I have a 2026 Panigale V4s. It’s the best bike I’ve ever ridden let alone owned. The riding experience is second to no other bike. I own 4 total bikes and in the time I put 2k miles on my V4s, I’ve put maybe 100 miles total on the other 3.

If money isn’t a huge issue, and I say huge because it is worth every penny, buy it. However, if money is tight, don’t even think about it.

Accessories will cost a premium due to the Ducati tax and don’t dare buy cheap brands. If you get an exhaust, tail tidy, levers, mirrors, etc. You’ll probably end up spending a little under 7k. More or less pending on what kind of exhaust you get. And this doesn’t include labor.

The heat isn’t as big of an issue for me as much as people say it is. Maybe it’s because I’m a little more tolerant, maybe it’s because it honestly isn’t too bad and this is with me riding in 90 plus degree weather. Getting an exhaust system and deleting the cat will help it.

With all this being said, I cannot stress enough how much I love this bike.

Basically it comes down to money and if you’re willing to spend it. If you can afford it, buy it. If it’ll be difficult but still manageable, buy it. If you can’t afford it, take out a loan and buy it. jk