Ducati announced the launch of its first all-electric motorcycle prototype design, the "V21L", and also confirmed that it will use it to participate in the 2023 MotoE all-electric motorcycle competition.
The V21L incorporates design elements from past Ducati models, clad in a carbon fiber exterior. The exterior design was handled by Centro Stile Ducati. The 18kWH battery delivers 150 horsepower and 140Nm of torque. The entire vehicle, including the battery, weighs 225 kg, 12 kg less than the FIM (International Federation of Motorcycling) weight limit. The motor itself weighs 21 kg.
Test results at the Mugello Circuit in Italy show the V21L reaching a top speed of 275 km/h and a maximum engine speed of 18000 RPM. The charging port is located at the rear of the vehicle, and using a 20kW charger, it can be charged to 45% in just 80 minutes.
The battery pack, comprising 110 1152 cells jointly produced by Panasonic and Tesla, weighs 21700 kg and is located in the center of the vehicle. The cooling system utilizes a complex dual-circuit design to efficiently dissipate the heat generated by the battery, motor, and inverter, ensuring stable operation even under demanding driving conditions.
The frame is constructed from a 3.7kg aluminum monocoque front frame and a 4.8kg aluminum swingarm, similar to the Ducati Desmosedici. The rear subframe, encompassing the rear and driver's seat, is constructed from carbon fiber. The suspension system utilizes the Öhlins NPX 4/25 30mm inverted fork, also used on the Ducati Superleggera V43. The rear suspension utilizes an Öhlins TTX36 adjustable shock absorber, and the footpeg position can be adjusted to suit the rider's preferences.
The braking system adopts a customized Brembo design. The front left and right discs are made of thickened steel with a diameter of 338.5mm, and the heat dissipation effect is improved through a special structure. The caliper part adopts the GP4RR M4 32/36 specification and is equipped with a PR19/18 direct-push hydraulic pump.
The rear caliper uses P34 specifications and a PS13 direct-push hydraulic pump, paired with a 220mm diameter, 5mm thick disc. Since the transmission system is different from that of traditional fuel vehicles, the rear brake system control handle can also be installed on the left handlebar to replace the foot brake mode.
