Ducati World Première 2020: two new models and many new features

Motorcycles move the soul, but some motorbikes more. There is certainly one among the brands that focus on emotion and adrenaline Ducati, which today presented the world premiere of the new range for the year 2020, anticipating what will be proposed to EICMA in November. The presentation was given by CEO Claudio Domenicali, engaging and excited host, and live at the headquarters of Borgo Panigale which interrupted operations throughout the presentation. Ducati is certainly synonymous with motorcycles, but since 2018 has introduced a range of e-bike highly specialized and ready for competitions.

The Ducati e-bike range is expanding, from racing to urban models

Today to the existing model Ducati MIG RR in fact they are added MIG-RR Limited Edition, MIG S and the city bike e-scrambler. Ducati MIG-RR Limited Edition will be produced alone 50 specimens and represents the top of the Ducati e-bike range, with electronic gearbox, Ohlins suspension, carbon rims and the possibility of customization directly during purchase with the possibility of having your name written on the frame. MIG-S is positioned below the current MIG-RR version but still maintains a complete and high-level setup. There e-scrambler it is instead positioned as a means for every day for urban contexts.

Updates on many models in the range, starting with Scrambler

After the chapter related to e-bikes we get to the heart of things, it's time for motorbikes. We start from scrambler, which after having been sold in 70.000 units since 2015 is also offered in Icon Dark version always with motorization 800 tsp. This version has specific coloring and price of 8.390 euro, therefore more accessible than the Icon version offered at 9.190 euros. Always considerate scrambler two sketches were previewed, one in key biker and one with an enduro twist Desert X with 1100 engine, which anticipate two prototypes that will be presented at EICMA.

New liveries for Diavel and Diavel S

Continuing the range, the new versions of the diavel, which is updated on an aesthetic level. The is proposed Dark Stealth color, with dedicated graphics and a total black look. For Diavel S the Ducati Red color, accompanied by black and white details, thus emphasizing the sportier side of the model.

Multistrada 1260 S Grand Tour: the new version for long-range tourism

Ducati also offers a new version for the Multistrada called Multistrada 1260S Grand Tour. This new set-up clearly aims at comfort on long journeys, offering the touring pack comes as standard with heated grips and hard bags, tire pressure sensors and fuel cap keyless refueling. This version also has specific graphics and saddle with Grand Tour logo.

Panigale V2: the bike to get closer to the track

Ducati is famous for its sports motorcycles, and therefore they could not be missing higher performing versions. The new one is presented Panigale V2, a medium sports car designed to be able to be handled on the track not only by professional drivers but still capable of providing 155hp and 104Nm of couple. The setup is very complete with Cornering ABS, quick shift, traction and wheelie control and engine braking control. This new model also has a advanced traction control, capable of managing losses of adhesion in a less abrupt way and thus obtaining a smoother driving at the limit and effective.

Ducati Panigale V4: same performance but more manageable and communicative

In the world of superbikes Ducati is famous for the big sister of the Panigale V2, that is Panigale V4. This model, the best-selling in its category with almost the 20% of the reference market, is renewed in many aspects with the aim of making the motorbike, already very high performing, easier to push to the limit even for non-professional pilots. The first change concerns the aerodynamics with the introduction of the aero body present on the Panigale R on all versions. This new fairing is able to generate a front one vertical thrust of 30kg at 270km/h, useful for making the motorbike more stable and reducing wheelies. This extra load at the front is also useful when braking, always with a view to greater stability. To increase ease of use to the limit, the frame has also been redesigned to make it less rigid. This new component, combined with the softer suspension setup it allows the motorbike to copy the surface better and makes it more communicative for the rider. As for the engine there is a new calibration which while maintaining the same torque and power values ​​as the 2019 model, i.e X at 13.000 rpm e 124Nm at 10.000 rpm it guarantees better behavior with the bike heavily bent, reducing the effect of the variation in radius that occurs when the rear tire works with high lean angles. All these changes make it so more intuitive motion, allowing you to still reduce lap times thanks to the greater confidence that he can give. Prices are 23.490 euros for the standard version which become 28.790 euros for the Panigale S.

Ducati Streetfighter V4: the super-naked inspired by the Joker

For those who don't only use the motorbike on the track but also on the road, Ducati has presented the new Streetfighter V4 and V4S, a naked da 208hp and absolutely extreme performance. The formula followed by Ducati, “The Fight Formula” it is apparently simple. We start from a Panigale V4 with the same electronics and the Desmosedici, the fairings and half-handlebars are removed and replaced by a higher handlebars and I also add some biplane wings. At this point we have a motorcycle with 208hp and only 178kg dry for absolute performance. Thanks to shorter final ratio then you also have the advantage of having more torque at the wheel even compared to the Panigale V4. This model establishes, according to Ducati technicians, the new reference for maxi nakeds, guaranteeing a 25% better weight-power ratio compared to the best performing competitor.