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Design

• COMMEMORATIVE LIVER: The commemorative livery is inspired by one of the most beautiful Ducati race bikes of all time, the Ducati 996, a direct descendent of the 916 and the winner of the Superbike World Championship with Carl Fogarty in 1999. Visit the page dedicated to design to explore the motorcycle’s unique details, now with a modern twist.
• AN UNMISTAKABLE STYLE.: Future-forward for 30 years: the style of the Ducati 916 has been passed down, generation after generation, evolution after evolution, as far as the Panigale that, with this special edition, celebrates a legacy of beauty, performance, and victory. The livery of the Panigale V4 SP2 30ᵗʰ Anniversario 916 is inspired by the Ducati 996 that triumphed in the 1999 WorldSBK Championship. One of the most beautiful Ducati race bikes ever built, the details of which are adopted by the Panigale, but given a modern twist.
• DETAILS THAT IGNITE THE PASSION.: Unique details with a modern twist: the prized 916 legacy. The main details of the special livery are the tricolor bands on the top fairing and tail section and the number holder plate with world champion’s number “1” that, together with the red front mudguard, references those years. From side on, the 916 logo is modernized and given a gold border, another tribute to the past. The connection to Carl Fogarty’s bike is enhanced with the visual separation of the tank and fairing, achieved with the polished black color of the upper fairing.
• A TRIBUTE TO THE LEGEND.: “We decided to pay tribute to it by creating a motorcycle that displays its characteristics, celebrating its history to bring it up to date”. Andrea Ferraresi - Ducati Centro Stile Director
• DUCATI 916: THERE’S A BEFORE AND AN AFTER.: The 916 did not just represent a landmark in Ducati history but was also an icon of Made in Italy design and a game-changer for the superbike segment. Now, thirty years after its first appearance, it is still considered a symbol of beauty and sportiness applied to two wheels.

Engine

• DESMOSEDICI STRADALE 1.103 CC: The heart of the Panigale V4 SP2 30ᵗʰ Anniversario 916 is the MotoGP-derived 1103 cc Desmosedici Stradale, a V4 with counter-rotating crankshaft that boasts a whole lot of torque right from low revs and the ability to express the bike’s racing spirit on track. The Panigale V4 SP2 30ᵗʰ Anniversario 916 engine mounts the STM Evo Superbike dry clutch, a must for every Ducati race bike that allows the usage of the Ducati Corse Performance Oil to get an additional 3 HP. A 520 final drive chain reduces weight and friction.

Features

• UNMISTAKABLE DNA: The successor to an iconic bike, the genetic characteristics and sports character of which have been retained and updated, generation after generation.
• SYMBOL OF BEAUTY AND SUCCESS: The commemorative livery is inspired by one of the most attractive liveries in Ducati Superbike history, that of the bike that won the Superbike World Championship in 1999 with Carl Fogarty.
• EXCITING ON TRACK: Equipment with “SP2” specifications, designed for the track and able to deliver electrifying performance.
• ICONIC AND SUCCESSFUL.: The commemorative livery is inspired by some of the most beautiful graphics in Ducati racing history, those of the 996, a direct descendent of the 916, and the winner of the Superbike World Championship with Carl Fogarty in 1999.
• TIME PASSES. LEGENDS LIVE ON.: The Panigale V4 SP2 30ᵗʰ Anniversario 916 embodies the two most successful Ducati families in production-derived racing history.
• EXCLUSIVE STYLE. UNIQUE PERFORMANCE.: A work of art reserved for 500 enthusiasts, a superbike that offers extraordinary performance and promises unique emotions.
• A COLLECTIBLE PANIGALE V4 READY FOR THE TRACK.: A collectible Panigale V4 ready for the track. From the 1,103 cc Desmosedici Stradale engine, equipped with a dry clutch, to the lightness of the carbon rims and the power of the Brembo Stylema R® brake calipers, all the way to the components dedicated to track use. The Panigale V4 SP2 30ᵗʰ Anniversary 916 combines thrilling performance and maximum control with the exclusivity of a true collector's item.
• DUCATI DATA ANALYZER+: The Ducati Data Analyzer+ is an electronic system that comes as standard on this model and allows for rider performance to be monitored in a professional way. One of the main functions is automatic Lap Time, which provides two instantaneous split times for the track being ridden.
• TRACK-READY EQUIPMENT: A dedicated box contains the following components for track use: Carbon open clutch cover, Carbon brake cooling ducts, Aluminum fuel cap, Mirror removal plugs, Number plate removal plug.
• BREMBO MCS MASTER CYLINDER: The Brembo master cylinder with MCS allows for convenient and intuitive distance adjustment with no need for tools. This adjustment allows the rider to adapt the feel of the front lever (from smooth to aggressive). The Brembo MCS system also features a remote lever reach adjuster, fundamental when riding on track.
• BREMBO MCS SYSTEM: It allows the wheelbase to be quickly and conveniently adjusted in three configurations to personalize braking feel. The front brake lever is equipped with the "remote adjuster" device, which allows its position to be adjusted by turning a knob on the left handle, as on racing bikes. Finally, the brake and clutch levers are milled at the end to reduce air resistance.
• COMMEMORATIVE LIVERY: The commemorative livery is inspired by one of the most beautiful Ducati race bikes of all time, the Ducati 996, a direct descendent of the 916 and the winner of the Superbike World Championship with Carl Fogarty in 1999. Visit the page dedicated to design to explore the motorcycle’s unique details, now with a modern twist.
• STM EVO SUPERBIKE DRY CLUTCH: A distinctive element of Ducati race bikes, it offers an effective anti-hopping function even during aggressive downshifting, and a smoother ride during “off-throttle” stages, such as corner entry. This clutch supports the use of Ducati Corse Performance Oil Powered by Shell Advance, which further heightens engine performance. A 520 final drive chain reduces weight and friction.
• ADJUSTABLE RIDER FOOT PEGS: Adjustable billet aluminum foot pegs allow the rider to find the proper ergonomic position for their legs and optimize the bike’s lean angle based on the position. The standard DQS can be configured as either a traditional or racing shifter.
• CARBON FIBER RIMS: 5-split-spoke rims allow for a 3 lb. weight reduction for the Marchesini forged rims of the V4S. The most important aspect is the reduced moment of inertia, cut by 26% upfront and 46% at the rear. This translates into greater agility, less riding effort, especially in the changes of direction, and a greater tendency to hold the trajectory under acceleration.
• DEDICATED TO COLLECTORS: The Panigale V4 SP2 30ᵗʰ Anniversario 916 comes complete with a series of elements dedicated to collectors. These include the machined solid steering head with the model name and progressive number, the certificate of authenticity and the dedicated motorcycle cover.
• ELECTRONIC RIDING AID SYSTEMS: Many of the electronic systems that are now standard on motorbikes were pioneered by Ducati, which has earned a place among the most advanced companies in the sector. Safety, comfort and performance improved thanks to the continuous improvement.
• SPORTY IN ITS EVERY DETAIL.: Every part of the Panigale V4 SP2 30° Anniversario 916 is an expression of sports attitude and performance, with technical equipment that pushes the racing characteristics of the Panigale V4 to the max.

Limited Edition

• A NUMBERED, LIMITED SERIES: The Panigale V4 SP2 30ᵗʰ Anniversario 916 is a limited edition of just 500 units, each numbered with engraving on the steering plate. Each motorcycle comes complete with a certificate of authenticity and a dedicated motorcycle cover.

Performance

• RACING EQUIPMENT: As well as its engine-specific equipment, the motorcycle comes as standard with lightweight carbon rims, an even more high-performance braking system, racing foot pegs, and a series of carbon components. Standard equipment also includes the kit for track use, which includes the carbon open clutch cover, billet aluminum plugs for the removal of the rear-view mirrors, a kit for the removal of the number plate holder, an aluminum fuel cap and the Ducati Data Analyzer+ kit with GPS module as standard.