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Panigale V2

₹ 19,11,900ex-showroom · last updated 2026

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Engine
890cc
Power
118bhp
Mileage
16.6kmpl
Weight
200kg
EMI starting from ₹5,000/month · subject to bank approval
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Ducati Panigale V2 — Overview

The Ducati Panigale V2 is a sports bike available at a price range of Rs. 19,11,900 - Rs. 21,09,900 in India. It comes in 2 variants and 2 colours. It is powered by a 890 cc BS6 Phase 2B engine and has a user reported mileage of 20 kmpl. With both front and rear disc brakes, the Ducati Panigale V2 comes with anti-locking braking system. The Panigale V2 bike weighs 200 kg and has a fuel tank capacity of 15 liters. It develops a power output of 118 bhp and a torque of 93.3 Nm.

When Ducati launched the 2025 Panigale V2 in India at Rs 19.12 Lakh, they did something no one expected - they fitted a smaller, less powerful engine than before. The new 890cc V-twin makes 120 PS, down 35 PS from the outgoing 955cc motor. And yet, the lap times barely changed. This is Ducati applying Colin Chapman's philosophy: adding power makes you faster on the straights, but shedding weight makes you faster everywhere. The result? At 179 kg, this is the lightest Panigale ever built. It comes standard with Brembo M50 monobloc calipers, a 6-axis IMU, cornering ABS, traction control, wheelie control, and a quickshifter - the kind of electronics suite you'd expect on a flagship, now starting under Rs 20 Lakh. The 2025 Panigale V2 is a bold bet, and from what riders are saying, it just might be the right one.

Ducati Panigale V2 Latest Updates

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  • Ducati India announced a price increase of up to 5% across its full lineup effective June 1, 2026, citing rising operational costs and inflation. The Panigale V2 STD (currently Rs 19,11,900) and V2 S (Rs 21,09,900) are among the models affected - buyers should purchase before May 31, 2026 to lock in current pricing.

  • Deliveries of the 2025 Ducati Panigale V2 STD (Rs 19,11,900) and Panigale V2 S (Rs 21,09,900) commenced across Ducati India's authorised dealership network in January 2026, following the October 2025 India launch. Early owner reports praised the lightweight feel and improved electronics.

  • Ducati India launched the all-new 2025 Panigale V2 on October 30, 2025 at Rs 19,11,900 for the STD and Rs 21,09,900 for the V2 S - Rs 1.56 Lakh cheaper than the outgoing 955cc model. The new bike uses a 890cc V-twin producing 120 PS and weighs 179 kg, making it the lightest Panigale ever. The Desmodromic valve system has been replaced by conventional spring valves with 45,000 km service intervals.

What We Like

  • Lightest Panigale ever - 179 kg (STD) / 176 kg (S), a full 17 kg shed from the previous generation
  • Rs 1.56 Lakh cheaper than its predecessor at launch, starting at Rs 19.12 Lakh
  • Outstanding electronics as standard: 6-axis IMU, cornering ABS, traction control, wheelie control, slide control, quickshifter - all included
  • No more Desmodromic service anxiety - spring valves mean valve checks at 45,000 km intervals

What Could Be Better

  • 35 PS less than the outgoing 955cc Panigale V2 - the 120 PS figure surprises those upgrading from older models
  • One colour only - Ducati Red across both variants, no alternatives at this price point
  • Rs 6.63 Lakh premium over the Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R is hard to justify on specs sheet alone

Editor's Verdict

Should You Buy the Ducati Panigale V2?

The 2025 Ducati Panigale V2 makes a compelling case that less can genuinely be more. It is lighter, cheaper, and better equipped than the bike it replaces - and early rider reports suggest the 890cc V-twin's character more than compensates for the reduced output. But at Rs 19.12 Lakh in a segment where the Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R costs Rs 12.49 Lakh, you are paying for Italian soul, top-shelf hardware, and the Ducati badge. If those things matter to you - and for the right rider, they absolutely do - this is one of the finest middleweight sports bikes available in India right now.

Frequently Asked Questions

QWhat is the price of the Ducati Panigale V2 in India?▾
The Ducati Panigale V2 is priced at Rs 19,11,900 (ex-showroom) for the standard variant and Rs 21,09,900 for the V2 S. On-road prices are higher - Delhi buyers pay approximately Rs 21.10 Lakh for the STD, while Bangalore buyers pay approximately Rs 23.42 Lakh due to Karnataka's higher road-tax slabs.
QWhat is the mileage of the Ducati Panigale V2?▾
The Ducati Panigale V2 is ARAI-rated at 16.6 kmpl. In real-world Indian conditions - mixed city and highway riding - most owners can expect 13-15 kmpl. The 15-litre fuel tank gives a practical range of approximately 195-225 km per fill.
QIs the 2025 Ducati Panigale V2 worth buying in India?▾
The 2025 Panigale V2 is the lightest (179 kg) and most affordable new Panigale ever sold in India at Rs 19.12 Lakh, with Brembo M50 calipers, a 6-axis IMU, cornering ABS, and a quickshifter all standard. It makes a strong case if you value Italian hardware quality and V-twin character - though the Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R offers comparable track performance for Rs 12.49 Lakh.
QWhat is the EMI for the Ducati Panigale V2?▾
For the base Ducati Panigale V2 STD at Rs 19,11,900 (ex-showroom), EMI starts at approximately Rs 47,000-50,000 per month over 36 months with a standard 10% down payment. Extending to a 60-month tenure brings the monthly outgo down to approximately Rs 34,000-37,000 depending on the lender's interest rate.
QWhy does the 2025 Panigale V2 have less power than the old model?▾
The 2025 Panigale V2 uses a new 890cc V-twin producing 120 PS - 35 PS less than the outgoing 955cc Superquadro. Ducati made this deliberate choice to save 17 kg of weight, eliminate the expensive Desmodromic valve system (valve service now at 45,000 km), and reduce the price by Rs 1.56 Lakh. Ducati's own lap time data shows the new bike is only 0.2 seconds per lap slower at Vallelunga despite the power reduction.
QDoes the 2025 Ducati Panigale V2 still have Desmodromic valves?▾
No - the 2025 Panigale V2 is the first Panigale to drop the Desmodromic valve system entirely, switching to conventional spring valves. This extends valve check intervals to 45,000 km and significantly reduces service costs. Previous Panigales required Desmo valve clearance checks every 24,000 km at Rs 25,000-40,000 per visit at authorised Ducati workshops.
QWhat is the service interval for the Ducati Panigale V2?▾
The Ducati Panigale V2 requires an oil and filter change every 15,000 km or 12 months. The major valve service is now due at 45,000 km thanks to the switch to conventional spring valves - a significant improvement over the Desmodromic system on previous models, which demanded valve checks every 24,000 km at considerable cost.
QWhat are the differences between the Ducati Panigale V2 STD and V2 S?▾
The Panigale V2 S (Rs 21,09,900) adds four upgrades over the STD (Rs 19,11,900): full Öhlins suspension (NIX30 fork + TTX36 monoshock replacing Marzocchi/Kayaba), a lithium-ion battery saving approximately 3 kg, Ducati Power Launch (launch control), and a pit speed limiter. The engine, electronics, brakes, display, and riding modes are identical on both variants.

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