Side-by-Side Comparison

Lightning LS-218 vs Ducati Panigale V4

Specs, mileage, performance & price compared in Paraguay.

Lightning

Key Specifications

Lightning LS-218SpecDucati Panigale V4

₲284,000,000Price₲220,000,000

—Engine (cc)1103

9999Power (hp)216

9999Torque (Nm)121

—Mileage (km/l)13.0

9999Weight (kg)191

—Fuel Tank (L)17

9.5Rating9.8

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Ducati Panigale V4

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Full Specifications

Basic Information

Lightning LS-218AttributeDucati Panigale V4

IPM liquid cooled electric motorEngine TypeDesmosedici Stradale 90° V4, counter-rotating crankshaft, Desmodromic timing, liquid-cooled

FluxVector Drive SystemController Type—

Direct single speed driveTransmission TypeManual

None (Direct Drive)Clutch TypeHydraulically controlled slipper and self-servo wet multiplate clutch

Direct Single Speed DriveDrive Type—

LightningBrandDucati

LS-218ModelPanigale V4

Lightning LS-218Bike NameDucati Panigale V4

2014Model Year2025

Electric SuperbikeCategory/TypeSuperbike

USACountry of OriginItaly

USAAssembly LocationImported (Not assembled in BD)

AvailableStatusAvailable

Not specifiedColors AvailableDucati Red

Lithium-IonBattery TypeLithium-ion

On-board 3.3kw Charger with CCS Level 2+3Charger Type—

Comfortable, ergonomicSeat TypeSingle seat (passenger kit optional)

StandardHandle Type—

Carbon fiber and AluminumFrame TypeAluminum alloy Front Frame with optimized stiffness

Billet aluminum swingarmSwingarm TypeAluminum hollow symmetrical swingarm

Engine & Performance

Lightning LS-218AttributeDucati Panigale V4

244 hpMaximum Power216 hp (158.9 kW) @ 13,500 rpm

220 ft-lbMaximum Torque120.9 Nm (89.2 lb-ft) @ 11,250 rpm

244 HPPeak Power—

Liquid CooledCooling SystemLiquid cooled

Electric StartIgnition SystemElectric Start

IPM liquid-cooled electric motorEngine Layout—

Electric StartStarting SystemElectric

YesEngine Kill SwitchYes

Not specifiedPower-to-Weight Ratio—

Not specifiedPower Consumption—

180 kWMotor Power—

Zero Emission (Electric)Emission StandardEuro 5+

Up to 28 kWh (LFCS option)Battery Power—

YesPower Mode Indicator—

—Displacement (cc)1103

—Number of Cylinders4

—Valve ConfigurationDesmodromic timing, DOHC

—Valves Per Cylinder4

—Bore81 mm

—Stroke53.5 mm

—Compression Ratio14.0:1

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

Fuel & Mileage

Lightning LS-218AttributeDucati Panigale V4

15 kWhBattery Capacity—

188 milesRange—

YesRange Indicator—

Up to 335 milesRange Per Charge (Eco)—

160–180 milesRange Per Charge (Normal)—

Not specifiedRange Per Charge (Sport)—

Battery low indicatorLow Fuel WarningYes

—Fuel Tank Capacity17 L

—Average Mileage15.38 kmpl

—Mileage City13

Performance & Speed

Lightning LS-218AttributeDucati Panigale V4

218 mphTop Speed299 km/h (electronically limited)

2.0 secondsAcceleration (0-60)—

5.5 secondsAcceleration (0-100)—

NoQuick ShifterDucati Quick Shift (DQS) up/down 2.0

NoLaunch ControlDucati Power Launch (DPL) DVO

AvailableTraction ControlDucati Traction Control (DTC) DVO

Transmission & Drive

Lightning LS-218AttributeDucati Panigale V4

Single speedGear Pattern—

Chain drivePrimary DriveStraight cut gears; Ratio 1.80:1

ChainFinal DriveChain 520

Chain driveDrive Chain/Belt Type—

—Number of Gears6

Dimensions & Weight

Lightning LS-218AttributeDucati Panigale V4

813 mmSeat Height850 mm

225 kgKerb Weight191 kg

495225Gross Weight—

Not specifiedBattery Weight—

—Wheelbase1485 mm

Brakes & Safety

Lightning LS-218AttributeDucati Panigale V4

Dual Brembo T-Drive Fully-Floating RotorsFront Brake TypeTwin semi-floating discs, radially mounted Brembo Monobloc Hypure 4-piston calipers

Single discRear Brake TypeSingle disc, 2-piston caliper

320 mmFront Brake Size330 mm

240 mmRear Brake Size245 mm

Dual-Channel ABSABS TypeCornering ABS with Race eCBS

Not specifiedBraking Distance—

ProgrammableRegenerative Braking—

Two kill switchesAnti-Theft System—

YesCentral Lock—

NoRemote Lock—

YesHandle Lock—

YesSteering Lock—

Suspension & Handling

Lightning LS-218AttributeDucati Panigale V4

Öhlins FGRT inverted forkFront Suspension TypeFully adjustable Showa BPF fork, 43 mm chromed inner tubes

Billet aluminum swingarm with Öhlins TTX36 ShockRear Suspension TypeFully adjustable Sachs unit

Fully adjustable Öhlins suspensionAdjustable Controls—

Not specifiedClimbing Ability—

—Front Suspension Travel125 mm

—Rear Suspension Travel130 mm

Wheels & Tires

Lightning LS-218AttributeDucati Panigale V4

120/70ZR17Front Tyre Size120/70 ZR17

190/55ZR17Rear Tyre Size200/60 ZR17

17 inchFront Wheel Size17 inch

17 inchRear Wheel Size17 inch

Forged AluminumWheel Type5-spokes light alloy

7075 Forged AluminumWheel Material—

—Tyre TypeTubeless, Pirelli Diablo Supercorsa SP-V4

Electrical & Battery

Lightning LS-218AttributeDucati Panigale V4

Not specifiedMotor Efficiency—

Not specifiedMotor Life—

Integrated motor and controllerMotor Placement—

FluxVector Drive SystemMotor Controller—

300VController Voltage—

Not specifiedController Life—

380VBattery Voltage—

Not specifiedBattery Warranty—

NoBattery Removable—

YesBattery Health Check—

YesBattery Life Indicator—

YesBattery Management System—

12 minutes to 80% (Fast Charge)Charging Time—

YesCharging Port—

120-240V ACCharging Input—

AvailableFast Charging—

NoUSB Charging—

Lighting & Display

Lightning LS-218AttributeDucati Panigale V4

YesError Code Display—

LEDHeadlight TypeFull LED with DRL

LEDTail Light TypeLED

LEDTurn Signal TypeLED (self-cancelling)

NoHazard Light—

Digital race data acquisition systemDisplay Type6.9 inch Full-TFT color display

DigitalSpeedometer TypeDigital

DigitalOdometer TypeDigital

Battery level indicatorFuel Gauge TypeDigital

Digital LCDClockYes

YesPass Light SwitchYes

NoSide Stand Indicator—

—DRLYes

—Tachometer TypeDigital

Technology & Features

Lightning LS-218AttributeDucati Panigale V4

NoMobile ConnectivityDucati Multimedia System (DMS) compatible

NoBluetooth Features—

NoNavigation—

Multiple modes (Eco, Sport, etc.)Riding Modes—

NoParking Mode—

NoReverse Mode—

—Trip MeterDigital

Comfort & Ergonomics

Lightning LS-218AttributeDucati Panigale V4

Aerodynamic Carbon Fiber FairingsWind Protection—

Single seat with lumbar supportPillion Seat—

YesPillion FootrestYes (accessory kit)

YesPillion Grab Rails—

StandardFootpeg Position—

NoStorage Compartments—

Lightning LS-218 vs Ducati Panigale V4: Which one should you buy in Paraguay?

The Lightning LS-218 and Ducati Panigale V4 are two popular motorcycles in Paraguay. 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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