Ducati Superleggera V4 Centenario

A Dream Comes True

Track riding abilities that so few will ever get to experience

The new Superleggera pushes the limits of what’s possible on two wheels designed for the road.
The “Superleggera” concept is taken even further. It is the lightest, most unique, the most powerful, the most advanced thanks to ground breaking MotoGP- derived technologies never applied before on a streetlegal sportbike that raise the bar of uniqueness and gives riders the closest experience possible to riding a MotoGP bike.
All  in all, the new Superleggera V4 Centenario is a must have for all collectors.

If Money Were No Object

What a design brief!!

The original brief behind the design of the Superleggera (Superlight to us blighties) was – “If money was no object, what would you build”. So started the painstaking task of taking each and every component of the chassis, engine and bodywork and where possible producing these from the lightest material that was available and fit for the purpose. Right down to the re-machining of the Ohlins forks to reduce the amount of material left to its barest minimum.

The end results are absolutely astounding – Power to weight ratios never seen before.

A Thing Of Beauty

The finished product would look at home in any art exhibition.

Co-developed by Ducati Corse and the Ducati Style Center, the Ducati Superleggera V4 Centenario aerodynamics package was developed further in order to ensure that it could cope with the additional power in such a light chassis.

From design to delivery, the Superleggera V4 reflects a meticulous attention to detail. In fact, the bike will be delivered to the customer in a wooden box with special graphics, designed specifically for the transport of this masterpiece.

New changes for top performances

A Model Specific Engine

Powered by a brand new heart

Desmosedici Stradale R1100
• The heart of the new Superleggera is a new engine, not shared with any other model in the range.
• The Desmosedici Stradale R1100 is the R engine whose displacement is increased to 1.103-cc (vs998cc)
• The engine is 3.6kg/8lb lighter than that of the 1,103-cc engine of the Panigale V4 (withdryclutch) mainly thanks to a superlight cranktrain.
• The use of titanium screws (-0.9kg/-2lb) and lightweight componentry contribute to a chieve the total weight saving.

Titanium made exhaust system

• The new engine features larger manifolds (∅41.7mm vs 40mm) made in titanium that work in concert with the road-legal Akrapovič silencer
• The full titanium racing system by Akrapovič is included in the Racing Kit. It makes the bike -3kg/-6.6lb lighter and boosts power to 247hp (with Ducati Corse Performance Oil)

Main performance data

• OEM configuration (EU5-specs): 228hp, the highest power level of the sportbike segment
• OEM configuration (USspecs): homologation still in progress
• Full racing configuration (racing exhaust + Ducati Corse Performance Oil): 247hp, very close to the power level of the Panigale V4 RSBK.

Performance meets mechanical art

Super light crank train
• The 1,103-cc displacement is achieved lengthening the stroke from 48.41 mm to 53.5 mm with dedicated new crankshaft and titanium connecting rods
• The two rings type pistons are dedicated too with a bigger diameter pin due to the increased performance
• The crank train’s weight is reduced by –1.6kg/-3.5lb vs Panigale V4 one mainly thanks to a lighter crankshaft (-1.1kg/-2.4lb) thanks to the use of high-density tungsten counterweight plugs instead of using large steel counterweights

998-cc R engine’s cylinder heads

• The engine uses the same cylinder heads as the R engine with performance-oriented fluid dynamic
• Ø34mm intake valves made in titanium, Ø27.5mm exhaust ones in steel. All the sixteen valves feature titanium half-cones, a solution usually adopted only on racing bikes
• The exhaust camshafts are dedicated to meet homologation standard without reducing performance

Dedicated intake system

• The engine breathes through oval throttle bodies of Ø56mm equivalent (the same as the 998-cc R engine)
• Unlike 998-cc R engine the throttle bodies are connected to fixed-height in take trumpets rather than a variable-length intake system
• The fixed-height trumpets maximize engine top performance and reduce throttle body weight by 0.6kg/1.3lb.

Desmodromic Timing Manually Set

• The exclusivity of this engine is underlined by the Desmodromic timing being manually set by hand.
• On the Superleggera V4 the Desmodromic system timing procedure is performed manually by an expert
• Once all required tests have been completed, he certifies the positive outcome by signing the metallic plate that embellishes the rear cylinder bank.

Racing Formation

Ducati Neutral Lock

Gearbox & Transmission

Ducati Racing Gearbox with Ducati Neutral Lock

•Desmosedici Stradale R1100 is equipped with the Ducati Racing Gearbox (DRG) which sees neutral positioned beneath first gear, rather than between first and second, to ensure sufficient engine brake in the final and most delicate phase of braking when entering a first gear corner.
• The absence of neutral between first and second also ensures quicker, smoother and more repeatable shifting between these two gears with respect to a gearbox with road configuration.
• To prevent accidental downshifting from first to neutral, the gearbox features the patented Ducati Neutral Lock (DNL), which can be deactivated using the dedicated lever on the right semi-handlebar.
• To engage neutral, the rider must carry out the same actions as official riders in MotoGP and Superbike.

Final transmission

• Rear wheel drive is performed by a DID ER V7, the top-of-the-line racing chain, utilized by factory teams worldwide.
• It turns an aluminium (Ergal) rearsprocket (Z40); compared to those on the Panigale V4,
• Racing chain and Ergal crown reduce weight by 0.69kg

Designed by the wind

.....and a lot of experience.

Designed by the wind

Racing aero package

• The aerodynamic package of the Superleggera V4 Centenario is fully derived from Ducati Corse racing experience and is designed to maximize stability, braking performance, and cornering precision at high speed
• It is the same homologated for the 2026 World SBK Championship, it includes high-efficiency wings and side pods designed to generate down force even when the motorcycle is leaned into a corner.

Carbon fibre bodywork

• The fairing is made entirely of carbon fibre partially left exposed to emphasize the material.
•Not only the fairings but many of the vehicle components normally made of plastic have been built in carbon fibre to maximise weight reduction and offers eye-catching attention to detail.
• Riders who use the bike on the road will appreciate the new license-plate holder, made of carbon fibre, and -0.2kg/-0.44lb lighter
• Complementing the carbon fibre components are billet aluminium elements such as the iconic radiator fillercap, and the fuel tank cap (available as additional equipment)

Carbon Fibre Everywhere!!

Without Comprimise.

The carbon fibrecomponents that make magic

Front Frame fully-made in carbon fiber

• The Front Frame is fully-made in carbon fibre that in comparison with the already-light aluminium alloy Front Frame of the Panigale V4, provides a weight saving by 17% (-0.6kg/-1.3lb)
• For the new Superleggera V4, further reduced stiffness targets have been tested and approved compared to those of the Panigale V4 to deliver even more grip at the maximum lean angle, and superior tendence to close the line.

Brand new fully-made swingarm

• The Desmosedici GP inspired shape allows to achieve the lowest possible weight while maintaining equivalent stiffness
• To achieve maximum weight reduction, an advanced male-mould carbon-layup process is employed.
• Derived from top-level motorsport applications, this method enables the creation of a truly monolithic component with a significantly higher stiffness-to-weight ratio compared with a conventional female-mould layup.
• As a result, the carbon-fibre swingarm is 21% lighter (–1.1kg/-2.4lb) while maintaining basically the same stiffness levels as the aluminium version

Meticulous attention to detail

• But Ducati weren’t satisfied so they worked harder to reduce the weight o f all the other chassis components
• The carbon fibre wheels of the Panigale V4 are now even lighter (-0.3kg/-0.7lb), the front sub-frame provides a weight reduction of –0.2kg/-0.44lb, the weight of the single-seat rear sub-frame drops by –1.4kg/-3.1lb
• Complementing the carbon fibre components are billet aluminium elements such   as the new footrest plates (-16% weight vs Panigale V4), and the top and lower triple clamps.

A New Innovation For The Road

State Of The Art

Brembo Hyction carbon ceramic discs

Hyction is the first carbon-ceramic brake disc by Brembo designed for road-going sport bikes
• The new Superleggera V4 is the first street-legal bike to be equipped with carbon-ceramic brakediscs
• Hyction brings Brembo’s experience gained in high performance automotive applications and top-level racing to two wheels
• Derived from the technology used for hypercars, but specifically designed for motorcycle applications

The Discs

• The Hyction’s design features a ceramic core reinforced with carbon fiber, coated with a ceramic layer on each friction surface
• This material combines lightness with an exceptional resistance to fade thanks to controlled heat generation and resistance to deformation caused by temperature
• The Hyction weighs 1.375kg, features a diameter of 340mm, a thickness of 8mm, and a 35mm braking surface height, it integrates 132 ventilation holes designed to maximize thermal dissipation
• The Hyction adopts a MotoGP- derived floating system and an asymmetric aluminium bell featuring a completely new internal geometry

Hyction name by Brembo

• Hyction is born from the fusion of two worlds: Hyper and Action
• Hyction turns Hyper Performance into pure Action, delivering a braking behaviour that sets a new benchmark

Brembo GP4 HY machined from solid callipers

Brand new GP4 HY radial monobloc calliper completes the system

• The GP4 HY are machined from a solid block of aluminium, and nickel plated as in MotoGP
• They are thermally optimized, thanks to integrated cooling fins
• They have differentiated racing pistons (30–34mm)

Amplified callipers with anti-drag system to deliver more power under braking and zero drag when released
• The callipers incorporate an oblique pad slide which amplifies the braking power with the same amount of force applied to the lever
• Integrated into the amplified calliper, the anti-drag system consists of a special spring that instantly retracts the pads whenever the rider is not braking, completely freeing the disc
• The anti-drag system ensures absolute smoothness during release, preventing the pads from maintaining even the slightest contact with the disc
• Specific brakepads: the pads are specifically developed to interact ideally with the disc’s carbon ceramic surface

The callipers are driven by the Brembo MCS 19-21 mastercylinder completed with Multiple Click System and remote adjuster

Brembo 223 x 4.5 mm floating rear brake disc

The rear system is completed by a floating steel disc
• The rear disc features a racing derived solution
• Benefits: reduced dimensions, lower weight, and improved thermal management, ensuring precise and controlled braking

Main technical data

• Floating steel disc with aluminum bell
• Dimensions: 223×4.5mm (vs 225mm of the Panigale V4)
• Weight saving –0.2kg/-0.44lb vs Panigale V4’s rear disc

Did we mention Carbon EVERYWHERE

No Comprimise Whatsoever

Öhlins NPX 25/30 Carbon fork

Brand new race-grade suspension system

• Öhlins mechanically adjustable suspension system (-0.750kg v sPanigale V4)
• New Öhlins NPX 25/30 Carbon 43mm pressurised with outer tube made in carbon fibre, machined-from-solid aluminium fork bottoms and top/lower triple clamps
• New Öhlins TTX36 GP LW with spring made in lightweight special steel and equipped with MotoGP-derived hydraulic valves
• Suspension system is completed by Öhlins SD 20 mechanically adjustable steering damper and rear suspension tie rod (non-adjustable) made in titanium (-55% of weight saving vs the steel one of the Panigale V4)

Carbon fibre outer tubes by Öhlins

• The carbon fibre tubes make their world debut on a road-going motorcycle
• The tubes use multiple unidirectional carbon fibre layers, arranged to carry load efficiently in the primary stress directions without altering functional interfaces or suspension geometry.
• The tubes are fully made in carbon fibre (not simply coated)
• The upper/lower terminals and the aluminium interfaceson which are clamped the top and lower triple clamps are inserted by bonding
• The construction allows a -34% of weight reduction compared to conventional aluminium made tubes
• The Öhlins NPX 25/30 Carbon with lightweight bottoms allow a weight saving of –10% vs the front forks of the Panigale V4 (–8.5% Vs Panigale V4 R)
• The reduced tube weight contributes to a lower overall front suspension mass, supporting faster rider input response and improved handling characteristics

Öhlins TTX36 GP LW

Optimized lightweight steel spring by Öhlins

• The new Öhlins TTX36 GP LW features a spring made in lightweight special steel and is equipped with MotoGP-derived hydraulic valves
• This steel spring uses a high-tensile steel wire that allows to refine the spring geometry to reduce mass while maintaining the same functional performance and fatigue characteristics as a conventional steel spring
• The result is a weight reduction of -27% compared to a standard steel spring with same specifications
• The reduced spring mass supports both lower sprung and unsprung weight and contributes to improved suspension behaviour
• The MotoGP- derived hydraulic valves improve absorption of on-road bumps and ripples during the initial compression stage

Race Kit Included

.... And More

Racing kit and single additional equipment

Please be aware that any non-homologated supplied parts of the racing kit, if installed, will automatically violate compliance with traffic laws.

The racing kit reduces the weight to 167kg, and together with the Ducati Corse Performance Oil raises engine power to 247hp

The racing kit includes parts to setup the bike for track use, along with other additional components.
• Akrapovič full racing exhaust (DP), including DAVC Race Pro software
• Lower fairing in carbon fibre dedicated to DP  exhaust
• Ducati Data Logger (DDL) where available
• Open dry clutch in carbon fibre
• Protectors in carbon fibre: swing arm protector, generator cover protector
• Removing kits for lights , sidestand, mirrors and licence plate holder
• Milled aluminium fuel tank cap
• Brake lever guard
• Bike cover
• Neoprene racing seat
• Battery charge maintainer

Additional equipment includes

• Certificate of authenticity
• Dedicated front and rear paddock stands
• Dedicated garage mat

The Experience Of A Lifetime

A once in a lifetime chance

Unsurpassed excitement

Exclusive MotoGP experience

MotoGP Experience highlights

• Exclusive paid opportunity reserved to a limited number of Superleggera V4 clients
• Due to the logistical complexity, participation is limited to a maximum of 26 guests (priority to Centenario Tricolore clients)
• The program includes a day with the best Ducati instructors, a warm-up on the track to learn the secrets of the Superleggera V4 Centenario and a breath taking finale on the Desmosedici GP26.

€40,000 on top of the bike price.

On July 5-6, 2026, and on July 6-7, 2026, at Misano circuit

Preliminary admission criteria
• Age: between 25 and 60 years. A dedicated procedure for “over age” people (60-70 years)
• Biometric parameters: to meet biometric parameters provided by Ducati
• Driving licence: to have a valid driving licence without limitation