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Panigale V2 Bayliss Anniversary Edition enters production

September 15, 2021 mcnews Leave a comment

Ducati Panigale V2 Troy Bayliss 20th Anniversary Edition

Production of the Panigale V2 Bayliss 1st Championship 20th Anniversary, the numbered series motorcycle that Ducati has built to pay homage to the legendary career of Troy Bayliss twenty years after his conquest of the 2001 Superbike World Championship, has begun at the Borgo Panigale factory. Starting from October the bike will start to filter out to Ducati dealerships in Europe but Australian stocks of the machine are not expected to arrive until January, 2022.

This unique model immediately entered the hearts of Troy fans around the world. In fact, since the first days after the presentation at the WSBK race in Assen, the bike has been ordered by many fans, already covering a large part of the production for the coming months.

Ducati Panigale V2 Troy Bayliss 20th Anniversary Edition

Troy is loved by the Italians like one of their own, and he loves them right back in spades and the relationship between himself and Ducati is a true family affair.

52 victories, 94 podiums and three world titles (2001, 2006 and 2008) won with three different bikes: the twin-cylinder 996 R, the 999 R and the 1098 R. Troy Bayliss is the only motorcycle racer in history to win MotoGP and World Superbike races in the same season (2006).

This special edition was anticipated as we approach the 20th anniversary of the first of Troy’s three World Superbike Championship crowns and while most had expected it to be a new limited-edition V4, of course it is only right and correct that this bike is a traditional Ducati L-Twin. It is not a limited-edition and will be available to order through Ducati dealers for the foreseeable future.

It is not a 996, 998 or 1098 from history, but a special edition based on the 155 horsepower 955 cc model that is part of Ducati’s current line-up.

Of course it wears some sexy livery commemorating Troy’s win that recalls the clothes worn by that first title winning 996 R, but also comes with a few extras to boot and is 3 kg lighter.

It’s a single-seater with Ohlins TTX36 and NIX30 suspension components and adjustable Ohlins steering damper along with a sprinkle of extra carbon-fibre and titanium.

Troy’s autograph is reproduced on the fuel tank, while the billet aluminium triple clamp shows the name of the bike and the progressive numbering of this unique model.

The motorcycle is also equipped with self-cleaning brake and clutch pumps with smoke grey oil tanks.

The electronic package, dedicated to active safety and vehicle dynamics control, includes the “cornering” function applied to Bosch ABS, the electronic quick shift that also works when downshifting and traction, engine brake and wheelie controls (Ducati Quick Shift, Ducati Traction Control, Ducati Wheelie Control, Engine Brake Control).

All the controls are integrated into the three Riding Modes (Race, Sport and Street) that can be modified using the 4.3″ colour TFT dashboard with graphics and interface designed to make menu navigation and settings adjustment intuitive, as well as immediate identification of the selected Riding Mode.

The World Superbike universe will also pay tribute to Bayliss’s career this weekend at Assen. On Sunday 25 July after the SuperPole Race, the Panigale V2 Bayliss 1st Championship 20th Anniversary will complete a lap of honour on the track, ridden by Aruba.it Racing – Ducati Team rider Michael Ruben Rinaldi, who competes in WorldSBK with the same number as Bayliss.

The twentieth anniversary of Troy Bayliss winning his first title with Ducati is being celebrated in Borgo Panigale with a temporary exhibition in the Museo Ducati entitled “Troy Story: The Legend of a Champion” which exhibits the bikes with which Troy was able to write some memorable chapters in the history of motorcycle racing. The exhibition can be visited until 19 September 2021 (here more information on visits to the Museo Ducati).

The Panigale V2 Bayliss 1st Championship 20th Anniversary will be available in Australian Ducati dealerships from January 2022 at $27,489.

Specifications

ENGINE
TYPE	Superquadro: L-twin cylinder, 4 valve per cylinder, Desmodromic, liquid cooled
DISPLACEMENT	955 cc
BORE X STROKE	100 x 60,8 mm
COMPRESSION RATIO	12.5:1
POWER	114 kW (155 hp) @ 10.750 rpm
TORQUE	104 Nm (76,7 lb-ft) @ 9.000 rpm
FUEL INJECTION	Electronic fuel injection system. Twin injectors per cylinder. Full ride-by-wire elliptical throttle bodies
EXHAUST	2-1-2-1 system, with 2 catalytic converters and 2 lambda probes
TRANSMISSION
GEARBOX	6 speed with Ducati Quick Shift (DQS) up/down EVO 2
PRIMARY DRIVE	Straight cut gears; Ratio 1.77:1
RATIO	1=37/15 2=30/16 3=27/18 4=25/20 5=24/22 6=23/24
FINAL DRIVE	Chain; Front sprocket 15; Rear sprocket 43
CLUTCH	Hydraulically controlled slipper and self-servo wet multiplate clutch. Self bleeding master cylinder
CHASSIS
FRAME	Monocoque Aluminium
FRONT SUSPENSION	Öhlins NIX30 43mm with TiN treatment, fully adjustable usd fork
FRONT WHEEL	5-spokes light alloy 3.50″ x 17″
FRONT TYRE	Pirelli Diablo Rosso Corsa II 120/70 ZR17
REAR SUSPENSION	Fully adjustable Öhlins TTX36 monoshock. Aluminum single-sided swingarm
REAR WHEEL	5-spokes light alloy 5,50” x 17”
REAR TYRE	Pirelli Diablo Rosso Corsa II 180/60 ZR17
WHEEL TRAVEL (FRONT/REAR)	120 mm (4.72 in) – 130 mm (5.12 in)
FRONT BRAKE	2 x 320 mm semi-floating discs, radially mounted Brembo Monobloc M4.32 4-piston callipers with Bosch Cornering ABS EVO. Self bleeding master cylinder
REAR BRAKE	245 mm disc, 2-piston calliper with Bosch Cornering ABS EVO
INSTRUMENTATION	Digital unit with 4,3″ TFT colour display
DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHTS
DRY WEIGHT	174,5 kg (385 lb)
KERB WEIGHT*	197 kg (434 lb)
SEAT HEIGHT	835 mm (32,9 in)
WHEELBASE	1.438 mm (56,6 in)
RAKE	24°
TRAIL	99 mm (3.90 in)
FUEL TANK CAPACITY	17 l – 4.5 gallon (US)
NUMBER OF SEATS	Dual seat
EQUIPMENT
SAFETY EQUIPMENT	Riding Modes, Power Modes, Bosch Cornering ABS EVO, Ducati Traction Control (DTC) EVO 2, Ducati Wheelie Control (DWC) EVO, Engine Brake Control (EBC) EVO, Auto tyre calibration
STANDARD EQUIPMENT	Ducati Quick Shift (DQS) up/down EVO 2, Full LED lighting with Daytime Running Light (DRL), Öhlins steering damper, Auto-off indicators, Lithium-ion battery, Silencer outlet cover in carbon fibre and titanium
ADDITIONAL EQUIPMENT	Passenger seat and footpegs kit
READY FOR	Ducati Data Analyser+ (DDA+) with GPS module, Ducati Multimedia System (DMS) and anti-theft
WARRANTY AND MAINTENANCE
WARRANTY	24 months unlimited mileage
MAINTENANCE SERVICE INTERVALS	12,000 km (7,500 mi) / 12 months
DESMOSERVICE	24,000 km (15,000 mi)
EMISSIONS AND CONSUMPTION (Only for countries where Euro 5 standard applies)
STANDARD	Euro 5
CO2 EMISSIONS	139 g/km
CONSUMPTION	6 l/100km

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Source: MCNews.com.au

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Ducati teams up with PGM for new Melbourne location

September 14, 2021 mcnews Leave a comment

Ducati Melbourne West to launch in Essendon Fields in 2022

With the Ducati subsidiary taking over in Australia last year came a commitment to extend the Ducati dealer network, with a focus on customer satisfaction and support. In line with that Ducati have teamed up with PGM to open Ducati Melbourne West in January 2022

Ducati Melbourne West will feature the full Ducati range

One of the longest established motor vehicle retailers in Australia, PMG have an existing and established relationship with Porsche, a brand that is part of the Volkswagen Group like Ducati. Having built a legacy with customer experience and performance at its core, the partnership between Ducati and PMG promises to deliver customers with additional Ducati support in Victoria.

In a facility that will spread across the Essendon Fields site, customers will be provided with services to support a premium customer experience. Ducati Melbourne West will showcase the entire Ducati and Ducati Scrambler range of motorcycles, after sales services and trained technical personnel. In addition, the facility will also house the complete range of apparel and accessories of both the Ducati and the Ducati Scrambler brands.

Sergi Canovas – Managing Director of Ducati ANZ

“We are beyond proud to partner with PMG and bring their passion and expertise to the Ducati network. After a long association with Porsche, we are confident in PMG’s ability to deliver the passion, experience and expertise that reflects the global Ducati dealer network. With a large and passionate community of Ducatisti existing in Melbourne, we once again prove that we are committed to seeing the community continue to grow with the addition of a key state of the art dealership.”

Robert Gattereder – PMG Chief Executive Officer, Robert Gattereder

“We are excited to add another premium and prestige brand to our stable and look forward to exceeding customer expectations. As a passionate motorcyclist, I am thrilled to introduce motorcycles to our organisation and I very much look forward to enjoying the passion that exists within the Ducati family and community. Our aim is to make it a flagship site in Victoria and a destination for Ducatisti.”

The facility in Essendon, Victoria will be located at 295 Wirraway Road, Essendon Fields and will open in January 2022.

The Ducati Scrambler range will also be represented, along with the accessories and apparel ranges

Source: MCNews.com.au

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New Ducati Monster ‘937’ arrives in Australia

September 2, 2021 mcnews Leave a comment

2021 Ducati Monster now available

The new Ducati Monster ‘937’ is now available in both Australia and New Zealand from $18,200 ride-away and if you’re not in lockdown, you can head to your local Ducati dealer for a test ride.

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The new Monster is fitted with a 111 hp Testastretta 11° engine, which it shares with the latest Supersport 950.

Ducati are calling this the lightest, most compact Monster yet, representing the epitome of the Monster line, even if it does feature a double-sided swingarm. Hence the name, just Ducati Monster, or Monster+ if you’re after the extras, with no number designation.

Euro5 homologated, the engine boosts capacity over the outgoing 821, offering more power and torque while slimming down weight by 2.4 kg. The main gain is in torque which is up to 93 Nm from 85.4, while power is bumped up a couple of ponies and their should be some instant urge thanks to a high 13.3:1 compression ratio. A slip and assist clutch is also fitted.

The new Monster runs the same powerplant as the SuperSport 950

The frame is based on the design of the Panigale V4, with an aluminium front frame attached directly to the heads, weighing only 3 kg, or 60 per cent less than the previous traditional trellis style unit.

The rims likewise have been shaved down to save 1.7 kg, while the swingarm loses 1.6 kg. The subframe uses Glass Fibre Reinforced Polymer technology to save a further 1.9 kg, with a total of 18 kg saved over the Monster 821, bringing the 2021 Ducati Monster to just 166 kg dry.

Weight savings are seen in the new frame, rims, swingarm and sub-frame

The new Monster is suspended by 43 mm USD forks, while a progressive linkage and preload adjustable monoshock handle the rear of the bike via an aluminium double-sided swingarm.

Brakes are Brembo M4.32 monoblock four-piston units, with semi-floating 320 mm rotors, and a radial master cylinder. At the rear you’ll find a 245 mm rotor with Brembo two-piston floating caliper.

Seat height is now 820 mm with a narrow design between the legs, ensuring an easy reach to the ground. A lower 800 mm accessory seat is also available. For those who need the bike lower still Ducati offer a lowered suspension kit which can further lower the seat height to 775 mm in conjunction with the low seat, but that will of course have trade offs in suspension travel and compliance.

The steering angle has been increased to 36°, up 7° compared to the 821, benefiting low speed maneuvering, with handlebars 70 mm closer to the rider and more upright for better control and comfort. The rider’s feet have also been moved, with Ducati stating ‘the legs are now less curled up’.

Lighting is LED with bars moved back towards the rider

An extensive electronics package includes cornering ABS, traction control and wheelie control as standard, alongside launch control. Ride modes include Sport, Urban and Touring, with electronics controlled via the switchblocks and current settings and speed viewed via a 4.3 TFT display that includes tacho and gear.

Other standard fitment tech includes the Ducati Quick Shift system, full LED lighting, including dynamic indicators and a USB socket for charging personal devices.

On the Monster+ we see a fly screen and passenger seat cover included. Service intervals are 15,000 km or every 12 months, while Desmoservice is every 30,000 km.

The 2021 Ducati Monster will be available in Ducati Red and Dark Stealth with black wheels, or in Aviator Grey with GP Red wheels. The Monster+ will be available in the same colours.

The new Monster is available in Australia with a starting price of $18,200 Ride Away.

The Monster with personalised plastic covers

To test ride the new Ducati Monster, find your authorised Ducati dealer here (link).

2021 Ducati Monster Specifications

Specifications
Engine	Testatretta 11°, V2 – 90°, 4 valves per cylinder, desmodromic valvetrain, liquid cooled, 937 cc (57 cu in)
Bore x Stroke	94 mm x 67.5 mm
Compression Ratio	13.3:1
Claimed Power	111 hp (82 kW) @ 9,250 rpm
Claimed Torque	9.5 kgm (93 Nm, 69 lb ft) @ 6,500 rpm
Induction	Electronic fuel injection system, Ø 53 mm throttle bodies with Ride-by-Wire system
Gears	Six-speed
Clutch	Slipper and self-servo multiplate wet clutch with hydraulic control
Frame	Aluminum alloy Front Frame
Forks	Ø 43 mm USD fork
Shock	Progressive linkage, preload adjustable monoshock, aluminium double-sided swingarm
Tyres	Pirelli Diablo Rosso III 120/70 ZR17, 180/55 ZR17
Front Brakes	2 x Ø 320 mm semi-floating discs, radially mounted Brembo M4.32 monobloc 4-piston callipers, radial master cylinder, Cornering ABS
Rear Brake	Ø 245 mm disc, Brembo 2-piston floating calliper, Cornering ABS
Electronics	Riding Modes, Power Modes, Cornering ABS, Ducati Traction Control, Ducati Wheelie Control, Daytime Running Light
Standard Equipment	Ducati Quick Shift, Ducati Power Launch, 4.3″ TFT colour display, Full LED headlight and lighting system, Dynamic turn indicators, USB power socket
Instrumentation	4.3″ TFT colour display
Dry Weight	166 kg (366 lb)
Kerb Weight	188 kg (414 lb)
Seat Height	820 mm (32.3 in) 800 mm (31.5 in) (accessory low seat) 775 mm (30.5 in) (accessory low seat + low suspension kit)
Wheelbase	1,474 mm (58.0 in)
Rake / Trail	24° / 93 mm (3.7 in)
Fuel Capacity	14 l (3.7 US gal)
Service Intervals	15,000 km (9,000 miles) / 12 months
Desmoservice	30,000 km (18,000 miles)
Warranty	24-month, unlimited kilometre
Available	TBA
Price	From $18,200 ride away

Source: MCNews.com.au

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Father’s Day gift ideas for the Ducatisti

August 27, 2021 mcnews Leave a comment

Ducati inspired Father’s Day gift ideas

Father’s Day is fast approaching and Ducati has some great gift ideas for the Ducatisti dad, whether you’re looking for some apparel so he can show that Ducati pride everywhere he goes, or so you can keep in touch while he’s out on a ride.

That includes the Ducati Corse Tee and Ducati Corse Backpack for the dad with a keen interest in racing, or the Ducati Company Cap for a more traditional look. The Ducati Communication System meanwhile, is the ultimate gift for if you’ve got extra to thank dad for this year.

Here’s a look at some options, with an even larger range to browse at the Ducati website, or if you’re lucky enough not to be in lockdown, you can drop into your local Ducati store.

Ducati Corse Tee

Grab dad this technical T-Shirt with highly breathable and fast drying fabric, making it ideal for everyday use and the warmer weather we’ve got on the way. Eco-compatible, it efficiently wicks away moisture while keeping the body dry. The Ducati Corse Tee is available for $59.00 RRP.

Ducati Communication System

The Ducati Communication System V2 by Cardo is an intercom for riders who want to travel in groups as well as for the technology enthusiast who want to use their device safely, without taking their hands off the motorcycle controls. The Ducati Communication System V2 allows the use of voice commands, as well as syncing for navigation instructions, taking calls or to communicate with passengers or other riders in your group who’ve also got a comms system fitted and paired up. The Ducati Communication System V2 is available for $517.27 RRP.

Ducati Corse Backpack

An extremely light and versatile multipurpose bag with practical double cord closure and metal reinforcements in the corners, the Ducati Corse Backpack is the ideal accessory to accompany Ducatistas in every adventure. The backpack measures in an 34 x 44 cm offering a decent amount of storage and is just $18.18 RRP.

Ducati Company Cap

For a classic clean look, that is simply Ducati, you can’t go past the Ducati Company Cap. Iconic colours, fabric and 3D embroidery combine for a timeless style, making it the perfect gift for all occasions, for $31.77 RRP.

Shop now at your authorised Ducati dealer or check out the full range at the Ducati website.

Source: MCNews.com.au

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A pictorial study focussed on the Ducati Desmosedici GP14.2

August 19, 2021 mcnews Leave a comment

Ducati Desmosedici GP14.2 Racer

With Phil Aynsley

My work as a photographer rarely provides bad days but some days are definitely better than others! Such was the case when I had the opportunity to shoot this Ducati Desmosedici GP14.2.

The GP14 was Ducati’s first entry into the “Open” class of MotoGP. Open class bikes had to use supplied spec’ software but were able to use more fuel, had more engines available during the season, and most importantly to Ducati, were able to continue development of the motor, rather than it being frozen at the start of the season.

The GP14.2 was the result of that development and was first used at the 14th, Aragon, round of the championship. Newly appointed at the start of the year Racing General Manager Gigi Dall’lgna used the GP14.2 as a stepping stone to the GP15, which was the first of the Desmosedicis to be fully designed under his watch.

The GP14.2 had substantial changes to both the engine and chassis, but as is normal for MotoGP the details were not released. This bike is an ex-Iannone Pramac Team machine.

Andrea Dovizioso was the best of the GP14/14.2 riders, finishing the year in fifth place with two podiums. Iannone was 10th with three fifth places. The released GP14 (not 14.2) specifications detailed an output of over 235 hp, a dry weight of 160 kg and a top speed of over 330 km/h.

Source: MCNews.com.au

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Ducati 100 Sport | A domestic Italian Special

August 11, 2021 mcnews Leave a comment

Ducati 100 Sport

With Phil Aynsley

The introduction, in 1957, of Ducati’s first OHC road bike – the 175 Sport, proved to be such a success, that together with the Turismo version, accounted for 25 per cent of the 175 cc market. As a result, that saw the company quick to follow with 125 cc (also in 1957) and 100 cc (in 1958) models.

The Ducati 100 Sport was a domestic only model, with this restored model featuring several non-standard parts

The same basic bottom end of the 175 was used on both smaller models although the sumps were both smaller and smooth, not finned, as were the rocker covers. The barrels and heads were of course of smaller dimensions. Wheels were 17-inch and the less bulbous tank held 17-litres.

The 100 Sport was purely a domestic model and was only made up until 1960. The 125 Sport was exported and survived until 1965.

Power was eight horsepower and good for 105 km/h

The very pretty 100 Sport did not have a detuned Turismo variant and was good for 8 hp at 8,000 rpm and top speed of 105 km/h, while weight was 100 kg. In comparison the 125 Sport had 10 hp at 8,500 rpm and a top speed of 112 km/h.

This 100 Sport was restored in Italy before being imported into the USA. It has several minor incorrect parts including the lack of a speedo (and the blanking plate is from a later model), the wrong sump and drain plugs (both should be marked Esso not AGIP), the wrong colour battery strap, an incorrectly shaped seat and the wrong horn.

Source: MCNews.com.au

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Ducati Panigale V2 Bayliss 1st Championship 20th Anniversary Edition

July 22, 2021 mcnews Leave a comment

Ducati Panigale V2 Troy Bayliss 20th Anniversary Edition

If there was any remote doubt that Troy Bayliss was still true bonafide Ducati royalty they were blown out of the water tonight when Ducati revealed a Troy Bayliss Edition Panigale V2.

Troy is loved by the Italians like one of their own, and he loves them right back in spades and the relationship between himself and Ducati is a true family affair.

It is not a 996, 998 or 1098 from history, but a special edition based on the 155 horsepower 955 cc model that is part of Ducati’s current line-up.

Of course it wears some sexy livery commemorating Troy’s win that recalls the clothes worn by that first title winning 996 R, but also comes with a few extras to boot and is 3 kg lighter.

It’s a single-seater with Ohlins TTX36 and NIX30 suspension components and adjustable Ohlins steering damper along with a sprinkle of extra carbon-fibre and titanium.

Troy’s autograph is reproduced on the fuel tank, while the billet aluminium triple clamp shows the name of the bike and the progressive numbering of this unique model.

The motorcycle is also equipped with self-cleaning brake and clutch pumps with smoke grey oil tanks.

The Panigale V2 Bayliss 1st Championship 20th Anniversary will be available in Australian Ducati dealerships from January 2022 at $27,489.

Specifications

ENGINE
TYPE	Superquadro: L-twin cylinder, 4 valve per cylinder, Desmodromic, liquid cooled
DISPLACEMENT	955 cc
BORE X STROKE	100 x 60,8 mm
COMPRESSION RATIO	12.5:1
POWER	114 kW (155 hp) @ 10.750 rpm
TORQUE	104 Nm (76,7 lb-ft) @ 9.000 rpm
FUEL INJECTION	Electronic fuel injection system. Twin injectors per cylinder. Full ride-by-wire elliptical throttle bodies
EXHAUST	2-1-2-1 system, with 2 catalytic converters and 2 lambda probes
TRANSMISSION
GEARBOX	6 speed with Ducati Quick Shift (DQS) up/down EVO 2
PRIMARY DRIVE	Straight cut gears; Ratio 1.77:1
RATIO	1=37/15 2=30/16 3=27/18 4=25/20 5=24/22 6=23/24
FINAL DRIVE	Chain; Front sprocket 15; Rear sprocket 43
CLUTCH	Hydraulically controlled slipper and self-servo wet multiplate clutch. Self bleeding master cylinder
CHASSIS
FRAME	Monocoque Aluminium
FRONT SUSPENSION	Öhlins NIX30 43mm with TiN treatment, fully adjustable usd fork
FRONT WHEEL	5-spokes light alloy 3.50″ x 17″
FRONT TYRE	Pirelli Diablo Rosso Corsa II 120/70 ZR17
REAR SUSPENSION	Fully adjustable Öhlins TTX36 monoshock. Aluminum single-sided swingarm
REAR WHEEL	5-spokes light alloy 5,50” x 17”
REAR TYRE	Pirelli Diablo Rosso Corsa II 180/60 ZR17
WHEEL TRAVEL (FRONT/REAR)	120 mm (4.72 in) – 130 mm (5.12 in)
FRONT BRAKE	2 x 320 mm semi-floating discs, radially mounted Brembo Monobloc M4.32 4-piston callipers with Bosch Cornering ABS EVO. Self bleeding master cylinder
REAR BRAKE	245 mm disc, 2-piston calliper with Bosch Cornering ABS EVO
INSTRUMENTATION	Digital unit with 4,3″ TFT colour display
DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHTS
DRY WEIGHT	174,5 kg (385 lb)
KERB WEIGHT*	197 kg (434 lb)
SEAT HEIGHT	835 mm (32,9 in)
WHEELBASE	1.438 mm (56,6 in)
RAKE	24°
TRAIL	99 mm (3.90 in)
FUEL TANK CAPACITY	17 l – 4.5 gallon (US)
NUMBER OF SEATS	Dual seat
EQUIPMENT
SAFETY EQUIPMENT	Riding Modes, Power Modes, Bosch Cornering ABS EVO, Ducati Traction Control (DTC) EVO 2, Ducati Wheelie Control (DWC) EVO, Engine Brake Control (EBC) EVO, Auto tyre calibration
STANDARD EQUIPMENT	Ducati Quick Shift (DQS) up/down EVO 2, Full LED lighting with Daytime Running Light (DRL), Öhlins steering damper, Auto-off indicators, Lithium-ion battery, Silencer outlet cover in carbon fibre and titanium
ADDITIONAL EQUIPMENT	Passenger seat and footpegs kit
READY FOR	Ducati Data Analyser+ (DDA+) with GPS module, Ducati Multimedia System (DMS) and anti-theft
WARRANTY AND MAINTENANCE
WARRANTY	24 months unlimited mileage
MAINTENANCE SERVICE INTERVALS	12,000 km (7,500 mi) / 12 months
DESMOSERVICE	24,000 km (15,000 mi)
EMISSIONS AND CONSUMPTION (Only for countries where Euro 5 standard applies)
STANDARD	Euro 5
CO2 EMISSIONS	139 g/km
CONSUMPTION	6 l/100km

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Source: MCNews.com.au

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2021 Ducati Supersport 950 arrives and demos available

July 7, 2021 mcnews Leave a comment

2021 Ducati Supersport 950

The Panigale V2 was comprehensively updated for 2020 model year but for 2021 it is the more affordable road biased Supersport model that has received the most attention.

Supersport 950 will be available in Australia from May, 2021, starting from $19,390 Ride Away while the S model will sell from $21,850 Ride Away

It also has grown a ‘950’ suffix to its name with the model now being referred to by Ducati as Supersport 950. Personally, I would have liked to the see ‘SS’ name plate brought back in to use.

The Supersport 950 has now arrived in Australia from $19,390 Ride Away and demonstrators are now available at Australian Ducati dealerships.

The side view of the SuperSport 950 is marked by air vents reminiscent of the double extractor of the Panigale V4 models. The lower fairing now extends to the side silencer, hiding the mechanical components

Does this new capacity suffix to the name suggest that they might soon unveil new Supersport machines with different capacity engines and expand the Supersport mode range…? I would say that is a fairly safe bet, but we are yet to be told whether that will actually and when.

The front view is dominated by the new full-LED headlamp with daylight DRL, which clearly recalls the light signature of the Panigale V4. The headlamp is completed by two bi-function LED modules for low beam and high beam that create a symmetrical look when the lights are on.

While the Panigale V2 is the track focussed twin-cylinder option in the Ducati range with 155 horsepower in its latest Euro5 guise and a dry weight of 176 kg, along with racer style ergonomics, the Supersport 950 is a slightly more relaxed steed with 110 horsepower and tips the scales at 184 kg.

The oil bath clutch is now activated by the new hydraulic control with self-bleeding radial pump equipped with an adjustable lever.

The engines are not just in a different state of tune but have completely different architecture. The Panigale V2 is powered by the 955 cc ‘Superquadro’ powerplant while the Supersport 950 uses the ‘Testastretta 11-degree’ engine that displaces 937 cc. While the peak numbers are lower in the Supersport they also arrive at them much sooner, the Panigale V2 torque of 104 Nm peaks at 9000 rpm while the Supersport 950 makes its 93 Nm at 6500 rpm. 80 per cent of that maximum twist is available from as low as 3500 rpm.

937 cc Testastretta 11° engine with 110 hp at 9,000 rpm and 93 Nm at 6,500 rpm

Clearly the Supersport is going to be the more practical option for the road but it’s still certainly no slouch and the riding position is still quite sporting. Ground clearance is not at Panigale levels though with Ducati stating that the Supersport offers lean angles up to 48-degrees.

Ground clearance is not up to Panigale levels but still pretty generous

Different strokes for different folks and all that…

Seat height is 810 mm with an optional lower 790 mm seat also available. Ducati promise both perches have had plenty of attention lavished on them and offer all-day riding potential. If you want softer again you can option a seat with another 25 mm of padding, which of course would similarly raise the seat height.

Ducati promise the seat is up to all-day riding. Here the Supersport S is pictured with the pillion seat cowl in place

The screen has two positions that are 50 mm apart to help cater for riders of different heights.

Plexiglas adjustable in height in two positions with a range of 50 mm

Ducati are even offering 25-litre factory semi-rigid pannier bags for the Supersport 950 and they do not detract from the looks of the machine at all.

Semi-rigid side bags of 25 litres + 25 litres with inserts in the colour of the bike

The SuperSport 950 is equipped with electronic controls based on information from Bosch’s 6-axis inertial platform, capable of instantly detecting the bike’s roll, yaw, and pitch angles in space. The electronic package consists of: Bosch Cornering ABS, Ducati Traction Control (DTC) EVO, Ducati Quick Shift (DQS) up / down EVO available on all versions, and Ducati Wheelie Control (DWC) EVO, a new feature on this model that characterises its sporting nature.

Brembo front brake system with two 320 mm discs and M4.32 calipers

The electronic settings are adjusted via the menu of the new 4.3” full-TFT display with graphics and interface, inspired by that of the Panigale family.

SuperSport 950 is equipped with three Riding Modes, called Sport, Touring and Urban. Each of these acts on the electronic Ride-by-Wire system, modifying power and delivery, on the intervention levels of Bosch ABS, DTC, DWC and on the activation of the DQS up / down.

The SuperSport 950 also relies on the latest evolution of the Ducati trellis frame, which uses the engine as a load-bearing element, combined with a single-sided aluminium swingarm.

The main steel trellis is connected to the cylinder heads, while the rear seat post subframe, also in steel, is fixed to that of the vertical cylinder.

Up front we see fully-adjustable 43 mm Marzocchi forks in combination with an adjustable Sachs rear shock.

The Brembo brake system consists of M4-32 monobloc radial calipers that act on two 320 mm diameter discs, operated by a self-bleeding radial pump with separate reservoir and adjustable lever.

The SuperSport 950 range also includes the 950 S version which is equipped with fully adjustable Öhlins suspension and rear seat cowl. The only other difference is a Ducati Red ‘Tag’ on the rims.

Ducati Red ‘Tag’ on the rims of the S model

The Supersport 950 will be available in Australia from May, 2021, starting from $19,390 Ride Away while the S model will sell from $21,850 Ride Away. Maintenance intervals are every 15,000 km, or 12 months, with valve clearance checks every 30,000 km.

Adam tests the Ducati Supersport 950 S

2021 Ducati Supersport 950 Specifications

SuperSport 950 / 950 S
Engine
Type	937 cc Testastretta 11°, L-Twin cylinder, 4 valve per cylinder, Desmodromic, liquid cooled
Bore X Stroke	94 x 67.5 mm
Compression Ratio	12,6± 0.5 :1
Power	81 kW (110 hp) @ 9.000 rpm
Torque	93 Nm (69 lb-ft) @ 6.500 rpm
Fuel Injection	Electronic fuel injection system, 53 mm throttle bodies with full Ride-by-Wire
Exhaust	Lightweight 2-1-2 system with catalytic converter and two lambda probes. Twin aluminium mufflers
Gearbox	6 speed with Ducati Quick Shift (DQS) up/down EVO
Primary Drive	Straight cut gears; Ratio 1.84:1
Ratio	1=37/15 2=30/17 3=28/20 4=26/22 5=24/23 6=23/24
Final Drive	Chain; Front sprocket 15; Rear sprocket 43
Clutch	Slipper and self-servo wet multiplate clutch with hydraulic control. Self bleeding master cylinder.
Frame	Tubular steel Trellis frame attached to the cylinder head
Front Suspension	Fully adjustable Æ 43 mm usd Marzocchi fork (950 S Fully adjustable Æ 48 mm usd Öhlins fork with TiN treatment)
Front Wheel	Y shaped, 3-spoke in light alloy 3.50″ x 17″
Front Tyre	Pirelli Diablo Rosso III 120/70 ZR17
Rear Suspension	Progressive linkage with adjustable Sachs monoshock. Aluminium single-sided swingarm (950 S Progressive linkage with fully adjustable Öhlins monoshock. Aluminium single-sided swingarm)
Rear Wheel	Y shaped, 3-spoke in light alloy 5.50″ x 17″
Rear Tyre	Pirelli Diablo Rosso III 180/55 ZR17
Wheel Travel (Front/Rear)	130 mm (5.1 in)/144 mm (5.7 in)
Front Brake	2 x 320 mm semi-floating discs, radially mounted Monobloc Brembo M4-32 callipers, 4-piston, radial pump with Bosch Cornering ABS. Self bleeding master cylinder
Rear Brake	245 mm disc, 2-piston caliper, Bosch Cornering ABS
Instrumentation	Full-TFT color display
Dry Weight	184 kg
Kerb Weight*	210 kg
Seat Height	810 mm
Wheelbase	1.478 mm
Rake / Trail	24° 91 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity	16 l
Safety Equipment	Riding Modes, Bosch Cornering ABS , Ducati Traction Control (DTC) EVO, Ducati Wheelie Control (DWC) EVO.
Standard Equipment	Power Modes, Day Time Running Light (DRL)**, Full-TFT color display, Adjustable windscreen, Ducati Quick Shift (DQS) up/down EVO, (950 S Öhlins suspension, Ducati Quick Shift (DQS) up/down EVO, Passenger seat cowl)
Ready For	Anti-theft system, Heated grips, Ducati Multimedia System (DMS)
Warranty	24 months unlimited mileage
Maintenance Service Intervals	15.000 km
Major Service Intervals	30.000 km
Standard	Euro 5
RRP	$19,390 Ride Away ($21,850 Ride Away for the S)

2021 Ducati Supersport 950 Image Gallery

Source: MCNews.com.au

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Saudi oil backed VR46 team secure Ducati supply

June 25, 2021 mcnews Leave a comment

Aramco Racing Team VR46

The new Aramco Racing Team VR46 have confirmed they and Ducati have signed a three-year contract together to compete in the MotoGP World Championship from 2022-2024, with the Tavullia based team also confirming they have penned a five-year contract with Dorna Sports to race in the premier class.

Aramco Racing Team VR46 will be an Independent Team with the Borgo Panigale factory, having two bikes line up on the 2022 grid and beyond.

Pablo Nieto – current Team Manager of SKY Racing Team VR46 in Moto2 and Moto3 – will be promoted to Team Manager of the MotoGP set-up, with the Spaniard closely linked to talents of the VR46 Riders Academy and the current teams they have in the intermediate and lightweight classes.

The agreement consolidates the partnership between VR46 and Tanal Entertainment Sport & Media, the joint venture with Saudi Aramco and is part of Tanal’s investment plans for Entertainment Sports & Media related to Saudi Vision 2030. These include large urban projects linked to the KSA New Cities brand, research and avant-garde technology with the involvement of MAIC Technologies, KMHG and other partners international projects and projects aimed at sustainability also in the Motorsport sector.

Alessio Salucci – VR46 Riders Academy

“We are happy to announce that in 2022 we will race in MotoGP with a team of two riders in the colours of the VR46. A journey that began a little over eight years ago with the birth of the VR46 Riders Academy, a beautiful adventure shared with Sky, a long, demanding journey, but full of satisfactions and which makes us very proud. This milestone has a truly unique meaning, but it is not an arrival point.

“Year after year, since 2013, we have grown, we have managed to write beautiful pages of our sport between Moto3 and Moto2 and we crossed our path with many young talents of Italian motorcycling that we have had the privilege of being able to support in their growth path and that we will continue to support from the classes lower up to the MotoGP. A key moment in our history that would not be it was possible without Carmelo Ezpeleta who has always believed in this project and to Ducati for the trust he has placed in us for the future.”

Carmelo Ezpeleta – Dorna Sports CEO

“Having the pleasure of welcoming Team VR46 to the MotoGP category in 2022 is exciting both for fans from all over the world and for the MotoGP paddock followed the incredible career of Valentino Rossi and the growth of the VR46 Riders Academy from the beginning. Valentino is and will continue to be a very important part of the FIM MotoGP World Championship and now, with his team arriving in the class MotoGP, his extraordinary legacy will continue to inspire new generations of riders and fans. We welcome them to the premier class and look forward to many great achievements in the future.”

Luigi Dall’Igna – Ducati Corse General Manager

“We are very pleased to have reached this agreement with VR46 for the next three years. Their Academy has always worked seriously and with great professionalism, giving many riders the opportunity to gain experience in Moto2 and Moto3, and today they can be proud to have brought three young riders of great talent. VR46 has also shown that it is able to competently manage the a successful team in Moto3 and Moto2 and therefore we will strive to provide the maximum technical support to their new team in MotoGP, convinced they have found in VR46 an ambitious and motivated partner like us, with a common goal to achieve great results together.”

HRH Prince Abdulaziz bin Abdullah Al Saud

“To communicate the beauty of Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030, from our history millennial to the major projects that have been announced for the next few years, we have selected VR46 for a five-year joint venture as a strategic partner for competing as protagonists in the MotoGP World Championship organized by Dorna Sports. The agreement just signed between the team and Ducati for the supply of motorcycles for the seasons 2022-2024 is certainly news that we welcome very much positive. Ducati is a company that has great value both in Italy and abroad as well to have demonstrated incredible competitiveness.

“It would be great for me that Valentino Rossi can compete in the next few years as a pilot of our Aramco Racing Team VR46 together with his brother Luca Marini who already competes this year with the sponsorship of our brands KSA New Cities, MAIC Technologies, TANAL Entertainment Sport & Media. TANAL Entertainment Sport & Media and Aramco in the next few days will announce a collaboration in the projects from Saudi Arabia of international motorsport and the details of the project with VR46 in MotoGP and Moto2 world championship with the hope of being able to further extend its presence in MotoGP, which represents a fantastic show to train in the future young Saudi champions are also imminent.”

As to that last point in regards to Valentino Rossi riding for the team the Italian superstar to this point remains distinctly uncommitted.

Source: MCNews.com.au

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Gresini confirm 2022 MotoGP tilt and rider line-up with Ducati

June 17, 2021 mcnews Leave a comment

Gresini and Ducati tie-up for MotoGP 2022

Starting from next year, Gresini Racing will be back as an Independent MotoGP Team, with Ducati as the manufacturer of choice. This decision has been strongly supported by Fausto’s family, and it leads to a whole new project tied with the Borgo Panigale brand for the next two seasons.

Team Gresini will be back in full control of their Premier Class effort and will do so with the all-Italian line-up of Fabio Di Giannantonio and Enea Bastianini, two talented young riders who are no strangers to Fausto and Gresini Racing.

Nadia Padovani – Gresini Racing Team Owner/Principal

“It’s a very emotional moment for each of us. In previous months, our efforts merged with a strong emotional push to shape the future of Gresini Racing, and now are immensely proud and happy to make the official announcement. It is a project born out of continuity and based on values upon which Fausto built this amazing institution. My thank you goes first and foremost to Carmelo Ezpeleta for making sure we never felt alone during these months, to Ducati for trusting our projects, to Flex-Box who joined us in this new challenge as title sponsor and obviously to Fabio and Enea: I’m sure they will give their best to wave the Gresini Racing banner high.”

Gresini previously spent seven years with Aprilia, but now enter a new chapter with Ducati.

Gigi Dall’Igna – Ducati

“We’re incredibly happy to have reached this agreement with Gresini Racing for the next two MotoGP seasons. We had laid down the foundations of a possible agreement with Fausto already at the end of last year and we would like to thank – from the bottom of our hearts – his family for carrying this project forward with us. Gresini Racing has been an especially important institution in MotoGP for many years and we are confident this partnership, which can count on two very talented riders such as Enea and Fabio, will be of great satisfaction for all parties involved.”

Carmelo Ezpelete – Dorna Sports

“First of all, it is a pleasure to continue working with Gresini Racing as an Independent Team. I know how much Fausto cared about this project and I’m sure he would be very proud of it now. I had the opportunity to speak with Nadia in recent weeks and I see in her, in her sons and the whole team the determination and the great passion for this sport that characterized him so much. We’re thrilled that Gresini Racing will continue, at least, 5 more years in the Premier Class”.

Source: MCNews.com.au

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