The 2026 Ducati Hypermotard V2 SP takes the sports attitude of a Ducati fun bike to the extreme. The dedicated livery with SP logo on the sides of the tank also stands out for its white rims and number 20, to mark the twentieth anniversary of the presentation of the first prototype.
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2026 Ducati Hypermotard v2 SP: WELCOME TO THE FUTURE.
Introducing the new 2026 Ducati Hypermotard v2 SP…
Some motorcycles become icons. Motorcycles that convey emotion, adrenaline, and fun at first glance. The Ducati Hypermotard is the motorcycle that best represents all of this. A motorcycle that couldn’t be described as “Supermotard,” and that’s why it was called “Hyper.” Twenty years after EICMA 2005, where Ducati presented the first prototype, which won the “Best of Show” award on its debut, the Borgo Panigale manufacturer is writing a new chapter in the history of the “Hyper” with the new Hypermotard V2 and Hypermotard V2 SP.
The fourth-generation Hypermotard is a completely redesigned motorcycle, carrying the legacy of a legendary model and projecting it into the future thanks to a totally new technical base and an unmistakable design.
Never So Hyper.
Lighter, sharper, more sophisticated, and more powerful than ever before: the new Hypermotard redefines the concept of adrenaline on two wheels, 20 years on from the first prototype. With its V2 twin, this bike embodies the essence of extreme riding, combining benchmark performance with an aggressive design and cutting-edge technology.
Timeless style details.
The DNA of the new Hypermotard is rooted in the very first prototype presented at EICMA 2005 and named “Best in Show”. Distinctive elements are inherited from that icon to ensure character, not least the front headlight with unmistakable “beak”, the tank cover with double wing, the dual exhaust under the tail that leaves the trellis frame exposed, and the floating rear light. Clean and aggressive lines that continue to excite and enthral today.
Hypermotard essence.
Twenty years after the presentation of the first prototype, the Hypermotard benefits from a full update inspired by the rebellious spirit of the Hypermotard 1100. A motard design that marries aggression and precision, emotion and control.
Totally renewed in its every detail
Totally redesigned, the new Hypermotard V2 retains the agility and riding ease of the previous model but is now 8.8 lbs lighter and flaunts a sportier, more extended position. Thanks to the new V2 engine and the use of cutting-edge components, the wet weight is just 386 lbs.
SP version
The Hypermotard V2 SP takes the sports attitude of a Ducati fun bike to the extreme. The dedicated livery with SP logo on the sides of the tank also stands out for its white rims and number 20, to mark the twentieth anniversary of the presentation of the first prototype. The technical equipment is designed to enhance performance and reduces the overall weight by 6.6 lbs with respect to the Hypermotard V2. It includes Öhlins SP suspension, forged wheels, Brembo M50 front brake calipers with dedicated brake master cylinder, and a lithium battery.
Totally redesigned chassis
The chassis of the new Hypermotard V2 has been totally redesigned to offer maximum compactness and agility. The new aluminum monocoque front frame uses the engine as a structural element, for an extremely compact mechanical base. The use of cutting-edge components and new engine make for a 28.6 lbs weight saving with respect to the previous generation (30.8 lbs for the SP version), making Hypermotard V2 even more responsive and fun to ride on both road and track.
Supermotard ergonomics
The new Hypermotard V2 has ergonomics inspired by the supermotard world, with a wide handlebar, upright riding position and bike that is narrow between the legs to ensure optimum control and agility. For the first time, both the standard and SP versions share the same seat height of 32.1 in, with a straddle arch that ensures feet can easily reach the ground. A lower seat and lowered suspension are available as Ducati Performance accessories to adapt the bike to every requirement.
Benchmark electronic equipment
The race-derived electronics package reaches new heights with the Hypermotard V2. Four Riding Modes, each with a dedicated Power Mode, to adapt the bike to any riding style and maximise enjoyment. The new 5” TFT display allows for the management of all functions, with three possible Info Modes (Road, Road Pro and Track) ensuring the ideal viewing experience in every situation.
Kayaba suspension and Öhlins suspension
The two versions of Hypermotard differ in terms of their suspension. Hypermotard V2 adopts a fully adjustable Kayaba fork with 1.8 in stanchions and, at the rear, a Kayaba shock with preload and rebound adjustment. The Hypermotard V2 SP is equipped with fully adjustable Öhlins suspension, designed to offer a smoother ride and more sophisticated dynamic performance. Both versions come complete with Sachs steering damper.
Wheels and tires
The new Hypermotard V2 range mounts aluminum wheels with a Y-shaped six-spoke design, paired with Pirelli Diablo Rosso IV tires measuring 120/70 and 190/55. The SP version adopts forged wheels that are 3.3 lbs lighter.
Brembo braking system
Both versions use a Brembo braking system. The Hypermotard V2 flaunts 320 mm dual discs paired with M4.32 calipers, while the SP version adopts the more high-performance M50 callipers with dedicated brake master cylinder, for an even more prompt and flexible response. At the rear, both versions mount a 245 mm disc for braking power and control in every riding situation.
2026 Ducati Hypermotard v2 SP Totalmotorcycle.com Key Features
Hypermotard V2 SP
- Liveries
- SP livery
- Main standard features
- V-twin engine, 890 cc
- Maximum power: 120 hp at 10,750 rpm
- Maximum torque: 94 Nm at 8,250 rpm
- Kerb weight without fuel: 177 kg
- Dedicated monocoque frame
- Öhlins NIX30 48 mm upside-down forks, fully adjustable
- Öhlins STX46 monoshock, fully adjustable
- Forged aluminium wheels, 3.50 x 17″ at the front and 5.50 x 17″ at the rear
- Braking system with Brembo M50 calipers
- Pirelli Diablo Rosso IV Corsa tyres 120/70 and 190/55
- Latest-generation electronics package with 6-axis Inertial Measurement Unit (6D IMU): Four-stages ABS with cornering functionality; Ducati Traction Control (DTC); Ducati Wheelie Control (DWC); Ducati Quick Shift (DQS) 2.0; Engine Brake Control (EBC).
- New petal joystick
- New 5″ full-TFT dashboard with 16:9 aspect ratio
- Riding Modes (Race, Sport, Road, Wet)
- Full-LED headlights with DRL and dynamic turn indicators
- Ready for Ducati Multimedia System (DMS), Turn-by-Turn Navigation
- Lithium battery
- Carbon Fiber front fender
- Ducati Power Launch
- Ducati Pit Limiter
Hypermotard V2
- Liveries
- Ducati Red
- Main standard features as Hypermotard V2 SP with the exception of:
- 46mm upside-down Kayaba forks, fully adjustable
- Kayaba monoshock, adjustable for preload and rebound
- Cast light-alloy wheels, 3.50 x 17″ at the front and 5.50 x 17″ at the rear
- Pirelli Diablo Rosso IV tyres, 120/70 and 190/55
- Braking system with Brembo M4.32 calipers
- Kerb weight without fuel: 180 kg
- Lead-acid battery
Twenty years after the presentation of the first prototype based on the Desmodue 1100 at EICMA 2005, the Hypermotard has undergone a complete overhaul. With the fourth generation, the Hypermotard is lighter, more powerful, and visibly more compact: in short, even more adrenaline-fuelled than the previous generation. Added to all this is a top-notch electronics package, making it even more sophisticated.
The name also changes, becoming Hypermotard V2. This underscores the evolutionary leap and the fact that the bike is designed around a new mechanical base. The latter uses the new Ducati V2, 6 hp more powerful than the Testastretta 11°, and the monocoque frame, which, combined, reduce the weight by 13 kg.
The Hypermotard V2 is available in two versions: the V2 and the more specialized and iconic V2 SP, which differs not only in its livery, but also for the technical features that enhance the model’s sportiness and reduce its weight by 3 kg. Every component of the Hypermotard V2 SP is designed to enhance the Hyper’s signature fun-bike character. The equipment includes Öhlins suspension, forged wheels with Pirelli Diablo Rosso IV Corsa tyres, a upgraded front braking system, and a lithium battery. The Ducati Power Launch and Pit Limiter are standard equipment.
The most futuristic Hypermotard ever
The Hypermotard V2 was created with the goal of being the best Hypermotard ever. Inspired by the 2005 prototype, it reinterprets its distinctive features with a contemporary and radical twist. The double-wing fuel tank, the streamlined front end, the dual exhaust under the tail, and the floating rear light are stylistic references to the first 1100, making the V2 immediately recognizable as a Hypermotard. The result is a modern, compact, essential motorcycle that conveys lightness at first glance. The new Hypermotard V2 and SP are the lightest and most powerful Hypermotards ever.
Thanks to a weight reduction of 13 kg (14 kg for the SP) compared to the previous 950 and the 120 hp of the Ducati V2 engine, the new Hypermotard V2s are more nimble, responsive, and exciting than ever.
2026 Ducati Hypermotard v2 SP Totalmotorcycle.com Features and Benefits
Technology and style: essential Ducati
The front of the new Hypermotard V2 is robotic and modern, designed according to a stylistic language that strives for extreme simplicity: the double DRL, reminiscent of the Hyper’s iconic light signature, is inserted into a dark, glossy headlight, the protagonist of a sculpted, single-piece front end. The clean, essential styling complements a taut, lightweight mechanical base, creating an extremely compact motorcycle.
The SP version is even bolder, thanks to the oversized logo that extends to the beak, contrasting with the white forged wheels and racing details such as the carbon mudguard, the gold Öhlins suspension, and the Brembo M50 calipers. In addition to the dedicated livery, which references the 20 years since the first prototype was created, the Hypermotard V2 SP also features technical features that push the Hyper’s fun bike character even further.
More power and torque, for a Hyper with unprecedented performance
The new 890 cc Ducati V2 engine is perfect for the Hypermotard. It’s the lightest twin-cylinder ever produced by Ducati (54.4 kg, a weight saving of 6.42 kg compared to the previous Testastretta 11°) and, thanks to the IVT variable intake valve timing system, unique in the segment, it delivers generous power across the entire rev range with a prompt response to every throttle opening, a must-have feature for a Hypermotard.
With its 120 hp, it’s the most powerful engine ever mounted on a Hypermotard. It can rev beyond 11,000 rpm, but more importantly, it has a maximum torque of 94 Nm, 70% of which is available at just 3,000 rpm, ensuring impressive acceleration out of corners. Furthermore, the shorter gear ratios and higher torque in every gear make the Hypermotard V2 faster and more responsive than the previous model. Finally, the class-leading maintenance intervals (45,000 km for valve clearance checks) ensure the fun never stops.
Of course, for A2 license holders, a version with power limited to 35 kW is available, while still maintaining the Hypermotard character.
Supermotard ergonomics, total control
The riding position is commanding, like a true supermotard: wide handlebars, the bike narrow between the legs, light and communicative. The texture on the seat and side panels, inspired by that used on the Panigale V4, increases grip and feeling for the bike, making riding easy and fun. The SP version amplifies these sensations, making it even more nimble, lightweight, and responsive. Furthermore, the lower ground clearance compared to the previous “SP”, achieved without compromising the bike’s ability to lean on the track, allows for better transfer of the increased available torque to the ground, and increases stability and riding precision.
The Hypermotard V2 is also designed to accommodate riders of all heights, thanks to lowered suspension and different seat sizes available among the Ducati Performance accessories.
Monocoque frame and racing suspension
The monocoque frame, unique in the segment and developed specifically for the Hypermotard, integrates the engine as a structural element and airbox, performing a dual function and ensuring maximum lightness and compactness. The steel rear subframe harks back to the first Hypermotard, while the aluminium double-sided swingarm, inspired by the Ducati Hollow Symmetrical Swingarm of the Panigale V4, ensures rigidity and a distinctive design.
The new chassis makes the bike neutral, intuitive, and less tiring, with smooth and precise lean angles. The standard version features adjustable Kayaba suspension, while the SP is equipped with premium, fully adjustable Öhlins suspension (NIX30 forks with 48 mm stanchions and STX 46 shock absorber) for more refined, racing-like handling, thanks to their greater ability to smooth out micro-roughness in the road surface while providing the necessary braking support for sporty riding. Both versions are equipped with a Sachs steering damper.
The Hypermotard V2 features cast light alloy wheels, shod with Pirelli Diablo Rosso IV tyres in 120/70 and 190/55 sizes. On the V2 SP, the forged aluminium wheels, weighing a full 1.56 kg less, reduce inertia and improve agility, while also improving trajectory accuracy. They are paired with Pirelli Diablo Rosso IV Corsa tyres. For track use, Pirelli Diablo Superbike slicks with a 180/60 rear section or, alternatively, the supersport 190/60 size are available.
Both versions feature a complete Brembo braking system, with dual 320 mm front discs. The Hypermotard V2 is equipped with M4.32 monobloc calipers with a PR18/19 radial master cylinder, while the SP uses M50 calipers and a PR16/21 master cylinder for superior track performance.
Advanced electronics for total control
The new Ducati Hypermotard V2 is equipped with a latest-generation electronics package based on a 6-axis inertial measurement platform. This system detects roll, pitch, and yaw in real time, allowing for rapid, precise, and calibrated intervention of all controls, such as Cornering ABS, Ducati Traction Control (DTC), Ducati Wheelie Control (DWC), and Engine Brake Control (EBC). Each of these controls can be adjusted to multiple levels of intervention to adapt to any situation, favouring performance in sports riding or stability and safety on low-grip surfaces.
The operating parameters of each of these controls are associated with the four predefined Riding Modes (Race, Sport, Road, and Wet) to modify the Hypermotard V2’s behaviour based on the situation. Riders can modify these modes to customize each mode to their individual riding style.
All information is displayed on the new 5″ TFT dashboard with 800 x 480 resolution. It features three Info Modes, selectable via the new “petal” joystick on the left switchgear: Road, Road Pro, and Track, each with automatic switching between day and night views. Each of these modes presents the most relevant information for each context to maximize readability. In Road and Road Pro modes, the display shows the most relevant information for road riding, while in Track, the display focuses on essential information for track riding, and shows the level of intervention of each individual control in real time, just like on the Panigale V4.
The Hypermotard V2 features four levels of Cornering ABS. Levels 1 and 2 are designed for the track, with level 2 integrating the Slide by Brake function, allowing riders to learn how to manage corner entry like supermotard pros. Levels 3 and 4 are optimized for road riding, offering maximum safety without ever being invasive.
Thanks to these advanced electronics, complemented by the new Ducati Quick Shift 2.0, which makes gear changes more direct and precise, the Hypermotard V2 is fun and safe on the road, and performs well on the track, where it significantly surpasses the previous 950. The Hypermotard V2 SP will also offer the Ducati Power Launch and the Pit Limiter straight out of the crate.
Ducati Performance for an even more Hyper soul
For those who want to enhance the versatility or performance of the Hypermotard V2, Ducati has developed a range of Ducati Performance accessories, starting naturally with the exhaust line created in collaboration with Termignoni.
Those who want to make their Hyper more aggressive can choose the homologated double silencer with titanium sleeves and carbon end caps, which adds a racing touch to the design. Those who want to unleash the full performance of the engine on the track can install the complete exhaust, not homologated for road use, which increases power by 3.6 hp, reduces weight by 4 kg, and gives the Hypermotard an even more engaging exhaust note.
On the electronics front, accessories designed for everyday use are available, such as the Ducati Multimedia System (DMS) for Bluetooth smartphone connectivity and the Turn-by-Turn navigation system for a connected ride. It also features track-ready features, such as the Lap Timer Pro self-timing system, complete with GPS module.
A wide range of carbon and billet aluminium components is available for an even more Hyper look: carbon fibre mudguards and engine cover, fuel tank cap, fork sliders, aluminium motard-style footpegs and footrests.
Availability and Colours
The new Hypermotard will arrive in european dealerships in April 2026, in two versions: Hypermotard V2 and Hypermotard V2 SP. Availability will extend in the North American market in May, 2026, and then Japan and Australia in October 2026.
Design and Ergonomics
The fourth generation of the Hypermotard returns to its origins, drawing inspiration from the Hypermotard 1100, the first Ducati fun-bike in history. The new Hypermotard V2 therefore takes the styling cues of the Hypermotard 1100 and reinterprets them in the style of contemporary Ducatis, combining taut, accelerated lines with softer, more sophisticated ones. The mechanical base, with the new Ducati V2 engine as its protagonist, defines a modern motorcycle, extreme in its compactness and essentiality, whose lightness is evident from the very first glance.
The authenticity of the new Hypermotard V2 is expressed through stylistic details that recall the iconic Hypermotard 1100: the side panel with double wing, the sculpted front grille, the partially exposed trellis subframe, the floating tail with separate rear light, and the high under-seat exhausts, perfectly integrated into the bike’s profile. Added to these are the high, straight seat and the advanced fuel tank, elements that strengthen the visual and conceptual link with the motard world.
The front view is very aggressive and modern, thanks to a surface treatment of the headlight and the immediately adjacent areas that renders the perimeter of the light unit almost invisible. The LED headlight is equipped with a DRL (Daytime Running Light) that creates a distinctive “double C” profile around the central reflector, creating a family feeling with the Hypermotard 698 Mono. The reflector houses the low beam, which splits the reflector in two, and the high beam, which turns it on entirely.
The compact rear light, also a high-intensity LED, is positioned high up. It consists of a parking light that recalls the “double C” motif of the DRL and a brake light located in the centre. The front (located on the handguards) and rear turn indicators are also LED and switch off automatically after turns.
Many styling choices were made with the aim of making the Hypermotard V2 slim and compact, including the shape of the seat, which, despite dimensions comparable to that of the 950 model, appears decidedly smaller. The colour of the tank cover, featuring a textured finish designed to increase grip for the rider’s
legs, “penetrates” the seat, making it visually shorter. Furthermore, the passenger area is particularly slim thanks to the recessed profile of the seat, which, when viewed from above, creates an “hourglass” shape with the subframe cover.
The SP version is immediately recognizable by its livery and the SP logo written in large letters on the fuel tank side panels, which create a colourful interplay with the white rims. The rear side panels are embellished with the number commemorating the model’s twentieth anniversary.
The riding position has been completely redesigned compared to the Hypermotard 950. The footpegs have been moved forward, bringing the posture closer to that of a motard and improving rider control and chassis responsiveness, thus increasing riding enjoyment in all conditions. The variable-section handlebar, in black anodized aluminium, has been moved forward, increasing the load on the front end and thus achieving greater stability and improving the Hypermotard 950’s ability to maintain its trajectory. The handlebar width of 807 mm creates a commanding position and facilitates body movement. The black anodized steering head and clamps have a sophisticated look.
The new-generation Hypermotard, both the V2 and V2 SP versions, has a seat height of 880 mm. Compared to the previous 950 SP, the V2 SP is therefore more accessible and less intimidating, with a 10 mm reduction and an instep area of 53 mm, making it much easier to touch the ground. The rider’s position is also more favourable compared to the Hypermotard 950, thanks to an instep area reduced by 18 mm.
Engine
The new Hypermotard is powered by the new 890 cc 90° V-twin, the lightest twin-cylinder engine (54.4 kg) ever produced by Ducati. Equipped with the IVT variable valve timing system on the hollow-stem intake valves, the new V2 represents a new chapter in the history of Ducati twin-cylinder engines, becoming the benchmark not only for its lightness, but also for its compactness, low fuel consumption and emissions (Euro 5+ homologation), combined with a wide range of use and a fully exploitable maximum power level.
The IVT system continuously adjusts intake timing to always ensure the best possible delivery without compromising performance and usability, thus achieving high power at high revs, torque at medium and low revs, and a smooth response thanks to regular combustion. This eliminates the trade-off between low-end torque and high-end power, resulting in an engine that adapts to various conditions of use, from low-speed riding in urban traffic to sportier riding on mixed out-of-town roads.
The V2 engine delivers a maximum power of 120 hp at 10,750 rpm, with a more decisive acceleration than the Testastretta 11° starting at 9,500 rpm, which sees the limiter intervene at 11,500 rpm. Maximum torque is 94 Nm at 8,250 rpm, with generous delivery even at low revs (more than 70% of maximum torque already available at 3,000 rpm, more than 80% always available between 4,000 rpm and 11,000 rpm), ensuring prompt response at every throttle opening and maximum usability both for everyday use and for track use.
By adopting the Termignoni racing exhaust, with titanium muffler sleeves and carbon end caps, the power and torque curves are increased across the entire rev range, reaching a peak of +4 hp and +5 Nm of torque, while weight is reduced by 4.5 kg. Homologated Termignoni mufflers are also available for the Hypermotard V2 family, also with titanium sleeves and carbon end caps, which combine a sporty design with a weight reduction of 0.5 kg.
The six-speed transmission is equipped with the second-generation Ducati Quick Shift (DQS) 2.0, which debuted on the new Panigale V4, and which offers a more direct shift feel; a shorter, repeatable, and less “rubbery” travel is particularly appreciated during sporty riding. The clutch is a slipper-type wet clutch with
progressive hydraulic control and low lever load. The final drive ratio (15/41) has been fine-tuned to ensure optimum engine responsiveness when reopening the throttle on open roads.
For younger riders with an A2 license, a version with power limited to 35 kW is available. This version delivers maximum power of 43.5 hp at 6,250 rpm, and peak torque of 5 kgm at 5,750 rpm. Maintenance intervals include valve clearance checks every 45,000 km, reducing maintenance costs.
All information on the new Ducati V2 engine is available in the press kit.
Chassis
The chassis of the new Hypermotard V2 has been completely redesigned, with the specific goal of achieving a ride that, while retaining the fun-bike character of the previous generation, is more neutral, easier, and more intuitive. Leaning is now very linear, without requiring excessive pressure on the handlebars from the rider, and subsequently, when cornering, the bike does not require corrections to maintain the line.
The chassis of the new Hypermotard uses a monocoque structure, designed specifically for this model, which serves both as a frame and airbox, using the V-twin engine as a structural element. This compact and rational solution allows the Hypermotard V2 to weigh 180 kg with all fluids, excluding fuel, a full 13 kg less than the previous model. The Hypermotard V2 SP, thanks to its lighter components, weighs an impressive 177 kg.
The 1,517 mm wheelbase and steering geometry with 26° rake and 110 mm trail make the Hypermotard stable at speed while maintaining the model’s signature agility.
Monocoque Frame
The cast aluminium monocoque structure uses the new V-twin engine, to which it is attached directly to the vertical cylinder head, as a structural element. In addition to fulfilling the classic frame function, the monocoque also serves as an airbox, closed at the top by the 12.5-litre fuel tank. The frame houses the air filter, throttle bodies, and fuel circuit complete with injectors.
The monocoque was specifically designed for this application, achieving higher lateral and torsional stiffness than the Panigale V2 and Streetfighter V2. For this reason, the frame features a stiffening cross at the front and a closed opening on the left side, similar to that found on other models.
The rear subframe maintains the tubular steel trellis structure, inspired by that of the first Hypermotard; it is attached to the monocoque at the top and directly to the engine at the bottom.
Suspension
The two versions of the Hypermotard V2 differ in their suspension and wheel configurations. The Hypermotard V2 features a fully adjustable Kayaba front fork with 46 mm stanchions and a Kayaba shock absorber with adjustable preload and rebound damping.
The Hypermotard V2 SP is equipped with fully adjustable Öhlins suspension, which offers a smoother ride and improved performance thanks to its greater ability to adapt to the micro-roughness of the road while still providing the necessary support during braking and acceleration. The rear shock absorber is an Öhlins STX 46 with a separate reservoir, while the front fork is an Öhlins NIX30 with 48 mm diameter stanchions and a TiN coating for improved smoothness.
On both versions, the shock absorber is mounted laterally, attached directly to the new double-sided swingarm, for easy access to spring preload adjustments. Both models are equipped with a Sachs steering damper.
The new double-sided swingarm, attached directly to the engine, is made of low-pressure casting aluminium alloy, reducing the average thickness of the structure. The heavily tapered external design recalls that of the Ducati Hollow Symmetrical Swingarm on the new Panigale V4, ensuring the same riding benefits in terms of mechanical grip, stability when exiting corners, precision in closing the line mid-corner, and maintaining the line through the curve. Compared to other sports models in the V2 range, the swingarm uses a different mounting system to the engine.
Wheels and Tyres
The Hypermotard V2 is equipped with 6-spoke Y-shaped light alloy wheels, measuring 3.50 x 17″ at the front and 5.50 x 17″ at the rear, shod with Pirelli Diablo Rosso IV tyres in 120/70 and 190/55 sizes.
The Hypermotard V2 SP is equipped with forged wheels featuring a 5-spoke design inspired by the Desmosedici GP, which are 1.56 kg lighter. Thanks to a 27% reduction in the moment of inertia at the front and 21% at the rear, the Hypermotard V2 SP’s tendency to naturally close the line is accentuated. The forged wheels are paired with the sportier Pirelli Diablo Rosso IV Corsa tyres, which offer greater grip in the dry, superior handling at high speeds, and consistent performance over multiple intense riding sessions.
For track use, the bike can be fitted with Pirelli Diablo Superbike slicks with a 180/60 rear section or, alternatively, the supersport size of 190/60.
Brakes
The new Hypermotard is equipped with a complete Brembo braking system that ensures high braking efficiency combined with precision and sensitivity at the brake lever, with excellent linearity between brake force and response. Both models, the V2 and V2 SP, are equipped with dual 320 mm discs at the front and a single 245 mm disc at the rear.
The Hypermotard V2 features M4.32 monobloc calipers, controlled by a PR18/19 radial master cylinder. The front calipers on the Hypermotard V2 SP are M50 monobloc calipers with four 30 mm pistons, featuring a compact design that allows for a weight saving of 140 grams per caliper compared to the M4.32. The front system is controlled by a PR16/21 radial master cylinder, which combines excellent feel with class-leading braking power. The brake pads were chosen to ensure an easily manageable response during initial braking and maximum efficiency during the second half of braking.
Electronics
The new Hypermotard features a latest-generation electronics package, with controls and functions derived from those of the Panigale V4. The functions are managed through a 5″ 16:9 TFT dashboard and a “petal” joystick on completely new control blocks.
To emphasize the cleanliness and elegance of the new dashboard, the physical warning lights have been removed from the external panel and moved inside the display, with the sole exception of the red LED over-rev indicator. The tachometer and gear indicator flash with a pulsating effect and turn green to indicate the moment of gear shifting, and red to signal the rev limiter intervention. During the running-in period, the tachometer turns orange when the recommended rpm is exceeded.
The screen features three display modes (Info Modes) called Road, Road Pro, and Track (all with automatic switching between night and day backlighting), which differ in the type of information displayed and the
corresponding graphical presentation. Using the handlebar joystick, it is possible to switch directly between the two Info Modes while riding.
The Road display is designed to provide essential information for road riding. The circular tachometer bar occupies the entire right-hand side of the display, with the gear indicator in the centre. The speed and selected Riding Mode are located on the left. The on-board computer data are located at the corners of the display, including the time, coolant temperature, and air temperature.
The Road Pro variant increases the density of information displayed, moving the tachometer to the centre to make room on the left for the percentage levels of power and torque delivered. The parameters for the selected Riding Mode are visible on the right.
The Track Info Mode features a straight tachometer bar, positioned along the entire length of the upper part of the display. The gear indicator is larger than the Road view, while the speed indicator is smaller. The left-hand side contains information from the Lap Timer Pro, if installed (GPS signal, lap time, split time, lap and session number in progress, split time improvement indicator, and lap time (overall or session-specific, as on the Panigale V4). The right-hand side of the display shows the Riding Mode parameters, allowing the rider to vary the level of intervention of every single control while riding, displaying their activation in real time.
The dashboard also allows Bluetooth pairing with a smartphone and a helmet communication system to play music, answer calls, and listen to the Turn-by-Turn navigation system (if installed).
Latest-generation electronic controls
The new Hypermotard V2 is equipped with modern and sophisticated electronics, based on the use of a 6-axis inertial platform, capable of instantly detecting the roll, yaw, and pitch angles of the motorcycle.
The Hypermotard V2’s electronics package includes:
- Cornering ABS
- Ducati Traction Control (DTC)
- Ducati Wheelie Control (DWC)
- Ducati Quick Shift (DQS) 2.0
- Engine Brake Control (EBC)
The operating parameters of each control are associated by default with the four Riding Modes (Race, Sport, Road, Wet). Riders can customize their riding styles and restore the default parameters set by Ducati.
The Hypermotard V2 SP also comes as standard with the Ducati Power Launch (DPL) and the Ducati Pit Limiter (DPL), which can be purchased as accessories for the Hypermotard V2.
Cornering ABS
The Hypermotard V2’s ABS system includes a “cornering” function, which extends ABS intervention even when the bike is leaning and derives the intervention logic and control types from the Panigale V4. Compared to other sports models in the V2 range, the Hypermotard V2 offers four levels of intervention instead of three, to better meet the needs of all riders, both on the track and on the road, even in situations where grip is critical.
ABS level 1, selectable even if not associated with any Riding Mode by default, is recommended for expert track riders and ensures racing-level ABS intervention, active on the front wheel only. Both the “cornering” function and rear wheel lift-up control are disabled for maximum performance.
Level 2 is recommended for track use by amateur riders. The system manages both the front and rear braking systems, maintaining the cornering function active but without lift-up control, thus allowing for more sporty braking. Selecting level 2 enables the “slide-by-brake” function, which allows for drifting into corners, safely training the rider in track drifting technique.
Level 3, unlike Levels 1 and 2, is a sporty setting suitable for road riding that allows for high deceleration while maintaining the cornering function and reducing lift-up control.
Level 4 is recommended for road riding in low-grip conditions. It ensures safe and stable braking in all conditions and constantly monitors rear wheel lift, even during sharp deceleration.
Ducati Traction Control (DTC)
The Ducati Traction Control strategy used on the new Hypermotard is derived from racing experience. In addition to interfacing with the 6-axis inertial platform and adapting intervention and wheelspin to the bike’s lean angle, the software significantly improves power management out of corners thanks to the new “predictive” control strategy. By acting not only on the instantaneous value of rear wheelspin, but also on its variation, it intercepts loss of grip more quickly and reduces wheelspin peaks, thus ensuring faster and more consistent intervention. All this translates into greater vehicle stability out of corners, even in less than optimal grip conditions, greater acceleration, and improved performance.
DTC, in addition to managing ignition advance and injection, intervenes in the throttle body valves when rapid intervention is not required, maintaining optimal combustion parameters and achieving smoother engine response and intervention. The control can be set to eight different levels (six designed for dry conditions and two for wet conditions), allowing riders to adapt the control strategy to their riding style, the context, and grip conditions.
Ducati Wheelie Control (DWC)
The Hypermotard is equipped with the latest version of Ducati Wheelie Control (DWC). This system, using information from the IMU 6D, controls wheelies and allows maximum acceleration performance to be achieved easily and safely. The DWC now more accurately detects the presence and severity of wheelies and intervenes to control them with greater precision, thus responding even more closely to the rider’s requests.
Ducati Quick Shift (DQS) 2.0
The Hypermotard V2 uses the second-generation DQS introduced on the new Panigale V4. Compared to a traditional quickshifter, the gear lever no longer features a Hall-effect microswitch, because the shift strategy is based solely on the gear sensor located on the shift drum. The benefit for the rider is a more direct shift feel, with a shorter, repeatable, and less “rubbery” travel, which is particularly appreciated during track riding.
Engine Brake Control (EBC)
EBC (Engine Brake Control) has been developed to help riders optimize the stability of the motorcycle in extreme corner entry conditions by balancing the forces applied to the rear tyre under intense engine braking. The Hypermotard V2’s EBC, optimized based on lean angle, monitors the position of the throttle valves, the selected gear, and the deceleration of the new V-twin’s crankshaft during aggressive braking, and precisely adjusts the throttle opening to balance the torque forces applied to the tyre.
Riding Modes
The Riding Modes allow you to choose from four different pre-set riding styles, ensuring the Hypermotard V2’s behaviour is perfectly adapted to the rider, the type of track, and environmental conditions. Each Riding
Mode is associated with a different control parameter setting; selecting the different Riding Modes allows you to instantly vary the engine’s character and the intervention of the electronic controls.
Race Riding Mode
The Race RM is designed for track riding on high-grip asphalt. By selecting Race, the rider can count on 120 hp, with direct Ride-by-Wire throttle response. Race Mode features a default, low-intrusion electronics setting without compromising safety, with ABS at level 2 without lift-up control and the activation of the “slide-by-brake” function, a controlled slide under braking that allows the bike to be safely sideways when entering a corner.
Sport Riding Mode
By selecting Sport RM, the rider can count on 120 hp of power delivery with a sporty Ride-by-Wire throttle response. The electronic controls are configured to perfectly support the rider when riding on dry roads. Rear wheel lift-up control under braking is engaged, and the Cornering ABS function is set to offer maximum performance when cornering.
Road Riding Mode
Road RM is recommended for use on low-grip surfaces. It provides the rider with 120 hp of power delivery, with a progressive Ride-by-Wire response to throttle opening, as with the Sport RM. The default level of electronic controls is set to offer maximum safety by ensuring the best grip and stability.
Wet Riding Mode
The Wet RM is designed for slippery surfaces, such as rain. With the default Low Power Mode, the Ride-by-Wire response is particularly softened, and the DTC, DWC, ABS, and EBC engine braking systems intervene even more significantly. Maximum power is limited to 95 hp/70 kW.
Of course, the rider can customize the Riding Mode parameters and subsequently restore the default settings set by Ducati. It is also possible to enable Level 1 ABS (recommended for more experienced riders on the track), which intervenes only on the front wheel, without activating the cornering function and lift-up control, to offer maximum braking performance.
Coming Home
The Coming Home feature improves convenience and comfort. It makes it easier to see your surroundings when arriving home in the dark. After turning off the motorcycle, the low beam headlights remain on for 30 seconds before turning off automatically. This feature can be enabled from the Menu.
Ducati Brake Light (DBL) EVO
The new Hypermotard V2 is equipped with the Ducati Brake Light EVO to improve safety in urban traffic. In the event of sudden braking from a speed above 55 km/h (34 mph), the rear light flashes rapidly to warn following vehicles. The hazard light activates when deceleration drops below a predefined threshold, and the rear brake flasher automatically deactivates.
DBL is disabled in the RM Race.
Accessories
Ducati Performance offers a wide range of accessories to customize the new Hypermotard. Carbon fibre parts include the front and rear mudguards, clutch and alternator covers, while the fuel tank cap, fork sliders, footpegs, and motard-style footrests are available in billet aluminium.
The offering also includes brake and clutch levers, grips (heated or conventional), a USB port, Cruise Control, sport or comfort seats of varying heights, a Turn-by-Turn navigation system, a Ducati Multimedia System, tank or passenger seat bags.
Also worth mentioning is the Termignoni exhaust, which is not homologated and is reserved for track use, that adds 3.6 CV and reduces weight by 4 Kgs, and the homologated double silencer (non street-legal outside EU5+ area) with titanium sleeves and carbon end caps, also developed in collaboration with Termignoni, which adds to the sporty design of the Hypermotard V2.
2026 Ducati Hypermotard v2 SP – Totalmotorcycle.com USA Specifications/Technical Details
US MSRP Price: $20,995 USD
Canada MSRP Price: $ 22,995 CDN
Europe/UK MSRP Price: £17,295 GBP (On The Road inc 20% Vat)
Type
Ducati V2 engine: 90° V2, 4 valves per cylinder, intake variable valves timing system, liquid cooled
Displacement
54.3 cu in (890 cc)
Bore x Stroke
3.8 in x 2.4 in ( 96 mm x 61.5 mm)
Compression Ratio
13.1:1
Power
120,4 hp (88.5 kW) @ 10,750 rpm
Torque
69 lb ft (94 Nm, 9.6 kgm) @ 8,250 rpm
Fuel Injection
Electronic fuel injection system. One injector per cylinder. Full ride-by-wire.
Exhaust
2-1-2 system
Gearbox
6 speed with Ducati Quick Shift up/down 2.0
Primary drive
Straight cut gears; Ratio 1.84:1
Ratio
1=38/14 2=34/17 3=32/20 4=29/22 5=24/21 6=26/25
Final drive
Chain 520; front sprocket 15; rear sprocket 42
Clutch
Hydraulically controlled slipper and self-servo wet multiplate clutch. Self bleeding master cylinder
Frame
Monocoque Aluminium
Front suspension
Ø48 fully adjustable Öhlins fork
Front Wheel
Forged aluminium 3,5″x17″
Front Tire
Pirelli Diablo Rosso IV Corsa, 120/70 ZR17
Rear suspension
Fully adjustable Öhlins shock absorber, Aluminum double-sided swingarm
Rear Wheel
Forged aluminium 5,5″ x 17″
Rear Tire
Pirelli Diablo Rosso IV Corsa, 190/55 ZR17
Wheel Travel (Front/Rear)
6.7 in / 6.3 in (170 mm / 160 mm)
Front Brake
2 x Ø 320 mm semi-floating discs, radially mounted Brembo Monobloc M50 4-piston callipers, radial master cylinder. Cornering ABS.
Rear Brake
Ø245 mm disc, 2-piston caliper. Cornering ABS
Instrumentation
Digital dashboard with 5” full-color TFT display, 800 x 480 px resolution; 16:9 ratio
Wet weight no fuel
390 lb (177 kg)
Seat Height
880 mm (34,6 in)
865 mm (34,1 in) with low seat accessory
850 mm (33,5 in) with low seat accessory + low suspension kit
Wheelbase
59.6 in (1,514 mm)
Rake
26°
Trail
4.3 in (110 mm)
Fuel Tank Capacity
3.3 US gal (12.5 l)
Number of Seats
2
Safety Equipment
Riding Modes, Power Modes, Ducati Traction Control (DTC), Ducati Wheelie Control (DWC), Engine Brake Control (EBC), Bosch Cornering ABS
Standard Equipment
Ducati Quick Shift (DQS) up/down 2.0, Öhlins suspension, Lithium-ion battery, Quick adjustment buttons, Sachs steering damper, Forged aluminum wheels, Coming Home, Ducati Power Launch (DPL), TFT colour display, Full LED lighting system, Daytime Running Light (DRL)*, Self cancelling turn indicators, Lap Timer, Pit Limiter, Carbon fiber front mudguard
Provided Equipment
Passenger footpegs
Ready for
Anti-Theft, Cruise control, Ducati Multimedia System (DMS), Lap Timer Pro, Heated grips, Turn-by-Turn navigation system, USB port
Warranty
24 months, unlimited mileage
Annual Service
12 months
Oil Service
9,000 mi (15,000 km) / 24 months
Valve Clearance Check
28,000 mi (45,000 km)
Notes
*Please check with your dealer product availability
Bike specifications and equipment may vary from market to market. Please refer to your local dealer for further information.
2026 Ducati Hypermotard v2 SP – Totalmotorcycle.com Canada Specifications/Technical Details
Type
Ducati V2 engine: 90° V2, 4 valves per cylinder, intake variable valves timing system, liquid cooled
Displacement
54.3 cu in (890 cc)
Bore x Stroke
3.8 in x 2.4 in ( 96 mm x 61.5 mm)
Compression Ratio
13.1:1
Power
120,4 hp (88.5 kW) @ 10,750 rpm
Torque
69 lb ft (94 Nm, 9.6 kgm) @ 8,250 rpm
Fuel Injection
Electronic fuel injection system. One injector per cylinder. Full ride-by-wire.
Exhaust
2-1-2 system
Gearbox
6 speed with Ducati Quick Shift up/down 2.0
Primary drive
Straight cut gears; Ratio 1.84:1
Ratio
1=38/14 2=34/17 3=32/20 4=29/22 5=24/21 6=26/25
Final drive
Chain 520; front sprocket 15; rear sprocket 42
Clutch
Hydraulically controlled slipper and self-servo wet multiplate clutch. Self bleeding master cylinder
Frame
Monocoque Aluminium
Front suspension
Ø48 fully adjustable Öhlins fork
Front Wheel
Forged aluminium 3,5″x17″
Front Tire
Pirelli Diablo Rosso IV Corsa, 120/70 ZR17
Rear suspension
Fully adjustable Öhlins shock absorber, Aluminum double-sided swingarm
Rear Wheel
Forged aluminium 5,5″ x 17″
Rear Tire
Pirelli Diablo Rosso IV Corsa, 190/55 ZR17
Wheel Travel (Front/Rear)
6.7 in / 6.3 in (170 mm / 160 mm)
Front Brake
2 x Ø 320 mm semi-floating discs, radially mounted Brembo Monobloc M50 4-piston callipers, radial master cylinder. Cornering ABS.
Rear Brake
Ø245 mm disc, 2-piston caliper. Cornering ABS
Instrumentation
Digital dashboard with 5” full-color TFT display, 800 x 480 px resolution; 16:9 ratio
Wet weight no fuel
390 lb (177 kg)
Seat Height
880 mm (34,6 in)
865 mm (34,1 in) with low seat accessory
850 mm (33,5 in) with low seat accessory + low suspension kit
Wheelbase
59.6 in (1,514 mm)
Rake
26°
Trail
4.3 in (110 mm)
Fuel Tank Capacity
3.3 US gal (12.5 l)
Number of Seats
2
Safety Equipment
Riding Modes, Power Modes, Ducati Traction Control (DTC), Ducati Wheelie Control (DWC), Engine Brake Control (EBC), Bosch Cornering ABS
Standard Equipment
Ducati Quick Shift (DQS) up/down 2.0, Öhlins suspension, Lithium-ion battery, Quick adjustment buttons, Sachs steering damper, Forged aluminum wheels, Coming Home, Ducati Power Launch (DPL), TFT colour display, Full LED lighting system, Daytime Running Light (DRL)*, Self cancelling turn indicators, Lap Timer, Pit Limiter, Carbon fiber front mudguard
Provided Equipment
Passenger footpegs
Ready for
Anti-Theft, Cruise control, Ducati Multimedia System (DMS), Lap Timer Pro, Heated grips, Turn-by-Turn navigation system, USB port
Warranty
24 months, unlimited mileage
Annual Service
12 months
Oil Service
9,000 mi (15,000 km) / 24 months
Valve Clearance Check
28,000 mi (45,000 km)
Notes
*Please check with your dealer product availability
Bike specifications and equipment may vary from market to market. Please refer to your local dealer for further information.
2026 Ducati Hypermotard v2 SP – Totalmotorcycle.com European Specifications/Technical Details
Type
Ducati V2 engine: 90° V2, 4 valves per cylinder, intake variable valves timing system, liquid cooled
Displacement
890 cc (54.3 cu in)
Bore x Stroke
96 mm x 61.5 mm (3.8 in x 2.4 in)
Compression Ratio
13.1:1
Power
120.4 hp (88.5 kW) @ 10,750 rpm
Torque
94 Nm (9.6 kgm, 69 lb ft) @ 8,250 rpm
Fuel Injection
Electronic fuel injection system. One injector per cylinder. Full ride-by-wire.
Exhaust
2-1-2 system
Gearbox
6 speed with Ducati Quick Shift up/down 2.0
Primary drive
Straight cut gears; Ratio 1.84:1
Ratio
1=38/14 2=34/17 3=32/20 4=29/22 5=24/21 6=26/25
Final drive
Chain 520; front sprocket 15; rear sprocket 42
Clutch
Hydraulically controlled slipper and self-servo wet multiplate clutch. Self bleeding master cylinder
Frame
Monocoque Aluminium
Front suspension
Ø48 fully adjustable Öhlins fork
Front Wheel
Forged aluminium 3,5″x17″
Front Tyre
Pirelli Diablo Rosso IV Corsa, 120/70 ZR17
Rear suspension
Fully adjustable Öhlins shock absorber, Aluminium double-sided swingarm
Rear Wheel
Forged aluminium 5,5″ x 17″
Rear Tyre
Pirelli Diablo Rosso IV Corsa, 190/55 ZR17
Wheel Travel (Front/Rear)
170 mm / 160 mm (6.7 in / 6.3 in)
Front Brake
2 x Ø 320 mm semi-floating discs, radially mounted Brembo Monobloc M50 4-piston calipers, radial master cylinder. Cornering ABS.
Rear Brake
Ø245 mm disc, 2-piston caliper. Cornering ABS
Instrumentation
Digital dashboard with 5” full-colour TFT display, 800 x 480 px resolution; 16:9 ratio
Wet weight no fuel
177 kg (390 lb)
Seat Height
880 mm (34,6 in)
865 mm (34,1 in) with low seat accessory
850 mm (33,5 in) with low seat accessory + low suspension kit
Wheelbase
1,514 mm (59.6 in)
Rake
26°
Trail
110 mm (4.3 in)
Fuel Tank Capacity
12.5 l (3.3 US gal)
Number of Seats
2
Safety Equipment
Riding Modes, Power Modes, Ducati Traction Control (DTC), Ducati Wheelie Control (DWC), Engine Brake Control (EBC), Bosch Cornering ABS, Ducati Brake Light (DBL)
Standard Equipment
Ducati Quick Shift (DQS) up/down 2.0, Öhlins suspension, Lithium-ion battery, Quick adjustment buttons, Sachs steering damper, Forged aluminium wheels, Coming Home, Ducati Power Launch (DPL), TFT colour display, Full LED lighting system, Daytime Running Light (DRL), Dynamic turn indicators, Self cancelling turn indicators, Lap Timer, Pit Limiter, Carbon fibre front mudguard
Provided Equipment
Passenger footpegs
Ready for
Anti-Theft, Cruise control, Ducati Multimedia System (DMS), Lap Timer Pro, Heated grips, Turn-by-Turn navigation system, USB port
Warranty
24 months, unlimited mileage
Annual Service
12 months
Oil Service
15,000 km (9,000 mi) / 24 months
Valve Clearance Check
45,000 km (28,000 mi)
Standard
Euro 5+
CO2 Emissions
125 g/km
Consumption
5.4 l/100 km
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