Italian motorcycle manufacturer Ducati has partnered up with LEGO to present the latest model in the LEGO® Technic™ line: the Ducati Panigale V4 R.

This little bright red motorcycle is the result of a licensing agreement recently signed between the LEGO Group and Ducati Motor Holding. “Unique of its kind, the first-ever brick reproduction of a Ducati motorcycle expresses and respects the values of ‘Style, Sophistication and Performance’ that characterize the brand,” Ducati claimed. 

The newest LEGO set combines LEGO Technic DNA with that of Ducati, creating an amazing reproduction of the Panigale V4 R, which would make any child or motorcycle fanatic giddy with excitement.

"Being one of the first to have built with bricks the model of an icon such as the Ducati Panigale V4 R was exciting", stated Paolo Lazzarin, General Manager of LEGO Italia.

"The set perfectly captures the spirit and design of the original thereby transforming the concept of performance: pure adrenalin racing and full control. This model is the brainchild of the partnership with Ducati Design Center and I am convinced that LEGO fans of all ages will appreciate the attention-to-detail in this amazing motorcycle replica created by LEGO Technic.”

The Panigale V4R is the most powerful and high-performance Ducati of all time, putting out 221 horsepower with the Ducati Performance by Akrapovič full-racing exhaust thanks to the 998 cc Desmosedici Stradale R, an “engine born to compete on track in the WSBK championship.” The Italian brand claims: “Never before has ‘LEGO Build for Real’ transported fans from game to reality.”

“The thrill of the engine roar, the adrenaline of acceleration and the riding position in tackling curves, combined with a breath-taking design; anyone who has ever imagined riding this motorcycle symbol of Italian engineering will love building the LEGO® Technic™ Ducati Panigale V4 R set,” Ducati claimed.

"It will be fantastic to discover how the innovative 2-speed gearbox, exclusive to this new LEGO reproduction, activates the V4 engine, as well as trying the innovative and original front and rear suspension, to simulate a GP ride and feel like an official Ducati rider.”

The LEGO® Technic™ Ducati Panigale V4 R measures 32 cm (12.5 inches) in length, 16 cm (6.2 inches) in height and 8 cm (3.14 inches) in width and is the first motorcycle model in LEGO® Technic™ history to actually include a gearbox to make it feel more realistic as it simulates different speeds and riding techniques.

Other awesome features that would make any enthusiast stoked are the steering and suspension that feels surprisingly realistic, in addition to front and rear disc brakes. The model also comes with a kickstand, exhaust pipe, windscreen and dashboard, make the bike look like a shot for shor recreation of the real version. Which, in a sense, it is.

“We have all been children fond of LEGO bricks and I think it is easy to understand that this new licensing agreement between Ducati and the LEGO Group is like a dream come true. Two excellences that share the same values of dedication, passion and attention to detail come together to give life to a unique experience” said Alessandro Cicognani, Ducati Licensing Director.

“Our hope is that the Ducati Panigale V4 R LEGO® Technic™ can bring together, excite and entertain children and parents, but also all the fans who ride their motorbikes every day."

“The Ducati Panigale V4 R is such an elegant icon and a masterpiece of technology” states Aurélien Rouffiange, Senior Designer of LEGO Technic.

“It was essential for me to include as many details and features as I could, to capture all the curves and the unique design of the Red icon, to create for the first time a functioning gearbox and steering as well as a V4 cylinder engine that spins. To me riding is all about the sensation you feel in connection with the road on your motorcycle. I hope that building the LEGO TECHNIC Panigale V4R model brings you the same excitement. Not only a play experience but also a way to learn about mechanics, power and technology. The beginning of a long journey with a lot of fun and passion.”

Building and creating the LEGO® Technic™ Ducati Panigale V4 R set is sure to be an exciting and rewarding construction experience for anyone regardless of their age. Reproducing the realistic features such as the engine introduces builders to the world of engineering, and just one look at the details of the decals and mechanisms lets you see how similar this brick model is to the real Panigale V4 R.

Aimed for aged 10 and above, the LEGO® Technic™ Ducati Panigale V4 R model, created with 646 pieces, is available for purchase in Ducati dealerships, in the Ducati Online Shop, in LEGO Stores, in the LEGO Online Store and in LEGO Brand Retail Stores starting from June priced at €59.99 (approximately PhP 3,300). 

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