Ducati Superleggera V4: the sporting essence of the brand in a powerful and exclusive motorcycle [VIDEO]

A new example of construction technique imbued with passion. There Ducati Superleggera V4 summarizes the conceptual philosophy aimed at maximizing performance and constructive research, which has always been characteristic of the manufacturer Borgo Panigale.

High level cycling

Conceptually the synthesis of this motorbike is represented by power to weight ratio di 1,54 HP/kg. A result linked to the use of innovative and specific materials such as carbon fiber and light alloys type titanium e aluminum, which define a sports car with a sharp design and a racing heart.
Articulated and functional, the aerodynamic appearance stands out in the front area of ​​the motorbike, with various appendages made of carbon fibre. A GP16 aerodynamic design set by Ducati Corse.
The frame “Front Frame” is developed in fiber carbon. The chassis includes a front suspension consisting of an adjustable fork Öhlins NPX 25/30 pressurized with 43 mm diameter upside down legs and 120 mm wheel travel with TiN (Titanium Nitride) treatment of the legs as well as machined from solid aluminum feet. At the back there is a single-sided carbon swingarm and an adjustable shock absorber Ohlins TTX36 with GP valves and titanium spring (the wheel travel amounts to 130 mm), referring to the indications. The 5-spoke split carbon wheels are from 17 inches, therefore the types of tires linked to the front and rear areas are respectively: SP 120/70 ZR17 e SP 200/60 ZR17.
The braking system is powerful, considering the same thrust. At the front stands a system consisting of two semi-floating discs da 330 mm combined with monobloc calipers Brembo Stylema® R radially mounted with four pistons. Linked to this is a system ABS Cornering EVO. While at the back there is a single 245 mm disc, connected to a two-piston caliper and again with the ABS Cornering EVO solution.
Among the technological aspects, as well as a peculiar light signature LED and a varied overview of systems including the aforementioned and sophisticated ABS Riding modes e PowerModes, Ducati Traction Control (DTC) as well as Ducati Wheelie Control (DWC) among others, digital instrumentation is also indicated on TFT screen da 5 inches in color.
The wheelbase amounts to 1.480 mm, the saddle height a 835 mm, the inclination of the steering head is 24,5°, the tank can contain 16 liters of fuel and it is an example single-seater.

Race power

Returning to the weight/power ratio and the entire concept, it is the result of targeted work and fifteen dedicated track sessions, as emerged on this occasion. An interesting work also on different mappings, up to the optimization and definition of dynamism and performance.
The heart is one Desmosedici Stradale V4 placed at 90° from 998 cc, with low mass and equipped with Desmodromic distribution 4 valves per cylinder, counter-rotating crankshaft, liquid cooling and electronic injection. This is combined with a gearbox a you are reports with Ducati Quick Shift (DSQ) of type up/down EVO 2, while the exhaust system consists of a 4-2-1-2 layout with double lambda sensor and two catalysts. An interesting aspect considering precisely the power expressed and the weight. In numbers: 224 horses of maximum power (165 kW) a 15.250 rpm e 116 Nm of torque a 11.750 rpm basic, which they become 234 horses (174kW) a 15.500 rpm e 119 Nm of couple 11.750 rpm adopting one full-racing exhaust, as specified. Push to report to 159 kg di dry weight, which result 152,2 kg always dry with racing kits.
A new sports car in appearance Ducati red connected in turn to the technological fabric of the different materials used. Sunny development reported 500 unit all numbered progressively (XXX/500) based on the chassis number also visible on the ignition key and steering head, which is also combined with a certificate of authenticity, as indicated.

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