One of the fastest motorcycles in the world has arrived in Lithuania: a custom-made Ducati – AINA
The doors of the first “Ducati” showroom in Lithuania, sometimes called the “Ferrari” of the motorcycle world, immediately attracted the attention of visitors to this brand. One of the more special events is an exclusive, custom-made motorcycle, named one of the fastest in the world, that reached Lithuania.
Tomas Grigonis, Ducati brand manager, says that the Panigale V4S SP2 motorcycle is a special purchase.
“The production of this model is limited and starts only when a specific customer appears. The entire motorcycle is assembled by hand in Italy, and its features are very close to the model used in the MotoGP races, – says T. Grigonis and compares: – Their lap times differ by only one second.”
It’s special and not only that: the Panigale model is already called one of the fastest in the world, and the V4S SP2 version is even more refined and has more exclusive features. The motorcycle is powered by a 1.1-liter V-shaped four-cylinder engine exclusive to this manufacturer.
“Its higher power is 228 hp. Light carbon fiber wheels weighing only 2.5 kg are installed. The bike weighs 168 kg, so the power-to-weight ratio is also exceptional: 1 kg corresponds to about 1.35 hp. The numbers speak for themselves,” he says in words.
Engineers used their accumulated knowledge to create this motorcycle and designed every part of it in such a way that it contributes to the ability to go as fast as possible on the track. Electronically adjustable Ohlins front and rear suspension and powerful Brembo brakes, designed for extreme braking on race tracks, also help.
The fact that the motorcycle is designed to go fast on the track is also evidenced by the installation of a GPS system, which accurately measures the times for completing the track and displays it on the dashboard. This one, by the way, has the Track Evo display mode, which is the same as the Moto GP race bikes, with a horizontal line at the top of the screen displaying engine rpm, while a large number in the middle of the screen indicates the current gear.
Compared to Ferrari
However, when asked if the model could be the first collector’s item, the representative of the “Ducati” motorcycle showroom in Lithuania, so that it could be the most important product of this brand.
“Special, exclusive versions are created for each model. For example, there are common products with Lamborghini, which makes Ducati motorcycles even more special,” says T. Grigonis.
In his opinion, the special partnerships, in addition to the brand’s message of strong character, style and innovation, allow Ducati to have fans around the world.
“Lithuanians also want to be unique and stylish, so it’s no wonder that this brand captured our hearts,” he says.
He does not hide that even before the official opening of the salon, there was a circle of Ducati fans in Lithuania, and now it is only growing. The salon is constantly visited by curious people: some to look at them, dream and drink coffee, others – they know exactly what they want.
“The number of Ducati fans in Lithuania is constantly growing. Although not everyone can afford to buy a Ducati motorcycle, they constantly dream about it. It’s the same as with Ferrari – everyone dreams about it,” says T. Grigonis.