I know you V4 guys are getting super excited about all of the small details, so here are a few photos JHP have been posting today.... https://www.facebook.com/DucatiCoventry/posts/1608716029225032
Well, it looks like because of the front frame they have relocated a load of the electronic gubbins on top of the air box... so not so much room for fuel tank... and have gone for the option that a lot of the race superbikes use anyway to lower the COG of the fuel.
My thoughts were that this was because using the V4 means more weight is naturally to the front and they needed to counteract this by moving the fuel tank to the rear to get the ~50/50 weight distribution. There's also the fact that nearly all race teams and many track riders take more weight to the rear anyhow on the existing Panigale to reduce front end crashes. I think its worth mentioning that this is not necessary for most since these guys are going much harder off the rear than the average rider who would want the better front end feel of having a bit more weight forward on the V2 or the V4.
I’m thinking more access for sausage fingered middle aged men who use it a few times a year and always need the battery charged. Me then
If it is anything like the Panigale you’ll be able to charge it via the (diagnostics?) plug under the passenger seat.... no need to get at the battery.
I didn’t specifically look for them but my guess is that they are under the seat where the fuel pump is. Might swing by today so Carole can have a butchers before the hoards tomorrow so will take a picture. Andy
