Thanks to the similar headlight clusters, body panels, and single-sided swingarms, discerning the Ducati Streetfighter V2 from the Streetfighter V4 can be quite challenging to the naked eye—especially in Ducati’s signature red colorway. The stealthy 2021 Streetfighter V4 and 2022 Streetfighter V4 SP liveries help most enthusiasts with this endeavor, and the new 2023 Streetfighter V2’s Storm Green color scheme cements the divergent paths.
To some, the new color option may seem like the standard fatigue green hue, but Ducati’s Centro Stile (Styling Center) was very intentional with the matte metallic shade. According to the Bologna firm, “the metallic grain creates a very evident play of contrasts” while the matte finish pairs with “the chromatic context of the mechanical parts”. Ducati couldn’t help but add a touch of red, however, with red rim tape alluding to the brand’s performance roots.
