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Michael Dunlop has got his first laps in aboard his Ducati Panigale V4 R during this week’s BSB test at Oulton Park.
Isle of Man TT legend Michael Dunlop is preparing for this year’s road racing campaign by familiarizing himself with his new Ducati Panigale V4 R race bike during the week’s BSB test at Oulton Park.
Last year, Dunlop debuted the BMW M1000 RR at the Oulton Park BSB test, and this year he’s revealing the Ducati Panigale V4 R for the first time.
Having spent one year on the BMW, Dunlop announced his switch to the Panigale for the 2026 road racing season, following his victories at the North West 200 last year.
Dunlop’s transition to Ducati in the Supersport class saw him secure victories at the Supersport TTs last year, marking Ducati’s first wins at the prestigious road race since 1995.
The recent Oulton Park test is a crucial step in Dunlop’s road racing preparation for this year, with his best lap time standing at 1m38.808s after five of six sessions.
Following his triumph at the 2025 North West 200, Dunlop is set to defend his titles in various races at the event on Saturday 9 May, before focusing on the upcoming Isle of Man TT starting on 25 May.
