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Nicolo Bulega offered early feedback on his new Ducati Panigale V4 R following the end-of-season Jerez WorldSBK test.
Nicolo Bulega offered positive feedback on his new Ducati Panigale V4 R following the Jerez WorldSBK test. He led the timesheets in both sessions during the two-day test after the season finale, showcasing the potential of Ducati’s latest generation 2026-spec Panigale V4 R. Bulega noted the bike’s strong braking capabilities but highlighted that adjustments in his riding style are needed to fully exploit its performance. Despite struggling with turning initially, improvements were made on the second day of testing. The data collected will be crucial for winter developments, with Bulega emphasizing the need to adapt his riding style to continue progress on the new bike. The updated model features a double-sided swingarm aimed at enhancing rear-wheel grip and stability, with Bulega’s new teammate Iker Lecuona completing his first test with Ducati and both riders impressively finishing Day 2 on top of the timesheets.
