luminox™- Posted March 10, 2021 Posted March 10, 2021 The Corona Covid-19 pandemic has not discouraged Ducati from releasing its new motorbike. Through a virtual launch, the Italian manufacturer launched the Ducati Streetfighter V4. According to the Streetfighter V4 launch schedule, it should be in Spain. As we know, the Italian government took the decision to stop all activities of its citizens due to the emergency condition of the Covid-19 outbreak. They are required to remain at home. Likewise with the country of Matador which closed its borders, so that no one entered or left the country. In the 21-minute video, there are three people speaking in front of the camera. The opening was carried out by Giulio Fabbri, Product Communication Manager of Ducati. First, he explained the reasons why this launch was carried out on social media. Next, explain a little about the latest naked bike from Ducati. Then Jeremy Faraud, Ducati Designer. He talked about the most advanced motorcycle designs ever made and what inspired his team when he created the Streetfighter. The man who had worked at Honda Europe also said that his driving sense and abilities were similar to the Panigale V4. Then there is Alessandro Valia as the Test Rider. Surely he gives an overview of the specifications from the technical point of view of the bare iron horse. Moreover, it has been tested on one of the circuits in the country of Pizza. According to him, Streetfighter has the same characteristics as the Panigale V4. Equally sophisticated and aerodynamic. The three of them made presentations in their respective homes. Before releasing Streetfighter V4 to the public, Giulio Malagoli, Product Marketing Director, once said that the concept of building this motorbike originated from the idea of making the fastest iron horse that can be used on tracks or open roads. "The Ducati Streetfighter V4 has a double soul, high performance on the track, remains good at the open road. Smooth engine performance at low revs and can be driven up to the heart beating fast," he said, quoted by Riders.drivemag. Seeing the design seems to combine an aggressive aura in luxury. The front is reminiscent of the Panigale V4. Minimalist form with full LED light technology, grinning like a “joker smile” in a comic character. The DRL design with the “V” model is a hallmark of the Ducati sports bike lineup. Rhino Power The fuel tank and tail line resembles a superbike. But the frame and engine designs are made to support the extraordinary appearance of the naked bike. Aerodynamic technical features such as extracting air inspired by Formula1 cars. It can be seen from the embedded biplane wings on each side of the fairing. If the Panigale V4 is equipped with a set of wings (monoplane winglets), the Streetfighter has two. That part was developed by the Ducati Corse aerodynamics team, which also took part in the design of the motorbike in MotoGP. It generates a downforce of 27 kg when traveling 270 kph. Ducati claims a downward thrust distribution of 44 lbs (20 kg) at the front and 18 lbs (8 kg) at the rear. The goal is to increase mechanical grip, reduce wheelie inclination, and add stability at high speeds, including the first moments of applying the brakes. The wings also increased airflow through the radiator and oil by 2 percent and 10 percent, respectively. It is said that the Streetfighter has a more relaxed and (slightly) more manageable style of driving than the Panigale V4. The wheelbase and swingarm are increased by 15 mm compared to the superbike model. The steering pin is increased by 2 mm, so the wheelbase reaches 1,488 mm. Able to increase capabilities in terms of stability. Its weight is only 180 kg (Streetfighter V4) and 178 kg (Streetfighter V4 S). It's not just design that is the main point. The 1,103 cc Desmosedici Stradale engine is also able to attract the attention of iron horse enthusiasts from all over the world. The maximum power generated reaches 208 Hp at 12,750 rpm, and the maximum torque is 123 Nm at 11,500 rpm. Its characteristics are similar to the Panigale V4. Output can increase if you order an Akrapovic exhaust. Recorded can produce 220 hp and reduce weight 6 kg.
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