Ducati Superleggera V4: sensations and performance [VIDEO]

Pressing progression, articulated and functional aerodynamics, lots of power. The exclusive Superlight V4 is the protagonist of a dedicated film proposed by Ducati.

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The words of the official tester Alexander Valia they mark the sensations and character of this new limited and numbered series sports car. Based on what emerged, on a specimen equipped with racing kits and tires slick, completed a lap on the Mugello track in 1'52 "45. Less than two seconds from the time set on the Panigale V4 R SBK by Michele Pirro in CIV 2019.
Solo 500 unit with deliveries starting in Europe in June 2020, following the indications.
A general framework has already been proposed within a precedent article, emphasizing the sporty and sophisticated nature. The use of carbon fiber for the frame, swingarm and wheels is highlighted, as is the use of other light alloys such as titanium and magnesium. The weight reduction is 6.7 kg, according to the indications.
Moving on to the heart Desmosedici Stradale R da 998 cc, “more powerful and lighter” as reported, its architecture is 4° V90. A unit 2,8kg lighter than a 4cc V1.103. We also note an Akrapovič approved exhaust system for 224 horses Basic. An already high value. However, in track use with an Akrapovič titanium solution, included in the Racing Kit proposed together with the model, the data jumps to 234 horses. Power to be considered against a dry weight of 159 kg, 16 kg less than a Panigale V4. Therefore the basic power/weight ratio amounts to 1,41 HP/kg. Already considerable value for an approved example, but with the racing kit, i.e. 234 horsepower and a lighter weight of 152,2 kg, the ratio is 1,54 HP/kg, as reported.
Data to be linked to a refined chassis, sophisticated electronics and complex aerodynamics made up of biplane appendages which recall the setting of the 2016 Ducati MotoGP. A vertical load of 50 kg is obtained at 270 km/h, still taking the indications.

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