2025 DUCATI STREETFIGHTER V4S & V2S: TWO PERSONALITIES, ONE WILD FAMILY

Just when you thought the Ducati Streetfighter V4S couldn't get any crazier, Ducati said "hold my beer" and went on to crank things up for 2025.

- Words & photos by JINNO RUFINO

This thing is lighter, faster, and packed with even more top-shelf parts. It's still an absolute beast—but now it's even sharper, more refined, and somehow... even wilder, but can also be easier to ride... if you chose so.

At the heart of it all is that juggernaut 1103cc, Desmosedici Stradale V4 engine. It's basically the Panigale's engine in a naked bike, which means it's blindingly fast. Ducati claims this is the best Streetfighter ever, because it is the closest it has ever been to a Panigale, and yeah—they're not lying. In the aggressive ride modes like 'Full' and 'High', the power hits hard and quick. It's thrilling, but also a bit intimidating if you're not ready for it. Thankfully, there's a ton of electronic riding aides to help keep things in check. Want it calmer? Flick it into 'Medium' mode, and suddenly it feels a lot more manageable—kinda like a middleweight.

The chassis has been updated too, and it makes a difference. It feels more planted, more stable, and just overall smoother to ride hard. The new Öhlins suspension is brilliant—it soaks up bumps like a champ and gives loads of feedback. You always know what the bike is doing, which is super helpful when you're pushing it. And the new Brembo brakes? Ridiculously good. Tons of stopping power allowing you to brake later than you probably would want to.

They've made the riding position a bit more comfy too. The bars are closer to the rider, the footpegs are tucked in, and the seat's bigger and better shaped. For someone 5'6 it feels perfect, and if you're on the taller side, you'll appreciate the extra room. It's still aggressive, but a bit more forgiving for longer rides. We had 6 sessions on the track, and it was so comfortable, I could've done several more.