Ducati 899 Panigale

Highlights:

Manufactured with Ducati's latest power-plant i.e. the 899 Super-Quadro, has a twin-cylinder design and technology that generates a superb Ducati performance with great effortless potential results. Ducati 899 super-Quadro adopts the same gearbox as 1199, exploiting the comprehensive work carried out in boosting magnitudes between the centers of the six-speed gearbox cylinders to facilitate bigger diameter, substantial gears to carry the upgraded potential output.

Introduction:

The superbike Ducati 899 Panigale can also be termed as Ferrari on two wheels. With attractive pricing, Ducati has four models under the Panigale range. Additionally, there is a difference between the rates of the cheapest model (899 Panigale) and the second cheapest model (1299 Panigale) counting to 19.46 lakhs. The 899 Panigale model contributes closeness with the 1299 Panigale model in terms of appearance, that arrests attention right away when it's on the road. The new 899 Panigale carries extraordinary elements and polished design that makes it look diverse from its ancestors.

Design:

Giving a muscular and sporty look yet being poised in shape, Ducati 899 has a Kerb weight of 193 kg, the overall height being 1,105 mm, the length being 2,050 mm and width being 730 mm. Wheelbase carries 1,426 mm measurement along with the seat height of 830 mm. The body frame is made of Monocoque Aluminium.

Engine, Economy and Performance:

Reflecting contemporary 1199, the Ducati 899 Panigale engine is fully equipped and has an engineering of the finest achievable vehicle structure for layout, weight distribution and strength. It has a displacement of 898 ccs, giving a maximum power of 146 bhp @ 10,750 rpm and maximum torque of 99 Nm @ 9,000 rpm. It has a liquid cooling system with a manual gearbox having six gears. 899 Panigale gives an extreme performance more on track and less on the road. Even then it's a more comfy bike that performs really well on the streets too. It has 17 litres of fuel tank capacity and ranges 140 miles at 38mpg (estimated).

Handling:

It has a crisp handling and has a load of systems on board to help the bike run faster. While the bike is on the wet surface, its handling can be better determined in that condition. As compared to 1199, the steering geometry is slightly abrupt with improved agility. The rear tyre gives a feel of precise cornering. It has a wheel size of 17 inches. The front tyre is 120/70 ZR17 and the rear tyre is 180/60 ZR17 in measurement. Both the tyres are tubeless and radial.

Safety, Braking and Miscellaneous:

Safety is an important concern kept in mind while engineering this bike for all the bike-lovers. The front brakes have Dual 320 mm discs with four-piston radially mounted Brembo calipers and the rear brakes have single 245 mm disc with two-piston Brembo caliper. This bike looks extremely hot in the traffic and has hard-core-track-oriented positions. If you inhibit this bike, it can touch 100 km/hr from standstill in 3.6 seconds while it gives you a top speed of 270 km/hr.

Verdict:

It is beautifully manufactured and a stylish motorbike. It revs quickly with an impressive sound on the road. It gives you a real satisfaction of riding a sports bike and gives self-assurance that you have invested money in the right motorcycle. Ducati 899 Panigale will make your ride faster and safer.