Saturday, March 19, 2011

Motorcycle 2011 Ducati Streetfighter S Edition

2011 Ducati Streetfighter S Chassis :

Single-sided swingarm

The single-sided swingarm is 35mm longer than the Superbike to ensure the Streetfighter’s acceleration need never be compromised. The longer, beautifully created aluminium swingarm follows the same dual construction detail as the Superbike models and is anodised finished in black.

Fighter frame
The purpose-built Trellis frame uses 25.6° of rake compared with the Superbike’s 24.5° to ensure a well-planted front-end.

Brembo Monobloc brakes
The Streetfighter S uses Brembo’s powerful Monobloc calliper race technology. Machined from a single piece of alloy, the callipers achieve higher rigidity and resistance to distortion during extreme braking. The result not only delivers planet-stopping brake power, but also gives an enhanced and precise ‘feel’ at the brake lever. The twin Monobloc callipers each have four 34mm pistons that grip huge 330mm discs to achieve their spectacular performance. The weight of the discs has been kept to a minimum by using racing-style narrow braking surfaces.

Ohlins rear suspension
Taking care of the rear of the ‘S’ is a single high-spec Öhlins unit fully adjustable in spring preload with full adjustment and highly engineered control of compression and rebound damping. The unit is also fitted with a ride enhancing top-out spring which helps maintain rear tyre contact under extreme conditions.

Marchesini 5-spoke wheels
The Streetfighter S reduces weight even further by using Y-shaped, 5-spoke wheels by Marchesini, forged and then machined in lightweight aluminium. The Streetfighter S wheels are finished in bronze.

Ohlins forks
The Streetfighter S pushes the spec way up with 43mm Superbike-spec Öhlins forks that have sliders treated in low-friction TiN. Fully adjustable in spring preload and precisely adjustable in compression and rebound damping, they ensure ‘S’ feeling and finesse when the fight gets rough.

2011 Ducati Streetfighter S Concept : Streetfighter culture

The Streetfighter culture was born on the backstreets of Northern Europe during the late 70s and 80s. If the Café racer movement had taken traditional bikes and transformed them to establish out-and-out sportbikes, then Streetfighters were definitely anti-establishment. They evolved by removing the fairings from sport bikes, fitting higher bars and customising to create high-performance, over-the-top nakeds.

Ducati’s Streetfighter project was inevitable. The passion to build the most successful Superbikes ever, mixed with the desire to create iconic, naked motorcycles was a rush of adrenaline just waiting to happen. Who else would create a bike for out-and-out purists to celebrate naked power in all its forms? A bike with muscle-engine performance, aggressive chassis engineering and intelligent electronics all laid bare to appreciate, respect and enjoy? Ducati build bikes for enthusiasts – for bikers who appreciate the details that come together to make an awesome bike.

Streetfighter design
The Ducati Streetfighter is equipped with everything that made the Superbike a legend: Awesome L-Twin muscle with brutal, big-bore torque, thoroughbred chassis technology, beautiful single-sided swingarm, planet-stopping Monobloc brakes and pure, sophisticated class.

While the tank and seat shapes leave no doubt as to the Streetfighter’s roots, it is the upright and commanding riding position that really starts to shape the character of this ultimate naked. New, minimalistic controls, instrumentation and headlight design leave the front looking clean and mean, while twin-stacked right-side mufflers at the rear leave the tail-end high and sharp. No other Ducati has ever achieved such an aggressive stance while providing a comfortable, empowering, controllable and enjoyable ride.

2011 Ducati Streetfighter S2011 Ducati Streetfighter S Righr Front Side

2011 Ducati Streetfighter S2011 Ducati Streetfighter S Right Side

2011 Ducati Streetfighter S2011 Ducati Streetfighter S Rear Side

2011 Ducati Streetfighter S2011 Ducati Streetfighter S Left Side

2011 Ducati Streetfighter S2011 Ducati Streetfighter S Engine

2011 Ducati Streetfighter S - North American Specifications
USA MSRP - $18,995 USD

Chassis
FRAME
Tubular steel Trellis frame in ALS 450
WHEELBASE
1475mm (58.1 in)
RAKE
25.6°
FRONT SUSPENSION
Öhlins 43mm fully adjustable usd forks with TiN
FRONT WHEEL TRAVEL
120mm (4.7in)
FRONT WHEEL
5-spoke in forged light alloy 3.50 x 17
FRONT TYRE
Pirelli Diablo Corsa 3 120/70 ZR17
REAR SUSPENSION
Progressive linkage with fully adjustable Öhlins monoshock with top-out spring. Aluminium single-sided swingarm
REAR WHEEL TRAVEL
127mm (5in)
REAR WHEEL
5-spoke forged light alloy 6.00 x 17
REAR TYRE
Pirelli Diablo Corsa 3 190/55 ZR17
FRONT BRAKE
2 x 330mm semi-floating discs, radially mounted Brembo Monobloc callipers 4-piston, 2-pad
REAR BRAKE
245mm disc, 2-piston calliper
FUEL TANK CAPACITY
16,5 l - 4.4 gallon (US)
DRY WEIGHT
167kg (368lb)
INSTRUMENTS
Digital unit with displays for: Speedometer, rev counter, lap times, time, air temp, coolant temp, battery voltage, A & B trips, fuel reserve trip, DTC status and level selected (if activated) scheduled maintenance. Warning lights for: Neutral, turn signals, high-beam, rev-limit, DTC intervention, oil pressure, fuel reserve. Plus: Immobilizer system and management of DTC and DDA
WARRANTY
2 years unlimited mileage
BODY COLOUR (FRAME/WHEEL)
Red (red / black) - Diamond black (racing black / black)
VERSIONS
Dual seat
SEAT HEIGHT
840mm (33in)

DDA
DDA
Standard equipment

DTC
DTC
Standard equipment

ABS
ABS
Not available on this model

Engine
TYPE
L-Twin cylinder, 4 valve per cylinder Desmodromic, liquid cooled
DISPLACEMENT
1099cc
BORE X STROKE
104x64.7mm
COMPRESSION RATIO
12.5:1
POWER
155hp (114kw) @ 9500rpm
TORQUE
85lb-ft - 115Nm @ 9500rpm
FUEL INJECTION
Marelli electronic fuel injection, elliptical throttle bodies
EXHAUST
Lightweight 2-1-2 system with catalytic converter and two lambda probes. Twin stainless steel mufflers

Transmission
GEARBOX
6 speed
RATIO
1=37/15 2=30/17 3=28/20 4=26/22 5=24/23 6=23/24
PRIMARY DRIVE
Straight cut gears, Ratio 1.84:1
FINAL DRIVE
Chain; Front sprocket 15; Rear sprocket 38
CLUTCH
Dry multiplate with hydraulic control
Emissions
STANDARD
follows the US Federal Regulation


2011 Ducati Streetfighter S - UK Specifications
UK MSRP - Starting from £14,295 (Prices quoted are SRP's including VAT)
Chassis
FrameTubular steel Trellis frame in ALS 450
Wheelbase1475mm (58.1 in) Rake25.6°
Front suspensionÖhlins 43mm fully adjustable usd forks with TiN
Front wheel travel120mm (4.7in)
Front wheel5-spoke in forged light alloy 3.50 x 17
Front TyrePirelli Diablo Corsa 3 120/70 ZR17
Rear suspensionProgressive linkage with fully adjustable
Öhlins monoshock with top-out spring.
Aluminium single-sided swingarm
Rear wheel travel127mm (5in)
Rear wheel5-spoke forged light alloy 6.00 x 17
Rear tyrePirelli Diablo Corsa 3 190/55 ZR17
Front brake2 x 330mm semi-floating discs, radially mounted Brembo Monobloc callipers 4-piston, 2-pad Rear brake245mm disc, 2-piston calliper
Fuel tank capacity16,5 l - 4.4 gallon (US)
Dry weight167kg (368lb)
InstrumentsDigital unit with displays for: Speedometer, rev counter, lap times, time, air temp, coolant temp, battery voltage, A & B trips, fuel reserve trip, DTC status and level selected (if activated) scheduled maintenance.
Warning lights for: Neutral, turn signals, high-beam, rev-limit, DTC intervention, oil pressure, fuel reserve.
Plus: Immobilizer system and management of DTC and DDA Warranty2 years unlimited mileage
Body Colour (frame/wheel)Red (red / black) - Diamond black (racing black / black)
VersionsDual seat Seat height840mm (33in)

DDA
DDAStandard equipment

DTC
DTCStandard equipment

ABS
ABSNot available on this model

Engine
TypeL-Twin cylinder, 4 valve per cylinder Desmodromic, liquid cooled
Displacement1099cc Bore x Stroke104x64.7mm
Compression ratio12.5:1
Power155hp (114kw) @ 9500rpm
Torque85lb-ft - 115Nm @ 9500rpm
Fuel injectionMarelli electronic fuel injection, elliptical throttle bodies
ExhaustLightweight 2-1-2 system with catalytic converter and two lambda probes. Twin stainless steel mufflers

Transmission
Gearbox6 speed Ratio1=37/15 2=30/17 3=28/20 4=26/22 5=24/23 6=23/24 Primary driveStraight cut gears,
Ratio 1.84:1 Final driveChain; Front sprocket 15; Rear sprocket 38
ClutchDry multiplate with hydraulic control

Emissions
StandardEuro 3

Via : http://www.totalmotorcycle.com/photos/2011models/2011-Ducati-StreetfighterS.htm

Monday, February 21, 2011

2011 Ducati Desmosedici GP11 Photo Gallery

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Monday, February 14, 2011

Spec Images and New Ducati Pramac in Moto Gp 2011


Spec Images and New Ducati Pramac in Moto Gp 2011
Genoa - Pramac Ducati team introduce their newest motorcycle in Genoa. On this occasion, Loris Capirossi and Randy de Puniet was present.

Spec Images and New Ducati Pramac in Moto Gp 2011
Induction motor is held in Genoa, yesterday afternoon. Not much has changed in the appearance of a new motor this Ducati satellite team. Everything is the same as it was once used and Mika Kallio Aleix Espargaro last year.

However, for the 2011 season, the team is more environmentally friendly. How not, squad based in Italy is using solar and wind as the basis for one of the main force in MotoGP this experienced team.

Team Pramac try to add strength to the hook Capirossi, who had 316 racers appearances in MotoGP. Meanwhile, teammate de Puniet was already competed approximately 200 grand prix races.

However, the performance of both drivers at the inaugural MotoGP test at Sepang circuit is less satisfactory. Capirossi could only finished 13th, while de Puniet just fell one place below it.

Reported by MCN, on Thursday (10/02/2011), according to the two main drivers of motor GP11 problem is their difficulty in diverting motor. The same was experienced duo of Ducati, Valentino Rossi and Nicky Hayden.

Thursday, February 3, 2011

Ducati Time!

Tuesday, February 1, 2011

New Ducati MotoGP Bikes (photo show and video)

New Ducati MotoGP Bikes (photo show and video)



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His team-mate Nicky Hayden hopes that the change Rossi's especially a good information exchange between themselves and stated that he was sure would help with Valentino at his side to a successful Ducati MotoGP season 2011.

For Ducati 2011 will be a very crucial year. After the change of Valentino Rossi on the racing team from Bologna, it is difficult for any expectations for the new team put up.

The annual event Wrooom in Madonna di Campiglio Ducati put together before the riders Rossi and Hayden, the new motorcycles for the season 2011. The technical director Filippo Preziosi Ducati Desmosedici GP11 described the as "Step Zero", from which will be developed from it all. Rossi was also modestly and was at once to get used to the new bike to have to look but he, nevertheless, very confident about the future together.

Furthermore, Ducati announced that they will cooperate within the next two years with Acer. The computer company will in future the equipment for the MotoGP team and provide the hardware for the next two years. "By partnering with Acer, we achieve an important goal," says Preziosi. "Acer is a partner that provides us not only reliable and powerful systems available, but also has much experience in racing."

Thursday, January 20, 2011

Ducati Ala Rado2 Pursang

Barcelona - A Spanish modification house, Rado2 Pursang featuring new creations by composing look into more radical Ducati Multistrada, Ducati called Rado2 Pursang.

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Home modifications this bike was made Ducati Multistrada that combined with the style of supermoto, streetfigter and cafe racer as well.

Rado2 Pursang has this fierce-looking Ducati equip with a capacity of 1,100 cc engine. The body changed to look more aggressive, stylish nakedbike with changes in single-swingarm monster S2R property and changes to the headlights pick-owned Yamaha MT-03, so it looks the front face is sharper.

In the fuel tank re-formulated by Rado with aluminum, while at the stern of using carbon fiber materials.

Ohlins suspension is taken from model cafe racer like the era of the 70s and has LED indicator lights. Frame and swingarm painted white as a typical sign of Ducati.

Wednesday, January 19, 2011

New Motorcycle 2011 Ducati Streetfighter Edition

2011 Ducati Streetfighter Concept :
Streetfighter culture

The Streetfighter culture was born on the backstreets of Northern Europe during the late 70s and 80s. If the Café racer movement had taken traditional bikes and transformed them to establish out-and-out sportbikes, then Streetfighters were definitely anti-establishment. They evolved by removing the fairings from sport bikes, fitting higher bars and customising to create high-performance, over-the-top nakeds.

Ducati’s Streetfighter project was inevitable. The passion to build the most successful Superbikes ever, mixed with the desire to create iconic, naked motorcycles was a rush of adrenaline just waiting to happen. Who else would create a bike for out-and-out purists to celebrate naked power in all its forms? A bike with muscle-engine performance, aggressive chassis engineering and intelligent electronics all laid bare to appreciate, respect and enjoy? Ducati build bikes for enthusiasts – for bikers who appreciate the details that come together to make an awesome bike.
Streetfighter design
The Ducati Streetfighter is equipped with everything that made the Superbike a legend: Awesome L-Twin muscle with brutal, big-bore torque, thoroughbred chassis technology, beautiful single-sided swingarm, planet-stopping Monobloc brakes and pure, sophisticated class.

While the tank and seat shapes leave no doubt as to the Streetfighter’s roots, it is the upright and commanding riding position that really starts to shape the character of this ultimate naked. New, minimalistic controls, instrumentation and headlight design leave the front looking clean and mean, while twin-stacked right-side mufflers at the rear leave the tail-end high and sharp. No other Ducati has ever achieved such an aggressive stance while providing a comfortable, empowering, controllable and enjoyable ride.

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2011 Ducati Streetfighter 2011 Ducati Streetfighter Rear Side

2011 Ducati Streetfighter 2011 Ducati Streetfighter Front Side

2011 Ducati Streetfighter 2011 Ducati Streetfighter Front Side

2011 Ducati Streetfighter - North American Specifications
USA MSRP - $14,995 USD

Engine
TYPE
L-Twin cylinder, 4 valve per cylinder Desmodromic, liquid cooled
DISPLACEMENT
1099cc
BORE X STROKE
104x64.7mm
COMPRESSION RATIO
12.5:1
POWER
155hp (114kw) @ 9500rpm
TORQUE
85lb-ft - 115Nm @ 9500rpm
FUEL INJECTION
Marelli electronic fuel injection, elliptical throttle bodies
EXHAUST
Lightweight 2-1-2 system with catalytic converter and two lambda probes. Twin stainless steel mufflers

Transmission
GEARBOX
6 speed
RATIO
1=37/15 2=30/17 3=28/20 4=26/22 5=24/23 6=23/24
PRIMARY DRIVE
Straight cut gears, Ratio 1.84:1
FINAL DRIVE
Chain; Front sprocket 15; Rear sprocket 38
CLUTCH
Dry multiplate with hydraulic control


Chassis
FRAME
Tubular steel Trellis frame in ALS 450
WHEELBASE
1475mm (58.1 in)
RAKE
25.6°
FRONT SUSPENSION
Showa 43mm fully adjustable usd forks
FRONT WHEEL TRAVEL
127mm (5in)
FRONT WHEEL
10-spoke in light alloy 3.50 x 17
FRONT TYRE
Pirelli Diablo Corsa 3 120/70 ZR17
REAR SUSPENSION
Progressive linkage with fully adjustable Showa monoshock. Aluminium single-sided swingarm
REAR WHEEL TRAVEL
127mm (5in)
REAR WHEEL
10-spoke light alloy 6.00 x 17
REAR TYRE
Pirelli Diablo Corsa 3 190/55 ZR17
FRONT BRAKE
2 x 330mm semi-floating discs, radially mounted Brembo Monobloc callipers 4-piston, 2-pad.
REAR BRAKE
245mm disc, 2-piston calliper
FUEL TANK CAPACITY
16,5 l - 4.4 gallon (US)
DRY WEIGHT
169kg (373lb)
INSTRUMENTS
Digital unit with displays for: Speedometer, rev counter, lap times, time, air temp, coolant temp, battery voltage, A & B trips, fuel reserve trip, scheduled maintenance. Warning lights for: Neutral, turn signals, high-beam, rev-limit, oil pressure, fuel reserve. Plus: Immobilizer system
WARRANTY
2 years unlimited mileage
BODY COLOUR (FRAME/WHEEL)
Red (racing balck / graphite grey)
VERSIONS
Dual seat
SEAT HEIGHT
840mm (33in)

DDA
DDA
DDA system-ready for Ducati Performance accessory

DTC
DTC
Not available on this model

ABS
ABS
Not available on this model
Emissions
STANDARD
follows the US Federal Regulation


2011 Ducati Streetfighter - UK Specifications
UK MSRP - Starting from £11,750 (Prices quoted are SRP's including VAT)

Engine
TYPE
L-Twin cylinder, 4 valve per cylinder Desmodromic, liquid cooled
DISPLACEMENT
1099cc
BORE X STROKE
104x64.7mm
COMPRESSION RATIO
12.5:1
POWER
155hp (114kw) @ 9500rpm
TORQUE
85lb-ft - 115Nm @ 9500rpm
FUEL INJECTION
Marelli electronic fuel injection, elliptical throttle bodies
EXHAUST
Lightweight 2-1-2 system with catalytic converter and two lambda probes. Twin stainless steel mufflers

Transmission
GEARBOX
6 speed
RATIO
1=37/15 2=30/17 3=28/20 4=26/22 5=24/23 6=23/24
PRIMARY DRIVE
Straight cut gears, Ratio 1.84:1
FINAL DRIVE
Chain; Front sprocket 15; Rear sprocket 38
CLUTCH
Dry multiplate with hydraulic control

Chassis
FRAME
Tubular steel Trellis frame in ALS 450
WHEELBASE
1475mm (58.1 in)
RAKE
25.6°
FRONT SUSPENSION
Showa 43mm fully adjustable usd forks
FRONT WHEEL TRAVEL
127mm (5in)
FRONT WHEEL
10-spoke in light alloy 3.50 x 17
FRONT TYRE
Pirelli Diablo Corsa 3 120/70 ZR17
REAR SUSPENSION
Progressive linkage with fully adjustable Showa monoshock. Aluminium single-sided swingarm
REAR WHEEL TRAVEL
127mm (5in)
REAR WHEEL
10-spoke light alloy 6.00 x 17
REAR TYRE
Pirelli Diablo Corsa 3 190/55 ZR17
FRONT BRAKE
2 x 330mm semi-floating discs, radially mounted Brembo Monobloc callipers 4-piston, 2-pad.
REAR BRAKE
245mm disc, 2-piston calliper
FUEL TANK CAPACITY
16,5 l - 4.4 gallon (US)
DRY WEIGHT
169kg (373lb)
INSTRUMENTS
Digital unit with displays for: Speedometer, rev counter, lap times, time, air temp, coolant temp, battery voltage, A & B trips, fuel reserve trip, scheduled maintenance. Warning lights for: Neutral, turn signals, high-beam, rev-limit, oil pressure, fuel reserve. Plus: Immobilizer system
WARRANTY
2 years unlimited mileage
BODY COLOUR (FRAME/WHEEL)
Red (racing balck / graphite grey) - Arctic white (racing balck / graphite grey)
VERSIONS
Dual seat
SEAT HEIGHT
840mm (33in)

DDA
DDA
DDA system-ready for Ducati Performance accessory

DTC
DTC
Not available on this model

ABS
ABS
Not available on this model
Emissions
STANDARD
Euro 3
Via:http://www.totalmotorcycle.com/photos/2011models/2011-Ducati-Streetfighter.htm

Sunday, January 2, 2011

big motorsport | ducati luxury motorcycles 2010 | reveiws and spesification

tags: motorsport modification , new motorbike, motorcycle news update, big motor, reveiws and spesification motor model.

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Ducati Street Bike
Ducati's $72,500 Desmosedici RR uses MotoGP technology which will bring the speed of the race track to the everyday rider.
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Ducati Speed Demon
The Desmosedici has a 200 h.p. engine and weighs less than 370 lbs., making it one of the fastest bikes in the world.
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Ducati Place an Order
Production on the Desmosedici will be capped at 1500 units. and limited 
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Thursday, December 30, 2010

Ducati Diavel

Last year Ducati smacked us with an adventure-touring surprise in the form of the oddball Multistrada, which we’ve since tested and loved several times. For 2011, Ducati further expands its customer base with the Diavel, a weird new roadster built within the power-cruiser idiom.
Despite the cruiser analogies, those at Ducati who have ridden the Diavel say it doesn’t really share any cruiser qualities. They promise a level of handling far beyond anything with a cruiser label, including a respectable 41-degree lean angle. And with a retuned version of the strong 1200cc V-Twin from the Multistrada, expectations are for a unique and stimulating ride.
“Let's see,” Pete muses. “A motorcycle with a claimed 162 hp and 94 ft-lbs joined by ABS, traction control, rider-selectable engine mapping, a slipper clutch and a monstrous 240mm rear tire from Pirelli. I like most cruisers, but I think I'll like Ducati's interpretation of a cruiser even more.”
Diavel prices start at $16,995 when they hit dealers around March, 2011.


Tuesday, December 28, 2010

Exotic Ducati Motorcycles Pictures

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Friday, December 17, 2010

Ducati Dirtbike Video... OUCH!

The former owner commentd on this beauty from an earlier post HERE and included this somewhat painful video. Great Stuff!


Death Valley on a Ducati from Joe Finn on Vimeo.

Thursday, December 16, 2010

Reader Ride. Cool Ducati and Cool Story.

It's like the bike found the right buyer at just the right time!  sometime you find a bike and sometimes a bike finds you.
Brian Writes in:

Howdy,
First off I wanted to say I love your site. The bike porn you feature

always gives me inspiration. So much in fact that I finally get to
submit my ride and story!
I looked for a vintage Ducati for years here locally in Seattle. Last
year one finally turned up, a 75 860 GT. The price was REALLY right and
local so I immediately wrote the guy thinking either the bike was gone
or something as it was simply too good to be true. The ad stated a box
of parts and all documentation going back to the 70s came with it. I
went out to see it, and indeed it was all true. Bought it right then and
there. Took it home and started doing some research. It was cafed pretty
early on in it's life. I saw in a DIOC newsletter index the story of a
cafed 860, turned to the page, and saw my bike! Looking exactly as it
looked then, except for a few new additions.
I am actually taking it back to stock now but thought it would be a neat
story to post up on your site. How it got from California to Seattle is
a mystery. Fantastic bike to ride and sounds like a terror with the
authentic Conti pipes!
Cheers,
Bryan

 
Outstanding!  Thanks Bryan!


Saturday, December 4, 2010

motor sports |new motorcycle |modification |EICMA 2010: Ducati Diavel and Monster EVO Unveiling

MV Agusta motorcycles will soon be available in Canada after the Italian manufacturer appointed a new importer.
Aftermarket parts and accessories company Motovan has been named the exclusive Canadian importer of MV Agusta.
“We have finally succeeded in obtaining all of the necessary approvals from the Canadian authorities therefore the motorcycles can be imported into Canada for the very first time in the history of MV Agusta,” says Umberto Uccelli sales director MV Agusta. “After many inquiries from Canadian consumers, we are very proud to have reached an agreement with a reputable Canadian powersports organization such as Motovan.”

MV Agusta F3MV Agusta motorcycles like the upcoming F3 will soon be available in Canada.
James Paladino, president and chief executive officer of Motovan Corporation, says his family has roots in Italy with MV Agusta.
“We are very happy to be associated with MV Agusta so that our passion lives on in our family,” says Paladino. “To me, this is a tribute to my father (founder of Motovan) since he worked on MV Agusta motorcycles in the 1950’s from his shop in a little village in Italy”

motorsports |motorcycle modification |new motor bikes |2011 Ducati Diavel Review (Almost)

Factory MotoGP rider Nicky Hayden Hayden rode the Diavel onto the LA Auto Show’s stage two days ago, culminating with a tire-smoking burnout. Ducati was there to share the spotlight with the AMG division of Mercedes-Benz, together announcing a new partnership that sees the high-performance AMG sub-brand sponsoring Ducati’s MotoGP team.

Nicky Hayden Ducati Diavel Mercedes Benz CLS 63 AMGDucati’s MotoGP rider Nicky Hayden smokes the Diavel’s tire next to an AMG CLS 63. AMG announced sponsorship of Ducati’s GP team at the LA Auto Show.
After Hayden’s smoky entrance, the hundreds of international automotive media promptly ignored the new 550-hp CLS 63 AMG and flocked over to the chunky Diavel.
The deal includes sponsorship of Ducati’s GP team for two years plus an option to extend it, and the marketing effort will also encompass test rides/drives at each other’s events. And company reps hinted about the possibility of one day cooperating on future products.
“I’m pretty sure our AMG Performance Studio will be able to capture the spirit of Ducati in a very special AMG someday,” teased Ola Källenius, CEO of Mercedes-AMG GmbH, “but that’s something for another show.”
“Our engineers and our designers will have a lot of input from them, and vice versa their designers,” Gabriele del Torchio, president and CEO of Ducati Motor Holding S.p.A, told Motorcycle.com.
Nicky Hayden Ducati Diavel Mercedes Benz AMGA throng of auto journalists gather around the new Ducati Diavel. Ducati CEO Gabriele del Torchio stands next to his GP rider Nicky Hayden, while AMG and Mercedes brass enjoy the shared spotlight.
Coincidentally, the companies share a history of using desmodromic valve actuation. Mercedes employed  the mechanical-closing valvetrain design in its fearsome W196 Grand Prix racer from 1954, while Ducati’s legendary engineer Fabio Taglioni first used the system in the 1956 125 Desmo GP bike, and the Bologna-based company continues to use desmo valves in its current range of V-Twin engines.
The 1199cc V-Twin from the odd but successful Multistrada finds a new home in the Diavel, seen for the first time in North America at this week’s auto show. We were able to try it on for size shortly after Hayden warmed it up.
 “I’ve got a Ducati 848 at home, but I might need to add one of these because it’s something different,” said the Kentucky Kid.
Nicky Hayden Ducati Diavel MotoGP Nicky Hayden, the 2006 MotoGP world champion, leans on the Diavel shortly after making a grand entrance at the LA Auto Show. He may be smiling because he likes the bike, or it might be because he was just told he’ll be getting an AMG Mercedes as part of a new sponsorship agreement.
The Diavel is indeed different, and it’s often been derided by traditional Ducatisti who revere the brand’s performance heritage. However, the Diavel (“devil” in Bolognese) is directed at a new clientele.
“I truly believe that we’re going to open a new market segment, as we did many years ago when we introduced the Monster,” del Torchio commented. “It was a new category in the market, and we think the Diavel will do the same.”
Ducati reps are cautious about describing their new creation as a cruiser, even if its long and low stance points it in that direction relative to something like an 1198.
“It’s very comfortable, very powerful and easy to ride,” related del Torchio, who has ridden the Diavel in prototype form.
Ducati Diavel Mercedes Benz CLS 63 AMG Gabriele del Torchio Ola KälleniusDucati’s CEO Gabriele del Torchio astride his company’s bold new model while Mercedes-AMG CEO Ola Källenius wishes his CLS 63 looks as cool as the Ducati.
Getting a chance to see the Diavel in the flesh, it looks smaller than the impression it gives in photos. It takes but a short swing of a leg to get onto the 29.5-inch seat, made possible by a low-mounted horizontal rear shock. The saddle’s bucket-like perch feels comfy but doesn’t allow much fore/aft room, and it’s nicely highlighted by red stitching.

Ducati Diavel Mercedes Benz AMG Ernst LiebErnst Lieb, CEO of M-B USA, aboard the Diavel. Note the rider ergonomics that are comfortable yet sporty.
Don’t expect anything like ape-hanger handlebars on this pseudo cruiser, as they are set quite far forward relative to a traditional cruiser. Similarly, its footpegs are located forward compared to other Ducs, but they are placed comfortably just ahead of the seating area. A rider’s view is dominated by the large expanse of the 5.3-gallon fuel tank and side-mount radiators. Clutch pull feels quite light.
Pulling the Diavel off its sidestand requires little effort, as the “Carbon” version we sat on (with forged-aluminum wheels and carbon-fiber accents) is said to weigh just 456 pounds – less than any 750cc-plus cruiser we can think of. And this is a 1200cc “cruiser” with a 162 galloping horses, enough, said del Torchio, to reach nearly 150 mph.
Further putting the cruiser label to rest is the Diavel’s cornering clearance. Del Torchio says it has up to 41 degrees of lean angle. To put that in perspective, consider that Harley’s raciest bike, the XR1200X, can achieve a 39- or 40-degree lean before touching hard parts.
Pirelli played a key part in the Diavel’s development, creating a wide (240mm) rear tire with a more rounded profile than fat cruiser rubber. Pirelli reps claim that it offers neutral turn-in response unlike anything this wide that was previously offered. If that broad bun fails to get your attention, the imposing stacked mufflers (that look big enough to fire mortar rounds) will.

2011 Ducati DiavelThe Diavel’s rear view is perhaps its most striking. The massive exhaust pipes and tire make for an imposing impression.
That steamroller tire is proudly on display thanks to a single-sided swingarm and a truncated tailsection that incorporates a faired-in taillight and clear-lens LED turnsignal strips. A stylish steel-trellis license plate bracket extends from the swingarm, further cleaning up the rear view.
Further adding to the Diavel's high-end appeal are the presence of aluminum body panels rather than cheap plastic. The fuel tank covers and the tailsection are fabricated from the lightweight metal.
Pillion accommodations are cleverly unobtrusive – footpegs fold down from the tailsection on thin brackets, while a grab handle slides out from its stowed area above the taillight.
So, although we don’t really yet know how the Diavel will ride, we have some positive first impressions. It has a captivating presence in person, and despite its cruiser leanings, it looks every inch like a Ducati with its red trellis frame and sport-spec suspension and brakes. There is literally nothing quite like it.
And consider the Porsche Cayenne SUV, which was roundly scoffed at by sports-car purists. It went on to become the brand’s best seller, providing an outlet for those who desired a 911 but couldn’t reconcile buying one because of family or comfort concerns. 
2011 Ducati DiavelThe Diavel’s front end shows its sportbike heritage, with Brembo radial-mount brakes, DLC anti-stiction fork tubes and gargantuan exhaust headers. The high-end Carbon version seen here features forged-aluminum wheels with machined accents.

We can imagine a segment of two-wheel performance enthusiasts who have long admired Ducati’s racing legacy and Italian style but have been intimidated by the company’s hardcore sportbike lineup. The Diavel might be seen as an easier introduction to Ducati membership.  
The standard Diavel will retail for $16,995 when it arrives in dealers early next year. The upmarket Diavel Carbon rings in at a spendy $19,995 for the black version; it’ll cost another $400 to get it in red. The Diavel’s performance bona fides will be put to the test early in February of 2011 during its press introduction. Stay tuned for the real review!

Nicky Hayden Ducati DiavelAlthough you won’t see Nicky Hayden piloting the Diavel around Grand Prix circuits, Ducati promises its niche-exploding bike will outrun anything in the cruiser class.
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Saturday, November 27, 2010

Ducati and AMG announce new alliance

The two will collaborate closely in the future to develop common marketing activities, with the German high performance car manufacturer being a sponsor for the Italian factory’s MotoGP team.

Ducati and AMG announce new alliance
The initial aim of the cooperation between the performance brand from Affalterbach in Germany and the Italian manufacturer of high performance motorcycles is to develop common marketing activities. The cooperation agreement was signed on Wednesday, during a press conference at the Los Angeles Auto Show, by Gabriele del Torchio, President and CEO of Ducati Motor Holding S.p.A and Ola Källenius, CEO of Mercedes-AMG GmbH.
"We are especially proud to have AMG as one of our sponsors for the Ducati MotoGP Team. I am also very pleased that our joint marketing activities are well under way. In AMG we have found a partner who perfectly reflects our brand values of high performance, motorsport, excitement and our sense of unmistakable style and design," said Del Torchio.
"I am very pleased that we are able to announce our strategic cooperation with Ducati,” said Källenius. “AMG and Ducati ideally complement each other, as both companies share the same values: racing as the driving passion, and high performance plus exclusivity as the central brand messages of both AMG and Ducati. This long-term cooperation will help us to jointly access new customer groups.”
The first visible results of the cooperation between Ducati and AMG will be joint marketing and sponsoring activities. AMG will support the Ducati MotoGP Team as the Official Car Partner from 2011. During selected AMG events, participants will be able to test ride Ducati motorcycles, and Ducati customers will similarly have the opportunity to familiarise themselves with the latest AMG high performance cars at events. The partners are also currently examining the further activities and strategic steps they might undertake together in the near future.

Friday, November 26, 2010

Ducati to cooperate with AMG


The two brands will work together closely in the future.

The initial aim of the cooperation between the performance brand from Affalterbach and the Italian manufacturer of high-performance motorcycles is to develop common marketing activities. The cooperation agreement was signed today, during a press conference at the Los Angeles Auto Show, by Gabriele del Torchio, President and CEO of Ducati Motor Holding S.p.A and Ola Källenius, CEO of Mercedes-AMG GmbH.
"We are especially proud to have AMG as one of our sponsors for the Ducati MotoGP Team. I am also very pleased that our joint marketing activities are well under way. In AMG we have found a partner who perfectly reflects our brand values of high performance, motorsport, excitement and our sense of unmistakable style and design," said Gabriele del Torchio, President and CEO of Ducati Motor Holding S.p.A.
"I am very pleased that we are able to announce our strategic cooperation with Ducati today. AMG and Ducati ideally complement each other, as both companies share the same values: racing as the driving passion, and high performance plus exclusivity as the central brand messages of both AMG and Ducati. This long-term cooperation will help us to jointly access new customer groups," said Ola Källenius, CEO of Mercedes-AMG GmbH.
The first visible results of the cooperation between Ducati and AMG will be joint marketing and sponsoring activities. AMG will support the Ducati MotoGP Team as the Official Car Partner from 2011, for example. During selected AMG events, participants will be able to test ride Ducati motorcycles, and Ducati customers will similarly have the opportunity to familiarise themselves with the latest AMG high-performance cars at events.
Joint events are planned for the members of the AMG Private Lounge, in which more than 13,000 AMG customers worldwide are registered. The partners are currently examining the further activities and strategic steps they might undertake together in the near future.

















The first visible results of the cooperation between Ducati and AMG will be joint marketing and sponsoring activities. AMG will support the Ducati Mot
The first visible results of the cooperation between Ducati and AMG will be joint marketing and sponsoring activities. AMG will support the Ducati Mot
The first visible results of the cooperation between Ducati and AMG will be joint marketing and sponsoring activities. AMG will support the Ducati Mot
The first visible results of the cooperation between Ducati and AMG will be joint marketing and sponsoring activities. AMG will support the Ducati Mot

Tuesday, November 23, 2010

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Monday, November 22, 2010

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Saturday, November 6, 2010

Stoner Last Pole For Ducati

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Casey Stoner give the last pole position for Ducati at Valencia MotoGP race 2010 with 1.31.799 or 0.331 seconds ahead Jorge Lorenzo on 2nd position by 1.32.130. On the 3rd start position, The Italian rider, Marco Simoncelli 1.32.244. Valentino Rossi, Nicky Hayden and Ben Spies on the 2nd row. On the 3rd row, Colin Edwards and both HRC riders, Dani Pedrosa and Andrea Dovizioso.

Marco Simoncelli, Randy DePuniet and Aleix Espargaro on the 4th row. Hector Barbera, Loris Capirossi and Hiroshi Aoyama on the 5th row, Carlos Checa and Alvaro Bautista on the last row.

Let see next Sunday race at Valencia. Who will win this last series of 2010 MotoGP.

Wednesday, November 3, 2010

2011 Ducati Diavel Launch in UK January Next Year




2011 Ducati Diavel the Italian company is introducing a new motorcycle concept, which is light and agile but also comfortable, featuring ' levels of performance that take your breath away.'

Weighting only 207 Kg (456 lbs) and packing 162 HP, the 2011 Ducati Diavel has a specially engineered 240 section rear tire, and features technologies like ABS, Ducati Traction Control and Ducati Riding Modes.

The 2011 Ducati Diavel price is 12,995 GBP, or 15,495 GBP for the range topping Diavel Carbon version which comes with a series of carbon fiber and forged performance parts and specially machined Marchesini wheels. 2011 Ducati Diavel will become available in the UK starting from January 2011.

2011 Ducati Diavel Features include:

* An 1,198cc Testastretta v-twin that produces 162 horsepower and 94 lb-ft of torque
* ABS, Ducati Traction Control, and three riding modes
* A six-speed transmission with a slipper clutch
* A 30.3 inch seat height, 28 degree rake, and a 240mm thick rear tire
* A dry weight of 456 pounds on the Carbon model, and 463 pounds on the standard

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