The Panigale is the Ducati’s DNA, a superbike in all its splendor line breathtaking, technology of avant-garde and breathtaking performance. We took the bracelets of the Ducati 1299 Panigale S new in free version on the circuit of Portimao. Forza Panigale!!!
By the way of introduction, here is a brief reminder of some technical data: 1 285 cm3, 205 horses, 14.46 daN m and 190.5 kg all full facts announced! Who could believe that a sports twin homologated road would one day be capable of such performance? I meditate on it approaching me the sculptural 1299 Panigale Ducati.
Aligned on the dark carpet, sitting on their crutches of workshop, equipped with electric blankets, the Ducati superbikes just waiting for us. A such parade in always puts Eyeful, since light lifting at base of full LED lighting and tapered rear hull has not denatured a line that convinced, and even begins to be imitated.
Pirelli Supercorsa SP Cool Windows and the Clock
Small technical briefing and safety and it time to Don my coat of light while mechanics heat engines. Thanks to blankets, it is possible to set the pace on the entry into runway. It is even recommended to avoid the Pirelli Supercorsa SP cool: “knee down to the first corner, gentlemen” tells us…
Having the chance to have already rolled on the circuit of Portimão, the first round is less anxiety-provoking for my colleagues who discover this Lédenon power 10, super fast and rather bumpy since two seasons. And the warm-up of three towers is already sufficient to learn about the level of performance of the new Panigale.
The shock of the weight/power ratio, as well as the extraordinary health of the engine, reveal themselves immediately. The Ducati Panigale 1299 S s’arrache curves with incredible energy. With 205 horses announced at the crankshaft, it equals in power the first driven 1098 in WSBK by Troy Bayliss! It smells like body aches, the maximum concentration, the braking snorkeling… God is good!
Piston limits to the large torque
Past the Cape of the discovery, it is time to apply to analyze the behavior of the new Panigale. Firstly, the ergonomics remains nearby of the 1199. Undeniably, the footrests progressed with more grip. The saddle also has an ideal form while travelling, but limits the possibility of retreat.
In addition, we were to be able to reach stalling us on the bike: the shape of the tank does not support of the thighs, while there are always parts coming to hang inside of the boots. Suddenly, it clings to a half handlebars while the goal is to release the pressure. Nothing that to be, there are job and cela inevitably affects the behavior of a motorcycle so light, short, and so powerful.
Then, it is necessary to gauge the nature and engine performance. Less hollow and less explosive than the first generation suddenly Superquadro 1299 develops, according to Ducati, 15% more torque at midrange. Which overlap with the perceived sensations. Between 5 000 rpm and 8 500 rpm, 1,285 cm3 twin tows with far more force than its predecessor.
It’s almost comfortable in terms of driving because, taken on the above report, Panigale 1299 always spring curves. There are still horses and torque in reserve, and it is an advantage when one pilot on a big half top of the tachometer.
The Techno in the Service of Adhesion
But this “comfort” mask especially meticulous and almost imperceptible on-board electronics work. Ducati Traction Control, Engine Brake Control, Ducati Wheelie Control, Cornering ABS, Ducati Up and Down Shifter, Racing Modes: as many electronic crutches that ensure grain every millisecond and that load to maintain security at a high level.
Indeed, nobody did a high side or crossed the front point of rope. Stunning, but do not believe that Ducati and its partner Bosch invented the “Superbike for Dummies”. Go quickly and control the beast, to keep the reason, to get involved physically and the clocks will always slammed face by the best drivers.
It must be recognized that the new Bosch Inertial Measurement Unit system which takes into account six axes of measurement shows formidable efficiency and just leave his gaze on the dashboard to be aware of its presence through luminous alerts. Intrusion on the steering of these audiences is also more discreet models evolve.
It must be recognized that the new Bosch Inertial Measurement Unit system which takes into account six axes of measurement shows formidable efficiency and just leave his gaze on the dashboard to be aware of its presence through luminous alerts. Intrusion on the steering of these audiences is also more discreet models evolve.
Certainly, mode Wet, traction control set to maximum like wheeling control or limitation of the power according to the tilt angle impact dramatically on the cockpit. The bike more curves before even be inclined at 45 ° spring! Just switch on the Sport or Race mode to find all the Panigale performance.
Next step? The removal of the headlights?
On the other hand, the atmosphere of pilot age is typed and everything to say exceptional! This is something strong when taking into account the need to fly a different superbike. The roar of the twin, but also the very distinctive nature of the part-cycle which easily sweeps the runway braking while the nose wheel is almost always trying to soar when accelerating are grounds for astonishment lap after lap!
The rigor of all is yet able to satisfy the most swift with a braking the incredible power and a feeling that allows the determination of a single finger for some. Placement accuracy when it seeks a vibrator is also astounding, especially considering the coating dented Portimao. Agility at the outbreak of the turn is even surprising both the motorcycle switches quickly on the corner. Thanks to the gram hunting!
On the other hand, the Ducati Panigale 1299 S claims to always be in the right tempo yours, not the driver of development and when you miss you somewhere, put everything in order (ratio, adequate diet) takes time. Other hyper sportive are certainly easier in improvisation.
Is missed, it is also an opportunity to glimpse the daily potential or the beautiful road. Clearly, between the reduced flexibility of the twin, the position in support, the turn RADIUS, the apparent dissatisfaction of the twin rolling on a constant diet, we say that this bike flourishes that circuit or at least in driving sports. And that will not benefit your points capital.
Balance sheet Founded: Accomplished and Wealthy Drivers
Ducati Panigale 1299 sold from €20 990 to €25 990 version S with suspensions Öhlins semi active, and pallets to the left commodo as a shortcut for the audience – the Ducati Panigale 1299 certainly is a concentrate of technology which offers high performance. It lies however in the market high average and demonstrates, once again, a rise in overall performance.
It is a showcase for the constructor of Bologna until the next evolution. A such motorcycle, which cannot be engaged in competition it is the role of the Panigale 1199 R applies only to a handful of aesthetes, wealthy, and possibly fine drivers. More reasonable riders gentlemen can turn to the 899 Panigale, more affordable to purchase €16 190, less costly maintenance, and more humanly affordable in terms cockpit.
