Ducati, Project 1708: new rumors about an eagerly awaited Superleggera V4

Already in a precedent article, there had been mention of the possible creation of a version Superleggera linked to Ducati Panigale V4. On this occasion, considering new rumors reported on the web, there is talk of an idea linked to a mysterious person “Project 1708”.

The indiscretions

Reference is made to a message sent to a small circle of enthusiasts, talking about a product that could represent a new constructive manifesto for the Borgo Panigale specialists. Furthermore, always considering what has emerged online regarding this “Project 1708”, of which further indications could come later, the values ​​listed would suggest a specimen destined for the top of international sports production and with characteristics that are as unique as they are rare.
The hull of the rumored model, presumably in a limited series, would be developed entirely in carbon fiber, modeled around a very powerful engine V4, Desmosedici Stradale R, which it would already provide 224 horses of power a 15.250 rpm, always considering the rumors that have emerged. But combining it with a high performance exhaust system Akrapovich, which would be offered, the data would skyrocket 234 horses expressed a 15.500 rpm. If that wasn't enough, it also mentions a dry weight that would amount to 152 kg, therefore assuming a given running order of 173 kg. But the conditional remains a must. Weight which would be a crucial factor of the entire concept, considering that a frame made of carbon fiber is also expected. The aforementioned aerodynamic part is also interesting, which would replicate a biplane setup similar to that of the prototype GP16 and which would favor a load increase equal to 50 kg traveling to 270 km/h. Appearance that would seem superior to 67% compared to what has already been studied for the Panigale V4 R. A notable value, but as mentioned at the moment it is necessary to use the conditional.
The production of the models, which would be 5 bikes per day, would start from next April and the first deliveries would begin in May, always considering what has emerged online.

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