'slipping over their own fanny batter' is not a phrase I thought I was gonna hear today

Love your vids boys. I've just turned 60, still got my own hips and knees, just had 1st service on Panigale V4S, lovin' it, lovin' it. For old man comfort I get on the Monster and for old school pain I get on the 996 - what a difference 20 yrs makes. Keep the vids coming.

Chris: Bloody UK roads are shit. Also Chris: Bugger, they've closed the road to fix it.

Likely a question I will never have to ask myself.

Recently traded my V4S Panigale for the Streetfighter. They are very different bikes. The Panigale was really just too fast too enjoy on the street. As a sport bike it was very easy to ride, you just can’t appreciate that much power unless you’re at a track. The Streetfighter is in a very different state of tune that allows you to use much more of the engine (I think the punch is still there, just not so in your face), is remarkably comfortable and yet seems to retain all the agility of it’s race focused relative. As a rider who might be lucky enough for a couple of track days a year, the Streetfighter has been a much better choice. Don’t think I’ve loved another bike a much as my Streetfighter. But both are simply amazing however, and it’s hard to beat the beauty of the Panigale.

Had a 1299 for four years after a succesion of Italian Sportbikes. Lovely ownwership experience and a great bike I spent a small fortune on in aftermarket parts, but I tested the V4 Pani' (even faster, even easier) and just came to the conclusion that Superbikes (or Superbike engined naked's) are an irrelevance to ride on the road now. Superb machines and I love them all, but trying to get a buzz on them on the road is going to end badly one way or another in the end. My saving grace was an out of character test of the Hyper' 950....WOW.... it was like going back 25 years, massive fun and hooning, but not Pani' warp speed, did some research and saw the 44Teeth review of the 950 and changed the 1299 for a 950 SP the next day. Keep it right side up kids......from an old git who can't hack it anymore :-)

Can't wait for a supernaked comparison video. Superduke v Streetfighter v Tuono

Not ridden the Pani yet but enjoyed the Streetfighte, but for me ultimate naked for the road is the Superduke!

Got my SFV4S last week. My first Ducati, and non "race" bike. At 53, my back and arms (and arse) didn't want to ride longer than 25 minutes on a race bike anymore. The SFV4S is a revelation. Comfortable, super fast, very flick-able, and I will know how good it is around the Nurburgring next week! Panigale does look super sexy though!

I loves a Ducati me - shame I've nowhere near enough riding skill to really appreciate the nuances, so taking your word for the riding subtleties chaps, doesn't stop me looking forward to having a go on these puppies sometime soon though! Thanks for a great vid....and a reminder of what sunshine looks like....

Really great review of these two amazing bikes!! Keep up the video boys been highlight of my day watching 🙏

Lads I'd love to see you guys do a video on what's best for the road when it comes to real world fun bikes... I'll use the Yamahas as an example... is it the "lower" power (with spec'd up suspension etc) MT07... is it the middleweight MT09 or is it the supernaked MT10... which is really most fun in the real world? You could apply the same logic to the KTMs, Triumphs, Kawasakis etc etc

I’m looking forward to seeing the quote in the Panigale advert “44 Teeth - Rampant Slag” LOL

One thing is for sure the next 21 minutes Is going to be awesome thank you very much for new video keep up the good work boys love you. Stay safe

Just traded my 2018 Panigale for the Streetfighter. Absolutely agree with all your points. The road handling of the Streetfighter is sublime. So although I love the looks of the Panigale, the punt I took on ordering the Streetfighter in November has paid off. For the road it is just about perfect. Off to do some more running in...

By far the best bike reviews. I see these bikes all over the Angeles Crest in LA, but this is where I get the big picture.

Another awesome review guys, I'm v. tempted to chop my Superduke in for the new Streetfighter....and then I watch your review of the new Superduke....and then I watch your review of the Tuono....I then I watch some random northerner wash a bike while Chris eats an ice cream to take my mind off the decision! Best content on KZfaq, period.

I rode the Streetfighter V4S with the full Akrapovic race system and it changed the bike enormously and made it ballistic like you mentioned it might be missing. It doesn’t need to rev as high as it does it feels insane to rev out

Another top video, thank you gents. I'm looking forward to seeing the bikes in action at the mega test.

"Slipping over their own fanny batter to get on" OMG :D

All the subtle lil jokes and edits are what make this channel so special.

Just the best show on youtube. Bloody love it old boys. The Ducati V4 sound OMFG. Keep the show going. :).

Great to see you guys back On it 🤙🏼🤙🏼

Brilliantly reviewed, great vid lads.

Excellent video and sound quality, you guys are really doing a pro' job now. Well done. As usual an amusing and enjoyable vid'. Keep it up.

Went from a blade to a Tuono, loved it but had to go back to a sports bike.(s1000rr) I missed the "race" riding position. But wish I had both. I think both is the answer here.

Absolutely Love the review and Channel, Keep Rockin It you Guys !!! Your totally right Ducati Riders are Super Loyal just like there Mechanic’s.

Another great video from 44 teeth 😊😊

Worth noting... the guy (Dave Moss Tuning) who setup my suspension on my Streetfighter V4S informed me that the Streetfighter has the Panigale V4R front forks which to him was a big deal and a real advantage over the Panigale V4S forks. I don't remember the technical reasons of what made the R forks so much better but he was happy about that. FYI. Cool review of the two bikes. Thanks guys.

Due to the bodyposition and the following vindresistance and weightdistrubution nakeds usually gets a bit light in the front wich actually means that the SFV4 benefits more off the wings than maybe the panigale in high speeds.

A month ago I did the same test myself as I decided it was time after 8 years to change my Panigale 1199S for a new one. I did the back to back on Snell’s two V4’s and came to the conclusion that for the road the Panigale needed the sprockets changed to the same gearing as the Streetfighter. My decision was to get the Streetfighter V4S, however I then got distracted by a new V4R and bought that. However on a back to back I have to agree with you that the Streetfighter is the much better road bike, and one hell of a bike all together. Now the next interesting test, on the road, testing the 2020 Panigale V4S against the V4R...!

Fair play, after all this time I would have grown tired about the David Walliams sound alike thing, but he’s still rocking it. Well done.

Great vid and what amazing machines both...!! However if there was a Streetfighter V4 with a bit of fairing to keep the wind and weather off I'd go for that...

Short answer: BOTH

I was also wondering....but now I know. Thanks for doing the work boys

I love my 19 V4 s, to me (but I ride every day) find it very comfortable. Love the video

Streetfighter riding position is way better for the street. I had a supersport once and it made no sense unless you’re on a track. This is why naked bikes are so popular.

Neither.... Im poor and stuck with a poor man's bike 😂😂

Panigale all the way!! Italian flair :) Love the videos guys. Greetings from the Netherlands.

Ha, ha, so 23 seconds in and we already know that a Bristolian doing an Italian accent sounds Irish... Ace!

You guys are unbeatable.

More comparison videos please chaps! As someone who has just bought a GSA1250, and said i never would, whilst also having a S1000RR in the garage, i am slowly leaning towards upright and naked's for our roads. Productions like this give substance to decision making - especially 11:20.

I'll save people some time. If you ride primarily on the track, Panigale. If you ride primarily on the street, Streetfighter (hint...it's literally in the name)

Great review! Love my 2020 Panigale V4 - no issues and have approximately 2k miles so far. Selected it over the Streetfighter due to looks/preference for race bikes over the standard supernaked models. It definitely feels more subdued compared to my 1198, but love the improvement in cornering and power in upper RPMs. Love them both! I will however be adding the Akra system to V4 "get back" some of that angry attitude though! By the way, you can buy straight from Ducati an option that removes the Panigale wings and replaces them with a "red insert" (I actually like mine as is and will keep the wings).

Great comparison video boys

Frame geometry is identical meaning both bikes have the same frame casting with respect to the steering, however, the rake angle is 2 degrees different - this is done with a frame insert to change the head angle. The SF has more rake. I have confirmed this visually with part numbers and measured both bikes with a digital angle finder.

Great video guy, you can’t do better than a couple of Italian beauty’s.

Saving up the pennies and ill be getting a v4 panigale myself soon 😁

Fagan's landing strip is the perfect artistic inverse of these bikes ;)

Great review, another level to all the other reviews - Al losing his fillings on that country road made my mind up.......but I would lean towards a V4 MTS

Bloody top vid guys.... enjoyed that muchly, thanks!

Judging by your highly regarded opinions, I would definitely go for the Streetfighter V4S. I love the way it sits there minding it own business. At first, I was intimidated by the numbers. However, after listening to you guys, I feel confident that I could tour with it. Enjoy it. Rev its pants off when I want and be content with its wings. Being half Italian myself, I guess it's fitting that its more tame than the Panigale V4S. I guess you have to be full blooded Italian for that machine. Sorry, just being a bit of a sausage there. Thanks for the comparison gentleman. Much love from Pittsburgh PA! Cheers!

Thanks again for a top vid - just needed a wee "...and now Mossy's verdict" at the end 😆 I would say just get the V2 instead but just had a look and prices start at £15,295!!! 😲

I own a 19 V4S and I do prefer the bike without the wings. For the people that don’t like the wings, just buy an earlier model. I know there are a few computer and mechanical features that differentiate the older v4s and the new but not enough if one doesn’t like the wings. Honestly, the wings are there for the very top of the line guys needing every tiny advantage possible in a race. I beat a guy on a brand new winged v4s like he owed me money whilst riding my V4S without wings. It it comes down to the driver’s talent and the little things a bike can give to help the rider win a race. In the case of weekend warriors, it just isn’t going to make two cents difference. Fastest bike in the world or not, the Ducati V4S is just a beautiful and amazing piece of machinery. I found myself on an open highway late at night coming back from a big event and McLaren P1 rolls up on me and we both just went balls out. Now that was a blast. So rather I am on an auto Cross track, drag racing, or just cruising, the Ducati’s are just outstandingly remarkable and beautiful machines.

I will wait for a multistrada with the v4 engine! Amazing vid and the editing is superb 👌

Love coming back and playing this video to sleep and dream with Ducati’s

Great review as always guys, I would like to see a multistrada vs S1000 XR review if possible please

Top quality as always. It has to be the panigale for the pure trouser tentage

I can't get enough of Al's mane lol you guys are pumping out videos rn, keep it up! 4:50 u went by loomies, i need to stand watch on that corner so I can gaze my eyes upon your magnificence lmao 21:00 "130 on the road you'd be dead or arrested" me on my 650: () (only do it on empty (closed course proffessional stunting) motorways in straights pls don't hate)

I can't afford anyone among those two,😅 but still love to watch these beauties ♥️

So much content guys!

great video guys !!

Well done, fellas. As a fan/owner of the Monster series, unfortunately, they're not all day friendly to ride. Would be nice to see a 959 version of a Streetfighter. Would make it much more accessible from a price perspective and not everyone needs, or wants 200+ HP. Keep up the great work....

streetfighter alday for me , nice upload lads

I wish I had Panigale money haha. Im really keen on a Ducati down the track but the Monster 821 or Supersport S is the price range I feel comfortable with.

Ha! Funny. I've been looking forward to this test, and I agree with everything you both say. But more with Chris. I couldn't go past those looks. Having said that I have a 959 Corse because it has the looks and usable thrashability...

I agree with the wings option in having them or not having them.

Love your content

Brilliant video - but I'm still getting an MV Agusta when its time for a change.

Street fighter with a touring and I’m good to go , oh and money 💰 😂

As a bit older ripper that naked bike is hands down my choice. No need for fairings etc as I don't race. Naked bikes do track days very well also. Great review boys...

I would go for the Panigale. I don't have time to do long trip on Streetfighter anyway. And on track days the Panigale would do better in term of wind protection.

In Quebec Canada the registrations (license plates) are cheaper on a naked bike and with the rough roads we have here the Streetfighter is a win win. Both are great bikes, Im VW/Audi bias

Got to love the A272, see you on it tonight 🤪

Very fair entertaining review. Haven't heard the term fanny batter for about 20 years & it genuinely made me lol Meanwhile back at the bikes, it would be interesting to see where the 5k's gone as I reckon there's a chance, somewhat pointlessly, that you could turn the Streetfighter in to the race bike for less. Maybe.

The wings are not for down force, they are there so you have somewhere to put your sausage roll / pastie / chips when you stop for luncheon.

Great review Gents. I would take option number 3. Panigale V2

I wouldn’t buy either bike until Ducati adds the unbridled RACE-A- mode from the Superleggera which eliminates the rubbish torque nanny-ing.

Wings on a superbike you might take to the track, OK makes a bit of sense... Wings on a naked bike is ridiculous, IMO. I agree with Chris, it would look a lot nicer without them.

Just looking at the panigale and thats all the reason to choose it for me

So that’s a ‘definite maybe’....let’s face it no one ever bought a Panigale for comfort. Loving the depth of field you could be miniature scale models #tilt shift

Great video Gents.

Just done a two day trip around Germany, Czech and Poland with a Panigale 4v and Tuono, on the autobahn the Panigale was more comfortable at (very) high speed, everywhere else the Tuono was more comfortable. The Tuono was faster on the roads we didn't know because of the higher riding position and the wider bars which made changing lines midway round a corner an option you don't get with a Panigale which holds a line beautifully on track but needs too much commitment to go fast on the road when the Tuono can be slung into a corner and then picked up and slung in a second time or just tightened up without any dramas so it was much more confidence inspiring. My vote for best street bike would be an RSV4 1100 with modified race fairing (to save neck muscles) and Tuono top yoke to take the Tuono bars, similar to the Pikes Peak Tuono. Money waiting if Aprilia are interested and can resist the urge to do the reducing torque thing Ducati ruined the Streetfighter with. And for gods sake buy the switchgear from the same place as Ducati and put some decent paint on it.

My financial advisor says "None of them..."

informational and lovely video

Great review. Not a fan of the wings personally but I'd happily swap my multi and 848 for these... Just have to do that bank job first.

"Fanny batter", you guys crack me up 😂😂👍🏻

Nice job guys! Since I’m a naked rider 🤔, I’m wondering how the street fighter would behave as a touring bike. Including bags etc. Would be nice if you can me a video about that.

I've always stuck with naked bikes because I like to go on long rides (4+ hours). I rode on my friends R6 and my back was done after an hour.

Great video as ever, chaps. The overall impression is that these bikes are lovely, but utterly pointless on the road. I'd rather have a 750 twin that you can enjoy using most of, rather than be shortshifting around 90% of the time.

I'm going to have to stop watching these vids, I'll be spending most of tomorrow figuring out what I need to do to buy a Street fighter now....starting to get expensive......great content again fellas!

Would love to see a sport bike comparison that isn’t track or road, but rather road and 5-6 track days per year. What’s the best compromise for fun, forget lap times, and include sport snd streetfighter styles.

First part of the video, already speeding. Standard!

the beep at the girls gave you the thumbs up haha

Best thing I’ve ever seen ! ✌️✊️

I agree with what they said, I would prefer the street fighter without the wings. It’s too busy. I may still get one.

I hope both these bikes sell like crazy. Mainly so I can sell my 1199 and get a deal on a used one.

You said in the review of the Z1000SX that the fairing made for a more confident front end feel over its fully naked cousin. Those 28 kg at 130 mph from the wings would be 6 kg at 60 mph. Same difference.

20:50 "if you're doing 130 on the road, you're either gonna be dead, or arrested" That's the speed at which we ride in Mexico 😎 (on 1000cc+ superbikes and when the road conditions allows it)

Neither. I went with the 2019 V4S because o liked it more. The 2020 fairings roasted my legs on the street and... it was more tame but i didn't want tame. Also i bought 2020 set of fairings for when im at the track. The wings really do help at 100+. But the previous fairings feel leagues better on the street imo.