2020 Ducati Panigale V2 Review

[@EpicMotorcycleAdventures]

Loved the “I went to the press test to see if I could high side it”. This is no ordinary high side. It’s an Al Fagan high side” 😂😂😂😎

[@Nexus-6]

Alastair Statham - Accept no substitutes.

[@MZ-bl6wg]

Epic Motorcycle Adventures I know right??? Was laughing so hard at how causal and serious he said it. Also not a whole lot a British Super Bike legends that have highsided a Ducati ina pro race. I absolutely LOVE that 44Teeth have an actual legend on staff with Chris, it shows in his laps and how fast Chris is improving so massively in his trCk riding. Can't beat the. A get either lol

[@angusmotorsports4715]

Always good to see 44t and Neevesy floggin' it.

[@Patriiiiick]

I'd love a 44T/Neeves crossover video.

[@brianglendenning1632]

So you passed Neeves in the pits by getting him to fist bump his throttle hand? Nice move!

[@AquaLoki]

Weird request, but i'd love to see a Q&A type with James/JHS/Fagan about their racing/business history.

[@supernotquiteman]

Cielo yes please!

[@c__walker__jr]

@@supernotquiteman Thirded.

[@martinfpss]

fourthed

[@dylanpaddison4247]

Fiffed

[@hubert1142]

sexed

[@ilpuntouk]

loved the mini race with Neeves!

[@zakelwe]

Fanny magnet. And the bike looks sexy too.

[@MrZ1000fam]

@Mike W nah its definitely gunna get you looks of the chicks haha

[@bboness713]

I'm in the U.S. does fanny mean pussy in proper American English?

[@ryadhasanahmed5443]

@@bboness713 "proper American English" 😂😂😂 good joke

[@andrewg4412]

I'm so sorry to say but you'll get nothing but men xD

[@steveevo91965]

Absolutely love the way Al gets all the minor details out in his reviews from the saddle & off the bike as well. This bloke can ride!

[@marcdavis2840]

"we do it proper at 44T' - Indeed you do 👍

[@jackgambino2687]

Ignored all other reviews waiting for this and you didnt let me down. Good show

[@mikyGTT]

44teeth - 1 MCN - 1 Bloody Neevesy !

[@martinfpss]

Al delivers the goods with easily the best review of the V2!!! Loved the battle with Neevesy who was clearly trying and great to hear of all the small tweeks that have really made a difference that get glossed over in other reviews. The points Al makes at the end about people being faster on one of these than most litre bikes is spot on and would love to see him do a whole video on the subject. SuperSports improved my riding no end, especially on track and owning a 90s Kwaka 600 was the best investment I ever made in my riding. Truth be told, even today I'd take the V2 over the V4... you can ride them harder for longer and the smaller bikes when well built reward good riding far more than simply relying on HP on the straights to make up for your crappy braking and corner speeds.

[@MZ-bl6wg]

Man Statham! that lap around 10;46 chasing the MCN guy was epic!!! Love it!!

[@Treizez34]

it astounds me that we can say someone can "step down" to this bike. I mean this is top liter bike power from only 4-5 years ago. The fact that we have 200bhp+ monsters now is insane (but then again, they can only be reigned in with Electronics nowadays...)

[@brianbelcher7279]

Yeah 155 is more than the r1 had in 98 and that was the best all around superbike... Annnddd it was four cylinders. This twin will have more brutal torque down low and still puts out more peak HP. It's fast enough... For ANYBODY on the streets. when I get one and someone asks me "how fast is it?" That's gonna be my answer... "Fast enough ..."

[@will_hyde]

"Must stay off these kerbs" takes the corner right out to the kerb 😳

[@SerPurple51]

Will Hyde he didn't actually touch the kerb though.

[@Invis_Space]

How’d you get that 44 logo 😂

[@will_hyde]

@@Invis_Space be a 44teeth member 💪 @44teeth

[@Invis_Space]

Will Hyde ooooooooh got it 🙊

[@sivvinod3187]

@@Invis_Space money money money

[@acepantstibs1587]

Now.... I don't want to sound like some Fagan-Fanboi scrote, but fact is this is the best review of this bike out there. Packed with actual information, delivered in a genuine manner. I'm having a wobble about "test riding" one tomorrow (with proper social distancing measures, naturally), and my WIFE, who HATES motorbikes, thinks it's a good idea to get it.... which can only mean there's some decorating in my immediate future..... Still, thanks for the proper review Al.

[@wolfurine]

Great review & great defensive leg by Neevesy @ 9:55 😂👍

[@barbieandbellaadventuresby9134]

Wolf uR1ne Pure class Neevsey, just sticking the leg out to make it clear that he wanted no one slipping it down the inside. Sensible safe riding. 👍😎

[@mikef1411]

I thought that was Haslam for a second 🤭

[@macstheking]

I can’t help but find it a little funny they’re calling it a V2 now when they always insisted before it was an L-twin

[@identiticrisis]

Even funnier to think about all the know-nothings who used to regurgitate that wank 'til they were frothing at the mouth.

[@rsajay6256]

LOL Yeah, marketing blah blah

[@LambChopRides]

Enjoyed that sir, looking forward to trying one myself soon 👍👍

[@callsigncrusader9877]

I think this is proper nice bike

[@MZ-bl6wg]

Lamb Chop Rides excited to see that too chops! Also question, thought of you at the announcement of the new v4 Streetfighters info. Knowing how much u love the SDR and Tuono Factory ,..how about a 234 hp v4 Ducati. Hypernaked with the absolute best components on earth with competition superbike power? Couldn't believe it . Already waiting for your review on it!

[@callsigncrusader9877]

@@MZ-bl6wgsir i waiting as well 👍 because it's something special about it

[@mattiadallapozza5619]

Yes please Chops, if you can tell us how she behaves on the road it will be brilliant!

[@rameezkhan3932]

I think for the price range it should be compared to the zx10r and gsxr 1000 as all around 15k

[@jackjones8552]

That green light on the clocks would drive me barmy "oh i'm in neutral" in peripheral vision constantly

[@MegaTechpc]

What light is that?

[@joeridestrijcker445]

@@MegaTechpc maybe the DRL indicator light?

[@konno2915]

@@MegaTechpc it shows if the daytime running light is on or your low beam

[@redliner9995]

Real world bike real world review.. thanks for the distinct lack of BS as ever 💪🏼

[@danielwride8143]

Waited my whole life for a top gear for bikes, think this is it ♥️

[@nitinb3758]

Haven't ridden it myself, but seems like Ducati have knocked it out of the park with the V2. Great stuff!

[@OtisENGINEuity]

Just to put it into perspective, when Fagan starts getting loose/wobbly at 240kph that's 150mph, he topped out at 250ish kph.

[@dirtrida274]

Have Baron take it through London.....that would be a good review! I need a good swear filled rant.

[@rento1973]

Some of the most thrilling on-board laps you’ve ever posted. What a bike.

[@louiebsides]

Love how uses always get into it with neeves on the track races battles. I always hope for them at every launch now 😂🙈

[@roberthall1437]

What a sound this bike makes,it's like a classical orchestra going flat out. Al,great review,glad you enjoyed yourself.

[@Englishbikerdan]

"2mm makes a massive difference". Amen brother. Great review!

[@EcoboostTED]

EnglishBikerDan English “it really tickles my pickle” BikerDan....🤦‍♂️Only you Sir. From across the pond, Ride safe brother~

[@majoy-osterlundfreeman5425]

I have been on motorcycles from 1970 and have been racing, building and testing bikes and been reading thousands of bike test But Never have I been so impressed as of Your tests, you are really really good at what ya do there....Just keep up the great work and fun work 👍

[@Twinpot1962]

Like a Bulldog at Crufts, you ain’t the prettiest puppy on the block, but by eck, you’ve got serious pedigree. You made that bike look so incredibly easy to ride. Another great vlog 👍

[@DonnieDesmo]

Better cornering is exactly what I would be looking for with this one compared to the 899/959. Thanks for the info!

[@sproggitsdadsgarage8525]

Quality review and a bit of excitement seeing you have a little race with Mr Neeves! 😁

[@troytempestuk99]

Finally, I've been waiting for this for ages

[@ampassionstruck9138]

....since the takeover by Audi , ducati is now producing not only super sexy italian art on wheels but also very reliable and high quality bikes like the japanese ones !!😍😍😘😘...best time to be a ducatista !!👍👍

[@weeeewu]

What is going on there around 6:08? Rev limiter kicks in at 6k?

[@1956colinb]

Great review Al👍 To me, this V2 is now the pick of the bunch from Ducati, enough power, fantastic handling and drop dead good looks 😍! Most people probably wouldn’t go any faster on a V4, could possibly be slower? I’d rather have this than the V4 , “now with added wings “ ....sounds like a Tena Lady advert!! 😂😂 Besides I’d feel a bit of a nob having a little bimble out for a scone with those black placky wings tacked on the fairing sides, detracts from the V4 rather than adds to it 🤔

[@pravesh736]

Function over form my boy. Given one is skilled enough V4 is faster obviously. But for most noobs that want the red hot Ducati this v2 is fine.

[@matthewstrange3778]

I've just tried the V2 today, prefer the 959 for road use

[@MeowyBrigade]

@@matthewstrange3778 May I ask you why, and where do you often ride on the road?

[@matthewstrange3778]

@@MeowyBrigade the v2 fueling isn't very nice around town and slow speed riding, I ride all conditions and pretty much every type of road bar trail or bridleways. It's a nice track bike but the 959 would be easier to live with on the road, more comfortable too as the geometry is a little more forgiving than the V2

[@MeowyBrigade]

@@matthewstrange3778 Your experience is much appreciated, fellow youtuber :D

[@Lar308]

I was all set to get a new BMW S1000RR M package but with all the negativity about production and quality issues I am more inclined now to opt for the V2.

[@Tom-zu9ge]

I need that bike in my life so bad...

[@Desmotwin]

Been waiting for the 44t review since I saw the various reviews start to pop up. Great job and good on ya for taking it out in the wet. Looks like it's finally time to replace the 848 track toy. Cheers boys

[@keyboarddancers7751]

Amazing bike. It can easily crack 150 mph/250 kph in very few seconds and it handles like a goddess. If you purchased one of these bikes, you would literally be wasting all of your money unless you took it on the track at least once every month. Beautiful machine.

[@callsigncrusader9877]

My wife is doubting me She said you make weird children like noises while watching 44t videos

[@zepenance9571]

I loved my 959. I have a v4s but i really do miss my 959. I might pick up a v2 for my first track day lessons.

[@googleserious]

Got one of these myself and love it to bits but bit confused at to why, when it was dry at the beginning of the session it was left in sport mode on the track. Race mode is so much better but maybe they weren’t allowed to use it.

[@TheCraigrenard]

If you can't afford the V2, could you make a few little tweaks to a second hand 959, ie, raise the rear ride height a touch to make it worth while..?

[@fakeplastictrees13]

You guys have been cranking out so much content recently--mega!

[@killakam368]

Statham lookin THICCCC in them leathers 😂😂

[@ghlibisk67]

Statham? More like Stathog 🐷

[@vishwav20]

Ok, after checking out your contents and quality of reviews I had to subscribe! Please keep it this real and raw!

[@lisasiemens6364]

Best Review of the V2 out there. I want one ☝🏻

[@ragerider6283]

Great bike & review. Would have this over the V4 any day. Same reason I picked a GSXR750 over a thousand.

[@MrZ1000fam]

Yeah I hear that I had a k7 gsxr 750 now I have ducati 1198, but for me I just love POWEERRR HAHA

[@Adam-ql1vz]

Jack Carey I tried an 1198s and bought an 848evo. Bigger one scared the shit out of me, the 848evo felt perfect.

[@iCGreen_]

Im holding onto my k7 GSXR750. Its the last great analog bike. Plan on buying fresh plastics after this season.

[@frankymacf]

Collecting my V2 tomorrow! Just rewatching this review before I part with my hard earned cash! Can not wait.

[@Spikycloud]

What's it like?

[@frankymacf]

@@Spikycloud Tremendous. It’s only my second bike (and my first proper sports bike) but I’ve had it round my local track a bunch of times and Silverstone GP too. A few niggles (battery / alarm) at the start which needed some dealer warranty work to resolve but it’s a great yoke altogether.

[@paule5812]

Great ride Al good to see you had the chance to ride it on dry and wet conditions

[@goat6986]

"Lower capacity Bikes" - 955cc okay

[@Cataclysm1]

Goat I mean, it’s a Vtwin so yeah, that’s “lower” potential than a comparable 1000cc 4cyl.

[@identiticrisis]

@@Cataclysm1 Exactly. More like the old 750 formula from years ago. In which the 916s were pretty successful overbored to 955 cc...

[@G100666]

WTF? 955 is now a low capacity bike? (Said the idiot riding a Hayabusa)

[@MrZ1000fam]

Hahaa

[@andrewg4412]

It's got half the cylinders of 90% of twins, so the power is about 25% less, hitting the power more of the GSXR750 etc

[@fzswede9533]

Love this type of vid guys. Info, beautiful footage and even riding in the rain. Keep it up !😀👍🏻

[@theincrediblesulk5543]

9:52 best bit Alastair Vs Neevesy epic stuff, michael is a fast chappy. Would be awesome to have Neevesy as a guest on 44teeth three way budget bike battle race 🔥

[@zix_zix_zix]

Yes, it would be. But I don't think it is feasible.

[@baughurst1]

"To see if I can high side it" spat my cornflakes out 😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@pieterpotgieter47]

full of confidence Al very good to see!. Bike sounds a bit pedestrian but goes well and looks very sharp!. Big props for having a go with Michael!. Totally agree with you about learning technique on smaller bikes!.

[@noutubenamesleft]

Ffs I was planning on keeping my Daytona for the 2020 track season and this video has pissed all over that plan.

[@tophookhighroll1149]

Just watched another moto vlogger take that same bike around a track... you sir, mr. Fagan, are a beast

[@Nassen0f]

Ive gone from 848 and upgraded to 1098. I bet when i get my next trackbike, it will be a V2. I just love the "smaller" bikes that ducati make. For people that cant afford the brand new largest horsepower bikes, they are the most fun for the price you can have.

[@identiticrisis]

The baby Ducs have always had a cult following, purely because they were more accessible - not just in terms of price, but also the performance. Very rewarding I should think.

[@Kevin-vg5uw]

This channel is so good I liked the video before it started playing, the content has formed this habit.

[@danc830]

Hi 44 teeth! Great review on the v2 guys.i saw this at motorcycle live sataday and it's a beauty.well ridden AL👍

[@danc830]

Thanks guys! ur channel it's the best biking channel on KZbin I always look forward to watching what you lads get up to🤟 have a beer on me🍻

[@91scalloped]

I’d love to see you, Fagan, race a stock v4 vs a v2 with an Akra Provich and filter system. I think you could get within a half second maybe equal if given enough time.

[@jamest5149]

Wish they did a V2S with the electronics package of the V4S, needs the electronic suspension and more shiny stuff, I would buy one.

[@greggan100]

Loved the battle with MCN. I had v2 years ago lol. Done full swing arm conversion and tft dash on my 899 in 2017. Videos on my channel 1st in UK at the time. Great review as always👌🙂

[@MrPhilipcarter]

I have a question, this or the S1000RR as a road bike? I've had my GSX-R1000 K9 from new and wondering if it's time to upgrade to something with the safety net of ABS. I don't really go on track, so more interested in torque/mid range and ease of having fun on the road. Or should I be heading down a different route entirely (Tuono, for example)?

[@akmt9114]

Former K9 1K guy here as well. See that MT-10 for my profile pic? It's there for a reason. Bike is an absolute riot and puts a huge smile on my face every time I ride it. Tourque/mid range for days and much cheaper than a Tuono. Comfort and fun factor will make you forget all abut sportsbikes, trust me.

[@stephenmcqueen4029]

Note the clock at the end of pit lane, let you go at 09.55!

[@kiwiabroad8390]

The ‘baby Panigale is all you’ll ever need.’ This baby won’t soil itself or throw a tantrum like the other kind, and is also a damn sight cheaper and faster.

[@pulpfiction3371]

This is honestly such a good review, big ups to fagan and Chris for putting out such good content👌

[@LordKietsu]

Pic at the start is BRILLIANT! "It was at this moment, Stathem knew, he fucked up!" XD

[@scottanderson4175]

I’ve never really been a Ducati nut but if I ever hit the lottery I would buy one of these just to try it out in the mountains and on the track🥂

[@electric_boogaloo496]

Is its sorely missing the shift lights from the 899. Very fun to upshift it just right with the peaky engine down a straight.

[@scandimc]

I´ve never clicked so fast on a video

[@barbieandbellaadventuresby9134]

Nice review Al. Is the new V2 as nut roasting as the 959?🔥.

[@FortyFourTeeth]

Yep!

[@robertsole9970]

I picked up a 3000 mile 2017 1299S with the full Corse exhaust system with upmap and the other goodies for 17, 500. New tires too. V2 is nice, but pay a bit more and get the 1299S used.

[@MustafarRecRoom]

I have, and love, my ‘18 959.....but I may have to trade it in for this V2. This thing is seeeexxxxy.

[@ch1c0h]

Lord Vader plan to trade my 848 Evo in for one. 😎

[@johndoug4794]

Love that bout you put up with Neevsy bummer red was raised and it rained also.

[@matthewinsydneyful]

A Ducati V2 Street fighter S, that is not over priced, more raw and animal than its new bigger brother, if ever made might just be a sales and riding winner in my books.Up against the Triumph Street 765, KTM 790, MV Brutale, what a battle that would be👊✊

[@EcoboostTED]

Matthew O Preach brotha Yes, yes and more YES. Take my money

[@justanothernoobe]

so it's good on the track … wadda ya reckon for on-street though? Or how about for commuting? (ok … it's never gonna be a commuter … but is it manageable for say 45-60 minutes of fun nipping through the traffic?) Or the occasional weekend road-trip or café-run?

[@jhstony]

Was that the beautiful Michael Neeves from MCN you were dicing with before the rain 🌧 came? Lovely man

[@westend2597]

Electronics and revised lump dropped in the supersport would be interesting, the SS is a sweet handler too

[@themorganator]

I can't get over how composed this bike looks! It looks like just about anyone could jump on it and go fast! It doesn't appear to shake its arse or get out of shape on breaking and it's immensely more appealing than its big brother. I'll own one at some point (fingers crossed!)

[@kurtbartsch8909]

Good choice! 👍🤞

[@giddiorton]

Loved the Stath' voice over at the beginning..

[@khawajadotd]

I thought you really liked the handling of the 959? That's what you said in your review 3 years ago. You mentioned the lean angle issue, but other than that I didnt get the impression that you thought it was "agricultural" back then. What changed?

[@FortyFourTeeth]

Times have changed, things move on. That was 3 years ago

[@beetleything1864]

You said you loved me. 3 years ago 😵‍💫

[@takkubell]

Was that neevseys ?

[@villea1841]

Compleatly different bikes but can't decide which one I want. The Panigale V2 or the Duke 890R. Sadly can't afford to get both.

[@adamstratford6740]

Fantastic review Al 👏👏👏 im really liking these very positive early reviews ive saw on this Panigale V2 like you said this is more of a usable real world superbike than its big bro V4 and definitely a bike id consider after I’m done with my RSV4 RR!! 👍🏻

[@nachoridesbikes]

sexy bike, the vibrations on the front bake reservoir throws me off a bit tho

[@stizzygrayson5541]

Incredible review. You’re getting bloody good at this mate.

[@trque0fthedevil]

V4 looks, V twin sound track, 160hp and decent electronics.... what else could anyone possibly want?!? Snells here I come!

[@pravesh736]

A little class 😂

[@thomash5390]

How was the heat coming off the engine - typical Ducati? Thx - great vid.

[@frankymacf]

Important question. Hopefully 44T gets a V2 to do a road test soon.

[@Tefloncoated]

I'm sure with a bit of suspension fiddling this would surprise so many big bikes on track. Just needs a pipe?

[@mrgreen9388]

There isn't a better motorcycle journalist for the job of reviewing this bike.👌

[@amancalledjames9345]

Good review...I want one even more now. I enjoy 44 vids, and good to see you still know how to do proper reviews. Would like to see more of them, and there being two of you, there’s a niche there for comparison vids. I’ll let you know where to send my royalty cheques 😁

[@narendrashivashankar8510]

Hi, in your opinion which bike would be a better one - between 2020 V2 panigale & S1000rr Pro, in terms of riding comfort, performance & overall experience of having one of these. Only for Street use & no track days. Thanks in advance.

[@damienwood1414]

Those lean angles are sick

[@parko1965]

Was that Neevesy in front?

[@mrmando69]

Great vid, best review yet 👍

[@space.youtube]

So what's better value, a used base model 1199 or this?

[@Unclefacts]

"Mate, what the hell are you staying at?" "Hereth"

[@Showmetheevidence-]

Around 10:00... you basically trolling MCN on track? Lol!

[@rahgahnah]

atta boy Fagan, can tell you really loved this bike. Great review!