Ducati Panigale V2 vs Harley-Davidson Sportster S

Last Updated: September 23, 2026

Harley-Davidson Sportster S price starts at Rs. 18.05 Lakh, which is Rs. 1.46 Lakh cheaper than the base variant of Ducati Panigale V2, priced at Rs. 19.51 Lakh. In terms of mileage, the Panigale V2 offers a claimed 16.6 kmpl, while the Sportster S delivers 19.6 kmpl. On the performance front, the Panigale V2 uses a 890cc engine producing 119.6 PS @ 10750 rpm and the Sportster S a 1252cc engine producing 122.3 PS @ 7500 rpm. If you're deciding between the Panigale V2 and Sportster S, the Sportster S is the better pick for affordability and mileage, while the Panigale V2 stands out for a lighter kerb weight.

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Panigale V2 vs Sportster S Comparison Summary

Specification Ducati Panigale V2Harley-Davidson Sportster S
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 19.51 LakhRs. 18.05 Lakh
Mileage 16.6 kmpl19.6 kmpl
Engine 890 cc1252 cc
Max power 119.6 PS @ 10750 rpm122.3 PS @ 7500 rpm
Kerb weight 179 Kg228 Kg

Panigale V2 vs Sportster S Key Highlights

Basic Info Ducati Panigale V2 STDHarley-Davidson Sportster S STD
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Brand Name Ducati Harley-Davidson
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 19.51 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 18.05 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type 90° V2, 4 Valves Per Cylinder, Intake Variable Valves Timing System, Liquid Cooled Revolution™ Max 1250T
Max Power 119.6 PS @ 10750 rpm 122.3 PS @ 7500 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Ducati Panigale V2 Colors
Harley Davidson Sportster S Colors
Wheel Size Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-406.4 mm
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Alloy Alloy
ABS Dual Channel Dual Channel
Starting Self Start Only Self Start Only
Speedometer Digital Digital
EMI
Rs. 53,418 @ 6% (36 months)
Rs. 49,420 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 46,269 Panigale V2 Insurance Rs. 44,142 Sportster S Insurance
Brochure N/A N/A

Valves (per cylinder)
4
4
Claimed Top Speed
299 kmph
230 kmph
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Engine Type
90° V2, 4 Valves Per Cylinder, Intake Variable Valves Timing System, Liquid Cooled
Revolution™ Max 1250T
Engine Displacement
890 cc
1252 cc
Gear Box
6 Speed
6 Speed
Max Power
119.6 PS @ 10750 rpm
122.3 PS @ 7500 rpm
Max Torque
93.3 Nm @ 8250 rpm
125 Nm @ 6000 rpm
Bore
100 mm
105 mm
Stroke
60.8 mm
72.3 mm
Number Of Cylinders
2
2
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Belt Drive
Fuel System
Fuel Injection
Fuel Injection
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Compression Ratio
13.1:1
12.0:1

Front Brake
Double Disc
Disc
Rear Brake
Disc
Disc
Front Caliper
Not Available
4 Piston
Rear Caliper
2 - Piston
1 Piston

Mileage (Overall)
16.6 kmpl
19.6 kmpl
Fuel Gauge
Digital
Digital

Suspension-Front
Marzocchi 43 mm fully adjustable usd fork, Travel - 120 mm
43 mm inverted fork with compression, rebound and spring preload adjustability. Aluminum fork triple clamps.
Suspension-Rear
Fully adjustable Kayaba monoshock, Aluminum double-sided swingarm, Travel - 150 mm
Linkage-mounted, piggyback monoshock with compression, rebound and hydraulic spring preload adjustability

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
Not Available
36 psi
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
Not Available
36 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
Not Available
42 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
Not Available
42 psi
Tyre Size
Front :-120/70-17, Rear :-190/55-17
Front :-160/70-17, Rear :- 180/70-16
Wheel Size
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-406.4 mm
Tyre Make
Not Available
Dunlop
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Radial Tyre
Not Available
Yes
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Alloy

Dry Weight
176 kg
221 kg
Seat height
837 mm
765 mm
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
Not Available
1.7 L
Engine Oil Capacity
Not Available
4.5 L
Length*Width*Height
Not Available
2270*840*1089 mm3
Wheelbase
1465 mm
1520 mm
Length
Not Available
2270 mm
Ground Clearance
Not Available
90 mm
Height
Not Available
1089 mm
Width
Not Available
840 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
15 L
11.7 L
Kerb Weight
179 Kg
228 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
320 mm
320 mm
Rear Brake Size
245 mm
260 mm

Call/SMS Alerts
Not Available
Yes
Anti-theft alert
Yes
Not Available
USB charging port
Yes
Yes
Music control
Not Available
Yes
Headlight
LED
LED
Charging at Home
No
Not Available
Battery Capacity
Not Available
12V / 12AH
Projector head light
Yes
Yes
Power Modes
Yes
Not Available

Cruise Control
Yes
Yes
Frame Type
Monocoque Aluminium
High Strength Low Alloy Wheel Trellis Frame
Digital Display Type
TFT
TFT
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Calls and Messaging
Not Available
Yes
Navigation assist
Yes
Yes
Riding Modes
Yes
Yes
Traction Control
Yes
Yes
Kill Switch
Not Available
Yes
Low battery alert
Not Available
Yes
Rear Footpegs
Yes
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Yes
Yes
Additional Features/Information
Wheelie Control, Engine Brake Control, Ducati Data Analyser, GPS, Ducati Multimedia System, Auto Tyre Calibration, Tyre Pressure Monitoring System
Drag-Torque Slip Control System, Tyre Pressure Monitoring System, Wheel Lift Mitigation, Cornering Enhanced Anti-lock Brake System, Cornering Enhanced Traction Control System, Cornering Drag-Torque Slip Control System, Enhanced Lift Mitigation
Windscreen
Yes
Not Available
Gear Position Indicator
Not Available
Yes
ABS Type
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Side Stand Warning
Not Available
Yes
ABS
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Body Type
Super Bikes, Sports Bikes
Cruiser Bikes
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Bluetooth
Bluetooth
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Split
Single
Pass Beam Switch
Yes
Yes
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Mobile Application
Not Available
Yes
Tachometer
Digital
Digital
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Yes
Clock
Yes
Yes
Low Battery Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Cooling System
Liquid Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Navigation
Yes
Yes
Quick Shifter
Yes
Not Available
Hazard Light Switch
Not Available
Yes

Air Filter Service Cost
No
No
Spark Plug Service Cost
No
No

Vehicle Warranty
2 Years
Not Available
Standard Warranty (Years)
2
Not Available
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Ducati Panigale V2 Vs Harley Davidson Sportster S FAQs

Which bike is cheaper Ducati Panigale V2 vs Harley Davidson Sportster S?
The Harley-Davidson Sportster S is cheaper than Ducati Panigale V2 by ₹1.46 Lakh.
Which bike offers better performance Ducati Panigale V2 vs Harley Davidson Sportster S?
For the STD version, 890 cc Petrol engine of Panigale V2 produces 119.6 PS @ 10750 rpm of power and 93.3 Nm @ 8250 rpm of torque. Whereas for the STD version, 1252 cc Petrol engine of Sportster S produces 122.3 PS @ 7500 rpm of power and 125 Nm @ 6000 rpm of torque

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