Adding another dimension to the company’s avant-garde belt on bicycles 2023, Ducati announced the continued development of “Fighting Formula” with the 2023 Ducati Streetfighter V4 and V4 S models, as well as the exclusive Streetfighter V4 SP2.
Launched in 2019 for the 2020 model yearThe Streetfighter V4, with its bold and minimalist aesthetic, featured by its Joker-inspired front end from the comic series, was hailed as setting new performance standards in the naked supersport segment.
Ducati says the 2023 Streetfighter V4 models push the “Formula Combat” concepts further, key elements of which are the stripped Panigale V4 cranks, tall and wide handlebars, and dry weight. 392 lb, 1,103cc Desmosedici Stradale making 208 hp at 13,000 rpm (with revised correction to accommodate the larger diameter of the silencer), two-bladed wings and an electronic package latest generation.
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But the body removal isn’t the only area where the new Streetfighter V4 fits into the 2023 Panigale V4.
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2023 Ducati Streetfighter V4 Electronics
The new Streetfighter implements the Electric Mode logic that was developed in the Ducati Panigale V4 and V4 S with modifications specific to the Desmosedici Stradale engine in the Streetfighter configuration. In addition to the previous High and Medium power modes, revised for 2023, two new power modes have been developed: Full and Low.
For the High and Medium power modes, a new throttle map management system has been developed with dedicated calibration for each of the six gears for optimal acceleration. New Full Power Mode allows engine full torque without electronic intervention except in 1st gear and Low Power Mode is designed for riding on low grip surfaces , which limits the car’s maximum output to 165 hp and provides a softer and more manageable throttle response.
The 2023 Streetfighter V4 also introduces a new “Wet Road” driving mode to make driving safer on low-traction surfaces. Standard equipment is upgraded with lithium-ion batteries for the S and SP2 versions (3.7 lb lighter than the previous version and already fitted on the Streetfighter V4 SP).
The console of Streetfighter V4 2023 also closely follows the next development which is Panigale V4. The graphics have been revised at all viewing angles, which Ducati says makes information simpler and allows the rider to make calibration adjustments more easily.
As on the Panigale V4, the gear indicator is displayed via an external green LED signal. The control panel offers a “Track Evo” display mode, which reproduces the layout used on the MotoGP Desmosedici and provides an immediate view of the most important information and the intervention of the electronic controls.
The 2023 Streetfighter V4 also features new EVO 2 Engine Brake Control (EBC) software, which is said to improve stability, accuracy, and orientation during braking and cornering. The software features a different gear-by-gear calibration on each of the three selectable levels. A new strategy was developed to optimize the amount of engine braking based on the load at the rear of the vehicle. During the first braking phase, when the rear tire is under load, the EBC EVO 2 provides less engine braking, increasing braking capacity as the driver approaches the center of the corner. This upgrade provides additional control using the engine brake in all driving conditions and reduces rear wheel locking during the most severe braking periods.
2023 Streetfighter V4 also implements a new strategy for Ducati Quick Shift (DQS) to improve the flexibility of shifting at each throttle opening, featuring strategies specific to two situations when the throttle is partially open or completely.
During partial throttle shifts, this strategy works through cutting down on injection and reducing ignition speed, making gearshifts smoother on the road. At full throttle, typical of track use, the DQS strategy is refined with the development of a torque-return stage, which is said to offer more bike stability and consistency. more consistent, thus reducing lap times.
Finally, the cooling fan control strategy sees the update now providing better operating temperature management and greater thermal comfort for the driver at typical road speeds.
2023 Ducati Streetfighter V4 Chassis and Ergonomics
On the new Streetfighter V4, the chassis also follows the evolution of the Panigale V4 family to offer enthusiasts improvements in stability, front-end feel and driving safety. The chassis consists of a Front Frame and a side swingarm, both aluminum, with 43mm NIX30 upside-down forks and mechanically adjustable TTX36 shock absorbers.
The Streetfighter V4 S’s semi-active Öhlins suspension also features a SmartEC 2.0 interface for increased flexibility and improved efficiency and setup time. In addition, the V4 S version has Marchesini forged aluminum wheels that help reduce weight without vibration compared to the standard V4 version.
Like on the Panigale V4, the Streetfighter V4 2023 swingarm swingarm is set 0.16 inches (4mm) higher, increasing anti-squatting for more stability, accuracy, and trajectory retention. in all acceleration situations.
The weight distribution also moves forward, loading it more and thus increasing accuracy and speed when cornering. Finally, ergonomics benefits from a new fuel tank layout, which resembles the shape of the Panigale V4 2022 and better supports the driver during braking and cornering. The wet weight of the Streetfighter V4 S 2022 is 435.4 lb (197.5 kg).
The new “front frame” and Desmosedici Stradale are exposed as much as possible, with minimal bodywork and clean lines for what Ducati says is a “clean, necessary combination”.
The Streetfighter V4 and V4 S models will be available at dealers in the US and Canada starting spring 2023. US prices for the Streetfighter V4 will start at $22,095 for the Streetfighter V4 in Ducati Red, with the Streetfighter V4 S starting at $27,595 in the Ducati Red and $27,795 in the new Gray/Nero color.
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2023 Ducati Streetfighter V4 SP2
To push the performance of the Streetfighter V4 2023 even further, Ducati is also introducing its flagship Streetfighter V4 SP2 model in a race-ready digital version.
On the Streetfighter V4 SP2, the Desmosedici Stradale is equipped with an STM-EVO SBK dry clutch, which Ducati says provides improved glide function, even in the most aggressive situations, and is smoother in all phases. “downshift”, which is essential for efficiency on the track when riding at the limit.
Öhlins’ suspension has received an update with springs and hydraulics similar to those of the Panigale V4. It features a carbon front fender and machined aluminum footpegs, which can be adjusted to increase the pitch angle and allow the driver to find the optimal position while driving, as well as a carbon clutch cover and cover. stop to remove the license plate holder. and mirrors for driving in strictly closed loops.
The Streetfighter V4 SP2 is equipped with a 5-spoke dual-spoke carbon rim, 3.1 lb (1.4 kg) lighter than the forged aluminum rim on the Streetfighter V4 S, contributing to a 26% reduction in moment of inertia at the front and 46% at the rear. rear, affecting the feeling of the vehicle when changing direction. Brembo Stylema R front brake calipers for high braking power and stable performance even in case of prolonged use on the track.
The Streetfighter V4 SP2 will also hit the market in Spring 2023 in Winter Test Edition, designed by Centro Stile Ducati, inspired by the Ducati Corse used in MotoGP’s pre-season tests. and WorldSBK Championships. The matte black bodywork, combined with the matte carbon finishes of the rims and wings, contrasts with the bright red accents and the brushed aluminum reservoir and side caps of the radiator. The vehicle’s forward gear is lasered on the handlebars. 2023 Streetfighter V4 SP2 starts at $37,995.
More information is available at Ducati website.
