2020 Beemer Press release...

Bike is raising the bar again.

 

sometimes it looks hot fire... sometimes it looks... weird.

but that can be said about the V4 too

 

I dig it.

 

Hot damn! The stock version is beautiful. The gold subframe and engine covers look so good. Looks great as a racebike as well.

 

What (and how many) recalls does the Panigale have?

 

How is this BMW different than the 2019 model?

 

there were a handful... i know i had to have a bunch done on mine a while back... there was some bolt thingy on the rear suspension or swingarm they did too but i don't see it on this list

https://www.nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2018/DUCATI/PANIGALE%2520V4#recalls

 

The bike is listed as a 2019 model year but in the U.S.A. all of the VINs being issued are actually 2020 production. So, to answer your question: this is the 2019 model.

 

The upper picture looks like it is missing part of the lower fairing. Other than that it looks the business.

 

It is, for the awful cats and lunch box. Full system and proper bodywork in order.

 

That's a job for your secretary. Gixxer

 

More power, less weight, new electronics. The usual headlines in all the magazines.

 

And just like Suzuki...you recall everything!!

 

Love the way the new RR looks! If I didn't have my 2017 GSXR-1000, I would be all over this. BTW, took my V4R out to the track (Chuckwalla) for the first time and the turn in is crazy!

 

I would be real interested in which one you prefer on the track. (Unless it's no contest in favor of the Duc. I can't be hearing that gibberish!)

 

I pick my M package 2020 s1000rr up this Saturday!!! Mine will likely only see an occasional track day. So far, the reviews have been very positive. I guess I have to change my ancient username.

 

I raced GSXR-600s with WSMC here in SoCal, and have been a Suzuki guy most of my life. I prefer my GSXR-1000 because it is so familiar to me, has plenty of midrange and is very stable. With the V4R, once I get past a certain lean angle, it feels like it wants to fall in more. The sensation is unsettling because I am so used to the turn in on my Suzukis.

 

Tausend R?

Same tires?

 

It's nice to have choices!