299 Panigale S (as well as the base model) has the most powerful and high-torque engine of all currently mass-produced sportbikes! And if you remember that the new product from the Bolognese brand has a 2-cylinder engine, it becomes clear that in terms of power plant performance, the 1299 Panigale has no competitors at all. The closest rival of the new Ducati in terms of power and traction is the MV Agusta F4 of the top RR specification (also, remarkably, an Italian motorcycle). The inline four MV Agusta develops 201 hp. s... but at the same time produces only 111 Nm. And the only competitive sportbike with a V-twin engine is the very exotic EBR 1190RX, whose stated maximum power is 185 hp. with... The 1299 Panigale engine is an improved version of the previous generation sportbike powerplant. While retaining most of the parts and elements of the 1199 Panigale engine, the 2015 Italian Superquadro L-twin also includes many new parts. For example, the motorcycle engine received a piston with a record diameter for sports bikes of 116 mm (on the 1199 model - 112 mm). At the same time, the piston stroke is still almost two times less than its “width” - only 60.8 mm! The 1299 Panigale engine also received new connecting rods, bearings and a crankshaft, perfectly balanced using special, precisely selected insert weights implanted into the crankshaft journals. The exhaust system has also changed, now using larger diameter pipes. The power supply system of the power plant uses original ellipse-shaped diffusers, as well as two fuel injection system nozzles for each cylinder. At the technical presentation, Ducati representatives repeatedly emphasized that the Superquadro engine is not only a super-technological and productive power plant, but also truly “characteristic,” which also sets it apart from sportbikes with “bland” in-line 4-cylinder engines. It’s hard to argue with this, especially when you remember that the short-stroke L-twin has “only” 205 hp. With.!..
Like all Ducati engines without exception, the Superquadro engine works hard and noisy... No, not like a “bucket of bolts and nuts”, but rather like a jackhammer, which quite by chance turned out to be part of the power structure of the sportsbike frame! Due to this design, the frequent and not at all weak pulsations of the 1285 cc L-twin are directly transmitted to the seat, clip-ons and footpegs, informing the pilot that the engine is running. Although, of course, Ducati is still far from the vibrations of early Buell models, which, standing on the side stand with the engine running, slowly crawled to the side...
Fury
Considering that the dry weight of the 1299 Panigale S is only 166.5 kg, it is not difficult to imagine what the acceleration dynamics of the motorcycle are and what the sensations of riding this track machine are like... I would tolerantly call the character of the new Ducati product “bright”, although it would probably be more appropriate say “wild, explosive and primitively furious”! The manufacturer is not lying when it reports the unique charisma of the 1299 Panigale series motorcycles - unlike the super-balanced in-line engines of sports bikes from other brands, the Ducati L-twin is really very “alive”. The new Ducati has a record power/weight ratio for a production sportsbike, which is more typical for purebred racing motorcycles costing hundreds of thousands of euros than for a production model, which, let me remind you, is also approved for public roads! The latter, in my opinion, is, of course, very reckless - as if supersonic fighters were certified for passenger air travel.
Ducati's engine engineers have worked a lot to optimize the torque output of the Superquadro engine in the mid-speed zone, which is precisely used when exiting slow corners, and will also be more than in demand during city driving. This, it seems, is now the main work of all engineers involved in tuning the power plants of modern sportbikes, since “squeezing” additional horsepower out of the engine at maximum speed is not such a problem against the backdrop of the need not to “fail” the traction characteristics at the “lower” and in "middle". By the way, it was precisely the “extracting” of the torque of the latest generation BMW S1000RR engine in the mid-speed zone that the Bavarian motorists were so proud of at the international presentation. But if in the case of the German sportsbike such a measure was, rather, a barely noticeable improvement in the engine characteristics, then the 1299 Panigale S engine in terms of torque output made a qualitative leap compared to the L-twin of the 1199 Panigale model! Despite the fact that the power plant of the new Ducati still shows a dip in traction in the range of 5000-6500 rpm, which is clearly visible on the graph, the torque line itself has shifted significantly upward - and this means an almost 15 percent increase in the coveted Newton meters . Therefore, the imperfection of the nature of the thrust return is almost imperceptible - after all, even its minimum value for the 1299 Panigale S engine is approximately 85 Nm! On the track, all this theory naturally transforms into harsh and uncompromising reality: driving the 1299 Panigale S with the electronics deactivated or simply switched to Race mode is very difficult... but also fantastically fun! The productive engine instantly responds to the slightest movement of the electronic throttle, giving the light and compact Ducati sportbike lightning-fast acceleration, and any careless “maneuver” with the accelerator handle ends in a very sharp power-wheelie - and in almost all gears!
It is interesting that with such truly outstanding engine performance, the service interval for adjusting the valves of the complex desmodromic gas distribution mechanism remained the same, as with the engine of the 1199 Panigale - an impressive 24,000 km! For a record-breakingly powerful sportsbike, this is a very valuable quality that will allow owners of the 1299 Panigale S to save on maintenance. However, people who are ready to buy a motorcycle for more than 2.5 million rubles should not worry about such little things...
Military assistance Of course, such a powerful and lightweight motorcycle, which will be bought not only by road racing champions, would be unthinkable without the sophisticated electronics that make the 1299 Panigale S suitable for “civilian” use by ordinary riders. As befits a flagship model, the motorcycle is equipped with cutting-edge assistance systems, most of which, however, can be found on other top-end sportbikes of the latest generation. But Ducati wouldn't be themselves if they didn't add a little spice to this dish!..
The operation scheme of the electronic assistance systems of the 1299 Panigale S is practically no different from that on the BMW S1000RR and Yamaha YZF-R1 of the 2015 model: the motorcycle is equipped with a complex measuring unit Bosch Inertial Measurement Unit (IMU) , which collects information from numerous sensors and sensors, analyzes it, and then transmits commands to traction control systems, anti-wheelie, anti-stoppie, ABS and other “best friends of a motorcycle racer.” The use of an advanced monitoring system for the position of the motorcycle in space made it possible to precisely configure all the “electronic nannies” and make their work as efficient as possible. Of course, all electronic systems are more than in demand when driving on a track, and, I’m sure, they will also come in handy in the city. For example, the DWC system helps combat constant power-wheelies, the degree of participation of which varies from 1 to 8, depending on the selected settings. The ultra-modern ABS, built on the basis of a Bosch 9.1MP unit (minus a kilogram of weight compared to the 9ME version!) and does not lose functionality even in deep inclinations, allows you to apply additional braking almost in the very turn. Multi-level DTC traction control helps maintain the stability of the motorcycle in all situations, and the EBC, a 3-level engine braking system working in tandem with a slipper clutch, helps prevent the rear wheel of the 1299 Panigale S from locking during hard braking with the reset of several gears...
True face The 1299 Panigale S has an interesting and useful function of automatically calibrating all assistance systems to the gear ratios of a particular motorcycle and its tire size, which is necessary for the most accurate operation of DTC, DWC and EBC. To make fine adjustments, you need to launch a special program through the dashboard menu, which will ask you to drive for some time in second gear at a constant speed of 48 to 52 km/h (according to the speedometer) - and the calibration will be completed! Another original feature of the Panigale S is the so-called quick setting of DTC, DWC and EBC, accessible while riding using a separate button block located on the left clip-on of the motorcycle. Which is very convenient, simple and safe when you need to reduce (or, conversely, increase) the degree of intervention of the selected system during a track session or race. For example, it started to rain, and you decided to strengthen the traction control functionality, or after several laps in the “combat” mode it seemed that the DWC was “choking” the engine too much with the powerwheel...
However, this system has two significant limitations that narrow the range of available scenarios for its use: firstly, the quick setting is active only in the Race driving mode, which is discussed below, and secondly, only one parameter can be selected, which must be determined before starting movement. The latest generation BMW S1000RR has a similar system, but only the traction control can be adjusted - and also, notably, in the only driving mode - Slick. As has been written more than once, the Ducati 1299 Panigale S has three riding modes - Wet, Sport and Race - which differ, of course, not only in the settings of the fuel injection and engine ignition systems, but are also “tied” to the operation of all on-board electronics - including adaptive Ohlins suspension. Each program can be customized by changing the assistance settings and other parameters, and all three modes of the 1299 Panigale S are truly noticeably different from each other! Wet, in which the attention of traction control and other “electronic nannies” is increased, and the maximum engine performance is limited to 120 hp. pp., turns the Italian superbike into an ordinary “road bike”, which any novice rider can handle with a reasonable approach. Sport is the most universal mode, allowing you to ride quickly and, most importantly, safely both in urban conditions and on the track, since with full engine output the electronics are switched to full readiness and monitor the condition of the motorcycle with the understanding that the pilot is not going to trudge along at horse-drawn speed carts. Well, Race is a program for the most desperate and experienced riders: the response of the L-twin to the movement of the throttle becomes lightning fast, DTC, DWC and EBC go into combat mode and are practically turned off, ABS is active only for the front wheel and launches the rear of the 1299 Panigale S to free float, the anti-stoppie function is deactivated and the suspension switches to track settings. It is in Race that the true character of the Italian sportbike is revealed, which at first is even scary...
Ducati specialists have made this riding mode as uncompromising as possible, exposing the nerves of the 205-horsepower machine and deciding not to cut corners. Race is a truly “evil” program, in which the principle of natural selection works: either you are able to cope with it, or ride in Wet! It is noteworthy that the already mentioned Bavarian sportsbike also has a particularly fierce mode called Slick - but in the case of the S1000RR this is an option, while in the 1299 Panigale S all programs are included in the basic equipment. Also included in the basic package is a two-way quickshifter, the operating algorithm of which is no different from similar devices of other brands: you can shift up without closing the gas, and to downshift you need to return the accelerator handle to its original position. Of course, there are certain restrictions on the choice of gearbox stage, and the system will not allow you to immediately drop five gears at maximum speed.
And deal +
The chassis of the vehicle is no less impressive than its fantastic engine. Like the previous generation model, the 1299 Panigale S is built on a unique monocoque aluminum frame, where the engine is part of the power structure. Attached to this unusual tandem is a single-sided swingarm of the rear suspension - one of the hallmarks of Ducati motorcycles. Well, this engineering masterpiece is crowned with a set of Ohlins suspensions, enriched with an adaptive system that automatically changes the stiffness of the Swedish components depending on driving conditions. The dry weight of the motorcycle is only 166.5 kg, which is an absolute record in its class! This weight is still considered an excellent indicator even among 600 cc sportbikes - not like for a 205-horsepower 1285 cc superbike!.. On the track, the weightlessness of the new Ducati is felt perfectly: in the speed with which the device shifts in S-shaped turns , in the minimal effort required to “lay” the 1299 Panigale S up to the elbow on a high-speed arc... Add to this picture the incomparable Ohlins suspensions, and you get a reference production superbike with filigree handling - precise, sharp and surprisingly simple. The geometry of the new chassis is slightly different from that of the 1199 Panigale. For example, Italian engineers slightly reduced the fork angle (from 24.5° to 24°), and moved the swing axis of the rear suspension pendulum 4 mm lower. These small modifications were designed to improve the already ultimate handling of the Ducati production superbike, but I’m afraid even the factory test pilot will not feel the difference in the behavior of the motorcycles... Because a human being is hardly capable of understanding the categories “Ideal” and “Ideal+”.
Adaptation and fixation
The new 1299 Panigale S is equipped with Ohlins adaptive suspension, which, despite the rapid proliferation of similar systems in the world of production motorcycles, still has a unique feature that sets Swedish components apart from similar ones - the NIX30 fork, TTX36 monoshock absorber and steering damper can work ... in a fixed mode ! In other words, the rider can turn off the adaptive function that constantly changes the stiffness of the Italian superbike's shock absorbers, and turn the 1299 Panigale S chassis into simply a first-class chassis that does not try to adapt to this changing world. This turns out to be a motorcycle of a “2 in 1” system, whereas on the BMW S1000RR, for example, the DDC (Dynamic Damping Control) function, which is an option, cannot be deactivated, and the “smart” suspension will automatically calibrate the hydraulics in any case. I can't say that this is a bad thing in the case of the Bavarian sportsbike (and I have not experienced any problems with its adaptive suspension), but many riders still believe that there is nothing better than the good old fixed suspension, which always works in one single mode and does not present any surprises. And the chassis of the 1299 Panigale S can be just that - especially since the motorcycle is equipped with truly magnificent Ohlins components. Of course, the suspension of the world-famous Swedish company has a full range of adjustments - both for adaptive and passive modes. In the first case, the characteristics of the suspension and steering damper are “tied” to driving modes, in which the permissible limits for the operation of Ohlins components have already been established, plus the pilot can adjust the system stiffness in the range from 1 to 5. In the version with a fixed mode, it is possible to separately adjust the degree of hydraulic damping compression/rebound for the fork and monoshock, as well as damper stiffness. And all this, of course, in a matter of seconds through the dashboard menu.
Playful
The 1299 Panigale S, like all Ducati sportbikes in general, has one remarkable feature that makes these devices unique: in every turn, with every braking, and even just when the pilot moves too quickly on the seat, the motorcycle constantly “plays”, wriggles . Just look at the behavior of the astronomically expensive prototypes of the WSBK specification: all motorcycles corner, plus or minus, “smoothly,” while the Ducati car at the apex always dances a little!.. A kind of permanent element of instability, which in the case of a track projectile from any other motorcycle manufacturer will be perceived as imbalance of the chassis and almost a malfunction... but not in relation to devices of the Bolognese brand! Italian engineers have repeatedly emphasized that this behavior of the motorcycle lies its unique character, its, if you will, charisma, and they have repeatedly mentioned with contempt “soulless” German sportbikes, which, they say, will go for a little while on their own, without human intervention... On the one hand, of course, there is something in this - piloting the 1299 Panigale S is incredibly exciting! When, for example, in a fast turn at a speed of 180 km/h, the motorcycle begins to “play” a little, wagging its “tail” and smoothly bending the entire monocoque structure. At such moments, the “pilot-motorcycle” connection becomes especially acute, and the degree of control over the car goes into some kind of almost mental plane! track, where the front wheel of the Panigale inevitably rushes upward), this feature of the Italian sportbike personally bothered me, since the degree of instability of the motorcycle significantly exceeded what was comfortable for me. And a first-class suspension is not capable of leveling out the design features of the motorcycle chassis - even if you “twist” the Ohlins components to the most rigid settings. Undoubtedly, the Ducati 1299 Panigale S is a unique motorcycle that has no analogues and claims to be the best production sports bike on Earth! Yes, this is a device with its own features that may not suit someone... But at the same time, someone, on the contrary, having once experienced the delicate handling of an Italian superbike and felt the uncompromisingly powerful L-twin, will no longer be able to return to the world of boring and over-balanced motorcycles with in-line “fours”. In any case, the Panigale really has character and soul, which make this fantastic car stand out among the monotonous, like plastic cups, models. And it seems that I fell in love again...
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The Ducati 1199 Panigale S can rightfully be considered one of the best, and even revolutionary models of sports superbikes. It was created specifically for races and prize-winning places in championships such as World Superbike, and almost immediately adapted for frantic, but relatively calm riding on public roads.
What is especially pleasing is that the motorcycle was ultimately able to exceed even the most daring and daring expectations in terms of power, performance, design and handling. The only thing that slightly spoiled the performance was the cost of the motorcycle. Due to the inflated cost, the motorcycle was not entirely accessible to the general public.
Of course, the creators took this nuance into account, and that is why they created the Ducati 899 Panigale . It was the same motorcycle, but it was only made as a budget version. As for the Ducati Panigale 1199, it remains a source of pride for extreme sports enthusiasts, as well as an object of worship for consumers.
Ducati Panigale 1199
TEST DRIVE: Ducati Panigale 1199 (2012) – PULLER
The full test drive of the Ducati Panigale 1199 (2012) took place in February at the stunning Yas Marina Circuit in Abu Dhabi. The track was chosen appropriately! But how good the representative of the new wave of superbikes of the 21st century is was tested by three-time world champion Troy Bayliss and our test pilot Thor Sagen.
MOTOGONKI.RU, March 11, 2012 —
Instead of a preface.
The introduction of the Ducati Panigale 1199 is a major push factor for superbike manufacturers. If the market does not face a serious shock in 2012, we can expect significant technological re-equipment, if not revolution, in the fall. The superbikes that companies produce (especially Japanese ones) are obsolete. The concepts contained in them are 18-20 years old. For decades, motorcycles were polished for highway riding, but as sports equipment they reached their limits in 2008, after which the development of the most technologically advanced and profitable segment of the market stopped. Remaining a popular and fairly high-quality mass product, bikes from the Land of the Rising Sun began to lose the battle to Europeans on race tracks. New applicants appeared one after another. The Aprilia RSV4 and BMW S1000RR forced the Japanese old-timers out of the garages, and Ducati began to squeeze in as well.
With the release of the 1199 Panigale, the plant intends to regain its status as “No. 1” in the field of innovation and top technologies for sports. To sell expensive superbikes, production quality alone is no longer enough: the client chooses a bike from several of approximately equal capabilities, and racks his brains - how not to make a mistake? This is a relevant remark when you shell out 25 thousand euros for “consumables”. What if we are talking about equipping an entire team? Once the choice is made, there is no turning back.
Ducati's decision to implement MotoGP technology virtually unchanged into a production bike is bold and timely. Elements such as the aluminum monocoque chassis with a monocoque engine, fully customizable suspensions and an engine built in the image of the Desmosedici are no longer prototype parts! That is why the launch of Panigale is so important and interesting, and the rest of the players are closely monitoring what is happening and drawing conclusions.
In February, at the Aprilia World Superbike presentation, Max Biaggi mentioned that Noale was developing a “new” RSV4. In the autumn, at EICMA, the plant may give an answer to Panigale. This is also what Aprilia did in the past when they developed the RSV Mille: the bike was completely updated every 5 years. In 2013, new items are expected in the Japanese lines. Suzuki is developing a concept that will replace the GSX-R. It is known that the same engineers who worked on the GSV-R for MotoGP are working on it. Kawasaki's R&D center continues to evolve the ZX-10R program from "a race bike to a road bike, not the other way around," as project manager Ichiro Yoda said. Today the Ninja could become the biggest entry on the World STK-1000 grid. But no competitor will have a second Panigale in 2012.
Three-time world champion Troy Bayliss and our test pilot Thor Sagen checked how good the representative of the new wave of superbikes of the 21st century is. [nxtpage]
This entire text is pure emotion.
Don't look for logic in many statements, just believe: Panigale is an atomic bomb in the hands of an experienced person. I felt well what pressure is. Air pressure when accelerating to 250 km/h. My Suomy Apex literally stuck to my face when the numbers “240” appeared on the speedometer, and my ears were blocked due to the strong crosswind. Or was it not the wind, but the air currents that my Ducati Panigale cut through - the quintessence of developments for World Superbike of the last three years?..
The acquaintance with the 1199 began with a joint trip to the track with an incredible person and an extraordinary test pilot of our time - technical director of Ducati MotoGP Vito Guareschi. During the test, not without false modesty, he noted that he was the only one in the group who could keep up with his pace. Many factors held us back that day. And a flock of pigeons circling too low over the Yas Marina Circuit, and sand on the main straight that had drifted in from the desert overnight. Vito knocked down one pigeon on the second lap, I cleaned up the other, trying to accelerate the Panigale to 300 km/h...
When we talk about high speeds, we mean it because this is the Yas Marina with its 1.2km main straight where the Formula 1 guys shift into 7th gear to reach top speed. On the Panigale, you have only two desires: at the beginning of the straight, keep full throttle and stay in the saddle with all your might, and at the end, pray that the brakes will fulfill their mission. A small braking zone on the way down a hill leads into a tunnel, and there is no desire to meet its wall at a speed well over 200 km/h.
We were able to try and compare both versions of Panigale – with and without the letter “S”. The Ducati guys said the Termignoni exhaust adds "some" 8 hp to the bike. to its base 195, that is, 203 hp. with a dry weight of 164 kg. This, I must say, is such a force that can shake the whole soul out of you, figuratively speaking. So over time I had to... keep a close eye on my right hand, control it against over-throttle, just to keep a steady pace and improve my lap times. Because if you don't, the Panigale, according to three-time WSBK champion Troy Bayliss, "simply blows you away at 310 km/h." I only saw 270 on my speedometer because then I had to look for the braking marks.
Do you know why I don’t quit being a test pilot? Every time the factories surprise us with something. Every time we present such motorcycles, they bring us joy. And the new Ducati Superquadro is definitely the most powerful and high-tech engine I've ever tried.
The Panigale is also incredibly agile in corners. The guys from Ducati deliberately dragged us to Abu Dhabi, because this entire track consists of a huge number of connections where we have to work without a break. And even the starting line would not give a reason to relax. But the 1199 steers perfectly. What can this feeling be compared to? If you've driven a BMW S1000RR on the track... the Panigale handles much better! It is better in weight distribution, power delivery, and electronics. These are just feelings, and if I succeed, I will definitely do a head-to-head comparison test.
The monocoque frame migrated straight from MotoGP. For the first time since 1994, Ducati is not building a Superbike based on a birdcage. And one of the main positive effects of this replacement was the incredible agility of the motorcycle in corners, thanks to the delicate centralization of mass and balance of the design. Shifting the bike from full left lean to full right lean is no comparison to the 1198: to everyone's surprise, Ducati has created a super-manoeuvrable superbike that you don't need to be a comic book superhero to ride. The only thing that hinders the handling of this bike is its powerful engine, which would easily tear off the rear wheel if the Panigale weren't equipped with electronics, top quality suspension and grippy Pirellis.
I saw what Troy did the day before. In my opinion, he rode in a wheelie on the front wheel, and went into a stoppie on the back. Only Chuck Norris is cooler... I'm sure it's possible while driving a Panigale. Everything about the bike's design, from the frame and aerodynamics to the Ducati-specific Pirelli Supercorsa tires, is designed for stability at high speeds. Heavier bikes like the Hayabusa might have been more stable, but they would never have been superbikes.
Everything about Panigale is special. The new Brembo Monoblock 50M calipers are not in the usual configuration, they are slightly reduced in proportion to the size and weight of the bike. On the Panigale S, the 330mm brake discs are positioned 15mm to the side for better cooling. The handlebar also doesn't look like a traditional one because it's taller and wider. Of course, not in the Motard style, no... But this minor detail allows the pilot to cope with the power of the engine even when braking. I realized that the motorcycle allows you to brake very hard, even from speeds over 200 km/h, while maintaining stability and straightness, the tension in the muscles is much less when compared with the Ducati 1198SP. I passed the simplest test for “tremor” when drinking another cup of coffee. This is generally good news, because such exercises are always a game on the verge of real physics. But even with EBC switched to level one, it was possible to wag the tail, lifting the rear wheel into the air before cornering. I actually liked riding this style, it seems that MotoGP pilots follow the same religion.
I'm impressed with how Panigale interpreted my actions. The basic version of the Panigale S is equipped with a “racing” ABS unit, which means that there are stall sensors only on the front wheel, the rear brakes are a conventional analogue system. And this is the only ABS system that I would recommend for use with any road tire, including Pirelli Supercorsa. With SC2 series slicks, ABS could be turned off completely. Ducati allows you to “stop” beautifully on well-heated slicks; the anti-block works much later than on other systems. And that's good, from my point of view. [nxtpage]
Working with the Ducati Panigale gave me the confidence needed to perform well in braking. After the second session, I knew for sure that in the event of an unsuccessful overtaking or to prevent an incident, I could work with them much more actively than under normal conditions. I would brake as late as possible. But, alas, Yas Marina is a track that promotes a smooth and beautiful ride rather than diving into corners with wheels falling off. This is the only way to achieve a truly high average speed. In tight corners I just fell in love with the Panigale because the bike always ended up exactly where I wanted to be. At the same time, I clearly understood that if I was a little late with braking, and then opened a little earlier, nothing terrible would happen, I would just personally be a little more tired! But not a motorcycle. Traction control no longer takes the initiative, and you receive all the information about what is happening on the wheels from the steering wheel. Just make sure the front wheel is still on the pavement, and then you can follow any path and lean the bike at any angle. In particular, the extended rear wheel console is responsible for the stability of the motorcycle during acceleration. This part, attached directly to the engine, is one of the most important in the design. The new console design, which still weighs only 5.1 kg, saves energy.
The 1199 Panigale S is equipped with high-precision Ohlins electronically adjustable suspension. If there was a little less sand on the track, I would use the firmest setting from start to finish. In particular, I was struck by the high information content of the rear TTX36, which seemed to directly connect my head and the Pirelli Supercorsa SP 200/55-ZR17 tire. I deliberately used only first gear in the corners in order to put maximum load on the rear wheel and tear it off. Still 203 hp. We should have done this, but during the whole time I only once noted the exit to a long slide in a turn. After all, if you think like a racer, this would reduce the average speed of the track. And the only reason why I still switched to second gear was the fight against the wheelie. Pro riders would probably solve this issue by using the rear brake and opening the throttle wider...
Shifting in the 6-speed gearbox is made extremely easy thanks to the Ducati Quick Shifter: with it you can shift up at full throttle without any second thoughts. The dashboard is very informative. The orange traction control indicator is quite informative and will be useful during training. DTC is very active in Race mode, where the system's base engagement level is "3".
Having only an hour of track time, there is always a feeling that there is a whole abyss separating you from the full disclosure of the topic. In the case of the Ducati 1199 Panigale S, I would probably have needed a lot more time to improve the Yas Marina. So I tried to focus on the ride itself, rather than on the technical ideas that Ducati embodied in this miracle (their representatives of the factory repeatedly published in press releases).
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Wow! What a day I experienced today! The Superquadro engine is as brutal as I like it. And I am absolutely confident when I say that the Ducati 1199 Panigale S is the pinnacle of motorcycle engineering! Buy a bib soon, you'll need it to survive the long wait for the Panigale to arrive in showrooms. This is a “must have” motorcycle for the next three years.
Pros:
+ Superquadro V2 is impressive and good in its own right. + The chassis is radically improved compared to the 1098 series. + Unrivaled electronics package + Basic ABS system - not for old farts!
Minuses:
— Price is around 23,300 euros for the “S” package with ABS
Full text, technical specifications of the Ducati Panigale 1199, exclusive photos from Yas Marina published in the March issue of RACEMAG . Read ON-LINE - it's free!
Translation and introduction: Kirill Chernyshev Photo: Milagro
Transmission and engine
The motorcycle's transmission includes a six-speed front gearbox, which is equipped with a constant, non-stop gear clutch. The transmission is also equipped with a wet multi-plate hydraulic clutch, as well as a main chain drive.
As for the engine, the first moment that is simply breathtaking is the high power and weight parameters that were provided by the most technologically advanced engine currently in existence - an engine called Superquadro. This engine in the Ducati Panigal 1199 is a 1198 cc unit with two cylinders.
There is liquid cooling as well as a gas distribution mechanism. In the process of creating this engine, the developers were able to achieve a significant reduction in the size and weight of the engine.
Another engineering decision made in the process of creating the engine for this motorcycle is the deflection of the cylinders relative to the crankcase by 6 degrees. Due to this engineering solution, the gap between the body and the front wheel has become larger. This helped with load redistribution.
The engine is equipped with an electronic fuel injection system, as well as two injectors for each cylinder.
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Specifications
| Maximum engine power: | 195 HP |
| Torque: | 132 Nm |
| Working volume: | 1198 cm3 |
| Motor type (cylinder arrangement, number of strokes): | 8-valve L-twin |
| Number of cylinders: | 2 |
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| Maximum speed in km/h: | 325 km/h |
| Cooling system: | Liquid |
| Transmission (gearbox): | 6 |
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| Drive unit: | Chain |
| Frame: | Aluminum monocoque frame |
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| Wheelbase: | 1435 mm |
| Weight: | 164 kg |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 17 l. |
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Features of the chassis and their design
Another feature of the motorcycle is the radically new approach that was used when creating the body. The developers abandoned the “birdcage” frame, but this spatial frame was traditional for the company.
For the updated design, monocoque technology was proposed. The engine and the suspension units attached to it became the supporting element used for all used components. Also, a lightweight external frame made of aluminum was attached to the engine as a supporting element. This frame ties together two parts of the motorcycle, that is, the front part and also the rear part.
Both the rear and front suspensions are adjustable. Up front is a 50mm fork with 120mm of travel. The fork angle is 24 degrees and 50 minutes. As for the rear suspension, it is equipped with a pendulum. This pendulum is attached directly to the engine. Suspension travel is as much as 130 millimeters.
There are 10 spokes on the wheels. The front wheel measures 3.5 by 17 inches, and the rear wheel measures 6 by 17 inches. The front wheel has 120/70 high-speed tires, and the rear wheel has 200/55. Both tires are the same model – Pirelli Diablo Supercorsa SP.
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Assistance systems in Ducati 1199
Excellent handling and performance parameters of the motorcycle, as well as a high level of control are provided by a complex of various auxiliary systems, including:
- ABS;
- Electronic unit responsible for braking control. This block is designed specifically to ensure vehicle stability in case of any sharp or simply dangerous turns;
- The system responsible for track control is complete. This system analyzes and processes data about how and at what speed the wheels rotate. This system shows recommendations on how best to combine innovative systems;
- Suspension tuning system;
- Quickshifter;
- System for managing power and its modes.
What is noteworthy is that modes are controlled while driving using just one single button. All necessary information for the driver will be displayed on a specialized TFT monitor.
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I was lucky enough to become one of 4 Russian Panigale owners. I would like to share with you photographs, pros and cons, of this motorcycle and dispel some myths. I will not describe the technical characteristics of the motorcycle, there is a lot of information about this on the Internet, but I will describe the subjective feelings from using it. Before that I owned a BMW s1000rr. Yes, he is incredibly handsome! If you have often been noticed on the road before, multiply this number by 10 and you will get the Panigale effect. It is very light and easy to operate. It feels like you are driving a 400 and not a liter. It dives into turns, no struggle with the motorcycle. I haven't tried anything better. But, it has a very stiff, tightened suspension as standard. The fit is super sporty, my arms and shoulders started to feel numb after 30 minutes of using it. This motorcycle, for all its beauty, is not for the city, it is a pure sport, its place is on the track. It is not suitable for everyday driving; the s1000rr is much friendlier in this regard. The sound of Ducati is not for everyone. The vibration from the engine is felt by the whole body, you need to get used to it. The real downside is that it’s impossible to fry the ass and the tool. Travel in shorts or jeans, guaranteed scrambled eggs. Only in a suit and thermal underwear. This is a jamb, it is impossible to drive in city mode. They say that direct exhaust saves. This is another 200,000 rubles. It's expensive for such an oversight. Service. Unfortunately, there are no Ducati specialists in the regions. I live in Omsk, there is no dealer here. The nearest dealer is in Yekaterinburg. But there are no people there who can service 1199. According to pictures, according to manuals, anyhow. God forbid that something serious happens, the motorcycle will be laid up for a long time. Therefore, before buying such a toy, think several times. Brakes. Brembo. Dot. Speed. Don’t think that if you pay 1,200,000 rubles for volume 1198, you will be significantly the fastest in the city. Comparative tests with BMW and Jixer have shown that the Ducati does not go far from them, it only pulls ahead at the bottom. Only after 250 some difference is felt. This bike's strengths are cornering and braking and are best on the track. Only there can one understand the whole meaning of Panigale. He will give a head start to many people. It's not like everyone else, it's the most attractive two-wheeled monster. Sell everything, buy Panigale, he's worth it. A few words about the equipment. I ordered the suit from a motorcycle studio in the capital. Expensive but high quality. 100,000 rubles for a replica of Valentino Russia 2011. AGV GP-Tech Vr 46 helmet, Dainese vr46 gloves, Alpinestars boots. Everything looks very impressive in the bright sun. It’s just a pity that Rossi left Ducati. Friends, my dream has come true!
Price
But how much exactly does this Ducati 1199 Superleggera motorbike cost? In Italy, the basic model of this monster will cost a person 19 thousand euros, and the S version – 24 thousand euros. There is also a more expensive version - this is the S Tricolore. It costs 29 thousand euros.
This means that the new family of motorcycles will be 15 percent more expensive than the already discontinued 1198. The cost ratio on the market will be approximately the same.
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any true excellence in the world of sports motorcycles , it is called the Ducati 1199 Panigale. This bike is so good that even the updated model with the index 1299 is actually just a slightly modified Panigale 1199. Well, the S-version differs from the standard one mainly in the coloring and some pre-installed tuning instead of factory parts. If you are not looking for compromises, then Panigale 1199 is your choice! But it’s worth keeping in mind that this motorcycle is the king of the track , and the king is cramped in traffic, and most owners agree that this bike is poorly suited for everyday use. If you want to be the first on the track, and you are willing to pay a lot, a lot of money for all operations with your two-wheeled favorite - buy it without hesitation.
