Ducati Streetfighter V4

From classic beauty
to supermodel

When we saw the lady in her red dress for the first time, sporty and muscular, we immediately recognised her potential. Of course, a streetfighter like this already has many admirers, but we knew there was still room for improvement! A few embellishments here, a bit of jewellery there and a few other modifications would make it even more desirable.

The red colour of the fairing was allowed to stay, as it stands for the passion of the Ducati. We liked the golden colour of the standpipes so much that we also opted for this colour for the DID chain and the rims. The Italian colours are now to be found on her livery.

The chunky, flared mirrors and indicators made it look wider than it actually is. The new rimless mirrors from motogadget now emphasise its slim and sporty silhouette. The handlebar end indicators, also from motogadget, harmonise with the handlebar end grip and are barely noticeable when switched off.

The original licence plate holder has been replaced with a short one from Zieger. The modern, X-shaped Zieger licence plate holder provides an even sportier appearance and perfectly emphasises the Italian's sleek lines. The scales also show less weight.

Instead of the previously fitted inconspicuous brake and clutch fluid reservoirs, the red anodised reservoirs from CNC Racing in a triangular design really make a statement.

The open clutch cover with transparent impact- and temperature-resistant Lexan viewing window provides a fabulous view of the rotating clutch and is therefore our personal highlight. When using an open cover, it is worth investing in a visually appealing pressure plate and a spring disc, here of course also from CNC Racing. This allows the oil bath clutch to really come into its own. 

Furthermore, high-quality CNC parts such as covers, plugs, wheel nuts, screws etc. were used to add colourful accents. Most CNC parts are available in at least 3 different colours. Whether you choose similar or contrasting colours is up to you.

Of course, it wasn't just the visual aspect of the converted Italian that was important to us. There was still room for improvement in the areas of ergonomics, handling, performance and even riding enjoyment.

The footrest system from CNC Racing with its appealing design guarantees an optimum seating position and therefore an improved riding experience thanks to the 12 adjustment options. 

In addition to the footrest system, the sporty Lab-One grips from the same brand also provide more grip and riding safety.

A different exhaust system is always worthwhile if you are looking for more power and better performance. The replacement can also reduce the overall weight and thus improve the handling and agility of the bike. In addition to the reasons mentioned above, the deep and aggressive sound was another reason why we decided in favour of a QD system.

Conclusion:

Even such small details as different coloured bolts or nuts can significantly enhance the appearance of the Ducati. The replacement of a few add-on parts has emphasised the advantages of her beautiful figure wonderfully. Thanks to the new exhaust system, the little one no longer purrs like a kitten, but roars like a full-grown lion. And the most important thing: with the conversion, we have raised the driving experience and driving pleasure to a new level.

The pretty lady in the red dress has become a supermodel - ready to conquer the world's catwalks.