Side-by-Side Comparison

Kawasaki J300 vs Ducati Panigale V4

Specs, mileage, performance & price compared in Heard Island and McDonald Islands.

Kawasaki

Key Specifications

Kawasaki J300SpecDucati Panigale V4

A$30,000PriceA$42,000

299Engine (cc)1103

36Power (hp)216

29Torque (Nm)121

28.0Mileage (km/l)13.0

192Weight (kg)191

13Fuel Tank (L)17

7.5Rating9.8

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Ducati Panigale V4

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Full Specifications

Basic Information

Kawasaki J300AttributeDucati Panigale V4

Single-cylinderEngine TypeDesmosedici Stradale 90° V4, counter-rotating crankshaft, Desmodromic timing, liquid-cooled

DigitalController Type—

AutomaticTransmission TypeManual

DryClutch TypeHydraulically controlled slipper and self-servo wet multiplate clutch

BeltDrive Type—

KawasakiBrandDucati

J300ModelPanigale V4

Kawasaki J300Bike NameDucati Panigale V4

2015Model Year2025

ScooterCategory/TypeSuperbike

JapanCountry of OriginItaly

ThailandAssembly LocationImported (Not assembled in BD)

DiscontinuedStatusAvailable

Black, White, GreenColors AvailableDucati Red

Lead-acidBattery TypeLithium-ion

Dual SeatSeat TypeSingle seat (passenger kit optional)

StandardHandle Type—

SteelFrame TypeAluminum alloy Front Frame with optimized stiffness

Single-sidedSwingarm TypeAluminum hollow symmetrical swingarm

Engine & Performance

Kawasaki J300AttributeDucati Panigale V4

299Displacement (cc)1103

27.6Maximum Power216 hp (158.9 kW) @ 13,500 rpm

27.2Maximum Torque120.9 Nm (89.2 lb-ft) @ 11,250 rpm

27.6Peak Power—

1Number of Cylinders4

SOHCValve ConfigurationDesmodromic timing, DOHC

2Valves Per Cylinder4

72Bore81 mm

61.2Stroke53.5 mm

72 x 61.2Bore x Stroke—

10.6:1Compression Ratio14.0:1

LiquidCooling SystemLiquid cooled

Electronic Fuel InjectionFuel Supply SystemElectronic fuel injection system, twin injectors per cylinder, full ride-by-wire elliptical throttle bodies

TransistorizedIgnition SystemElectric Start

Single-cylinderEngine Layout—

SAE 10W-40Engine Oil Grade—

Electric StartStarting SystemElectric

YesEngine Kill SwitchYes

0.13Power-to-Weight Ratio—

Euro 4Emission StandardEuro 5+

Fuel & Mileage

Kawasaki J300AttributeDucati Panigale V4

1.4Engine Oil Capacity—

13Fuel Tank Capacity17 L

25Fuel Economy—

28.0Average Mileage15.38 kmpl

28Mileage City13

32Mileage Highway—

150Load Capacity—

128.0Battery Capacity—

~390 kmRange—

YesLow Fuel WarningYes

Performance & Speed

Kawasaki J300AttributeDucati Panigale V4

150Top Speed299 km/h (electronically limited)

5.6Acceleration (0-60)—

12.4Acceleration (0-100)—

—Quick ShifterDucati Quick Shift (DQS) up/down 2.0

—Launch ControlDucati Power Launch (DPL) DVO

—Traction ControlDucati Traction Control (DTC) DVO

Transmission & Drive

Kawasaki J300AttributeDucati Panigale V4

1Number of Gears6

AutomaticGear Pattern—

BeltPrimary DriveStraight cut gears; Ratio 1.80:1

BeltFinal DriveChain 520

BeltDrive Chain/Belt Type—

Dimensions & Weight

Kawasaki J300AttributeDucati Panigale V4

2185Overall Length—

765Overall Width—

1415Overall Height—

1515Wheelbase1485 mm

130Ground Clearance—

785Seat Height850 mm

192Kerb Weight191 kg

179Gross Weight—

Brakes & Safety

Kawasaki J300AttributeDucati Panigale V4

DiscFront Brake TypeTwin semi-floating discs, radially mounted Brembo Monobloc Hypure 4-piston calipers

DiscRear Brake TypeSingle disc, 2-piston caliper

260Front Brake Size330 mm

240Rear Brake Size245 mm

NoABS TypeCornering ABS with Race eCBS

YesCentral Lock—

YesHandle Lock—

YesSteering Lock—

Suspension & Handling

Kawasaki J300AttributeDucati Panigale V4

Telescopic ForkFront Suspension TypeFully adjustable Showa BPF fork, 43 mm chromed inner tubes

Twin ShockRear Suspension TypeFully adjustable Sachs unit

100Front Suspension Travel125 mm

90Rear Suspension Travel130 mm

GoodClimbing Ability—

Wheels & Tires

Kawasaki J300AttributeDucati Panigale V4

120/70-15Front Tyre Size120/70 ZR17

150/70-13Rear Tyre Size200/60 ZR17

14Front Wheel Size17 inch

13Rear Wheel Size17 inch

TubelessTyre TypeTubeless, Pirelli Diablo Supercorsa SP-V4

AlloyWheel Type5-spokes light alloy

AlloyWheel Material—

Electrical & Battery

Kawasaki J300AttributeDucati Panigale V4

12.0Battery Voltage—

2Battery Life—

6 monthsBattery Warranty—

YesBattery Removable—

6000Battery Replacement Cost—

Lighting & Display

Kawasaki J300AttributeDucati Panigale V4

LEDHeadlight TypeFull LED with DRL

LEDDRLYes

DigitalDisplay Type6.9 inch Full-TFT color display

DigitalSpeedometer TypeDigital

DigitalOdometer TypeDigital

DigitalFuel Gauge TypeDigital

DigitalClockYes

YesPass Light SwitchYes

YesSide Stand Indicator—

—Tail Light TypeLED

—Turn Signal TypeLED (self-cancelling)

—Tachometer TypeDigital

Comfort & Ergonomics

Kawasaki J300AttributeDucati Panigale V4

ModerateWind Protection—

YesPillion Seat—

YesPillion FootrestYes (accessory kit)

YesPillion Grab Rails—

ForwardFootpeg Position—

Under-seat storageStorage Compartments—

YesUnder Seat Storage—

Technology & Features

Kawasaki J300AttributeDucati Panigale V4

—Trip MeterDigital

—Mobile ConnectivityDucati Multimedia System (DMS) compatible

Kawasaki J300 vs Ducati Panigale V4: Which one should you buy in Heard Island and McDonald Islands?

The Kawasaki J300 and Ducati Panigale V4 are two popular motorcycles in Heard Island and McDonald Islands. This side-by-side comparison covers engine, power, torque, mileage, top speed and weight so you can decide which one fits your riding style and budget. Better values are highlighted in the spec table above. Use the full specifications section to compare every technical detail before making your purchase decision.

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