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LEGO Technic has gained immense popularity for its hands-on approach to engineering and mechanics, making it an absolute delight for builders seeking a challenging yet rewarding experience. Within the world of Technic LEGO, motorcycles have become a standout category, where enthusiasts can assemble highly detailed and fully functional two-wheeled wonders. The LEGO Ducati Panigale V4 R is a shining example of this, showcasing the meticulous craftsmanship and precision that goes into these sets. It’s more than just building a model; it’s about understanding the mechanics that power these machines. So, whether you’re a motorcycle enthusiast or simply a fan of intricate engineering, LEGO Technics offers a thrilling ride into the world of hands-on creativity and design.
Set Details
The LEGO® Technic™ 42107 Ducati Panigale V4 R is all about style, sophistication, and performance. It captures the spirit and design of the original with its breath-taking looks. What sets this model motorcycle apart is that it’s the first in LEGO Technic history to have a gearbox, allowing you to explore different speeds and techniques. And that’s not all! It also features front and rear suspension for realistic movement, steering, and front and rear disc brakes. Every detail has been carefully considered to make this motorcycle replica truly stand out for Ducati fans. From the kickstand and the exhaust pipe to the windshield and the dashboard, no detail has been overlooked. And, of course, the classic red colour scheme will surely excite any Ducati enthusiast. As part of the LEGO Technic universe, this motorcycle model kit offers a fulfilling building experience. It introduces builders to the world of engineering as they learn how gear mechanisms work. Display this eye-catching model proudly, as its dimensions provide an accurate representation of the real-life version, measuring over 32cm long, 16cm high, and 8cm wide.
| Model Name | Ducati Panigale V4 R |
| Model Number | 42107 |
| Theme | Technics |
| Sub Themes | Licensed |
| Pieces | 646 |
| Minifigures | N/A |
| Launch Date | June 2020 |
| Current Status | Retiring Soon |
| Date Retired | N/A |
| RRP | £60 |
Investment Potential
Soon to retire, this stunning LEGO® Technic™ model of a Ducati motorbike is in the last chance section of the LEGO.com site for its RRP, however it can be bought for a 20% discount at £47.99 at Amazon currently.
| Launch RRP | £60 |
| Price Per Piece | £0.09 |
| Launch Price per piece | £0.09 |
| 5th Year Value | £86 |
| Percentage Increase | 44% |
| Expected Annual Growth | 8% |
| Theme Growth | 7% |
| Sub Theme Growth | 9% |
Theme Analysis
We have looked at the Licensed sub-theme which has delivered annualised growth of 9% historically (slightly outperforming the wider LEGO Technic theme which has returned 7% annualised growth across 400+ sets and over 20 years!).
We really liked the LEGO Technic Volvo EW160E (42053) which has more than doubled its £75 RRP since retiring in December 2017 (13% annualised growth). Another strong performer is the LEGO Technic Mercedes Benz Arocs 3245 (42043) which is now valued at £344 having retired with an RRP of £180 at the end of 2017 (12% annualised growth).
| Set Number | Set Name | Retired Date | RRP | Current Value | Total Growth | Annualised Growth |
| 42053 | Volvo EW160E | December 2017 | £75 | £157 | 109% | 13% |
| 42043 | Mercedes-Benz Arocs 3245 | December 2017 | £180 | £344 | 91% | 12% |
| 42030 | Volvo L350F Wheel Loader | December 2016 | £170 | £278 | 64% | 7% |
| 8110 | Mercedes-Benz Unimog U 400 | December 2013 | £155 | £285 | 84% | 6% |
Comparable Set Analysis
Within the Licensed sub-theme there is only 1 retired motorbike set but it has had superb post-retirement performance.
LEGO Technic BMW R1200 GS Adventure (42063) had an RRP of £55 when it retired in December 2018 and is now worth well over double that at £128 (19% annualised growth).
| Set Number | Set Name | Retired Date | RRP | Current Value | Total Growth | Annualised Growth |
| 42063 | BMW R 1200 GS Adventure | December 2018 | £55 | £128 | 133% | 19% |
Conclusion
The Technic theme has produced some very solid returns over a very large sample and long time period, yet we still feel that it can be a set pickers theme. We would rather a bit more track record of Licensed motorbikes, but the 1 comparator we do have has performed sensationally. The Licensed sub-theme sets do outperform the whole theme and we think this LEGO Ducati model will be another successful investment, purchasing at a 20% discount to RRP at Amazon just before it retires.
