2016 Ducati 1299 Panigale
Specifications
- Category
- Sport
- Displacement
- 1285.0 ccm (78.41 cubic inches)
- Displacement (cc)
- 1285.00
- Engine
- Superquadro L-Twin
- Engine details
- V2, four-stroke
- Power
- 205.0 HP (149.6 kW)) @ 10500 RPM
- Torque
- 144.6 Nm (14.7 kgf-m or 106.7 ft.lbs) @ 8750 RPM
- Compression
- 12.5:1
- Bore × stroke
- 116.0 x 60.8 mm (4.6 x 2.4 inches)
- Valves/cyl
- 4.0
- Fuel system
- Injection. Twin injectors per cylinder. Full ride-by-wire elliptical throttle bodies.
- Fuel control
- Desmodromic valve control
- Cooling
- Liquid
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Transmission
- Chain (final drive)
- Clutch
- Slipper and self-servo wet multiplate clutch with hydraulic control
- Final drive
- Chain 525; Front sprocket 15; Rear sprocket 39. Primary drive: Straight cut gears, Ratio 1.77.
- Frame
- Monocoque Aluminium
- Rake
- 24.0°
- Trail
- 100 mm (3.9 inches)
- Front suspension
- Marzocchi 50mm pressurized and fully adjustable usd fork with hard anodized aluminum lightweight slider
- Front travel
- 120 mm (4.7 inches)
- Rear suspension
- Fully adjustable Sachs unit. Adjustable linkage: Progressive/flat. Aluminum single-sided swingarm.
- Rear travel
- 130 mm (5.1 inches)
- Front tyre
- 120/70-ZR17
- Rear tyre
- 200/55-ZR17
- Front brakes
- Double disc. ABS. Floating discs. Four-piston calipers. Radially mounted.
- Front brake Ø
- 330 mm (13.0 inches)
- Rear brakes
- Single disc. ABS. Two-piston calipers.
- Rear brake Ø
- 245 mm (9.6 inches)
- Wheels
- 3 spoke light alloy
- Dry weight
- 166.5 kg (367.1 pounds)
- Wet weight
- 190.5 kg (420.0 pounds)
- Seat height
- 830 mm (32.7 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
- Height
- 1105 mm (43.5 inches)
- Length
- 2070 mm (81.5 inches)
- Width
- 745 mm (29.3 inches)
- Wheelbase
- 1437 mm (56.6 inches)
- Fuel capacity
- 17.00 litres (4.49 US gallons)
- Colours
- Red
- Starter
- Electric
The 2016 Ducati 1299 Panigale
The 2016 Ducati 1299 Panigale stood as Ducati's flagship superbike, representing the pinnacle of the Italian manufacturer's sport-focused lineup. This is a track-bred machine that happens to wear license plates — the Superquadro L-Twin delivers brutal acceleration that rewards committed riders who understand the difference between fast and stupid. The electronics package keeps things manageable for experienced hands, but this isn't a bike that flatters novices. Every ride demands attention and respect, whether carving canyon roads or circulating your local track day.
The 2016 model carried over without significant mechanical changes from the prior year — buyers comparing it to a 2015 example should focus on mileage, service history, and condition rather than spec differences. This consistency meant Ducati had refined the platform's quirks while maintaining its essential character.
Serious track day enthusiasts and experienced sport bike riders gravitate toward the 1299 Panigale, often upgrading from middleweight machines or stepping down from full race bikes. The moderate to high collector interest reflects its status as one of the last naturally aspirated flagship Ducatis before the V4 era, making clean examples increasingly attractive to both riders and collectors who appreciate Italian superbike heritage.
Auction history
| Date | Listing | Price | Mileage | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 18, 2026 | One-Owner 2016 Ducati 1299 Panigale | $13,000 | — | Bring a Trailer |
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