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It is almost time to present the 2024 Ducati official racing teams, but I still want to dedicate a well-deserved appreciation moment to the 2023 Panigale World Championship Replica! These amazing objects celebrate the racing successes of last season and will be produced in a limited and numbered series. The more I look at them, the more I'm reminded of the emotions I've felt race after race following each competition, from home or in the box. Each is an authentic collector’s item dedicated to our most passionate clients. They are full of exclusive details: model name, progressive number and rider number are laser-engraved on the aluminium steering plate of the bikes, while on the saddle is sewed the personal logo of each champion. But the most important feature is that each one of them will be different, like real art pieces, because of the one-to-one handmade signature done by our champions. The quantities in which the bikes will be produced are different for each of them because they celebrate the racing numbers of the riders to whom they are dedicated. This means that Pecco and Álvaro will face the 'signature marathon' on 263 and 219 units respectively, Jorge on 189, Nicolò on 111 and Bez on 72. All technical solutions and components of the motorcycles have been chosen to recreate the excitement of racing on the track, aiming at transforming each Replica into the closest thing ever to the original racing bikes that a passionate Ducatista could collect. In the pictures below you can see with your own eyes how beautiful they are! Which livery is your favourite? #Ducati #WorldChampions #Panigale2023Replica #DucatiCorse Ducati Motor Holding

Ducati and Triumph unexpectedly took on the challenge of building a Motocross bike each, despite having no prior know-how, yet both managed to produce remarkably solid bikes capable of winning or competing at the top of their categories. Triumph made its debut in the World Championship, hovering around the podium with impressive speed and consistency in the MX2 class, where high-revving engines are crucial. Meanwhile, Ducati made its first appearance in the Italian championship, winning its inaugural race. Although the competition level wasn't the highest, considering the bike was born just six months prior, it's quite remarkable. Nowadays, motorcycle manufacturers are capable of achieving miracles, even though we're talking about industry giants. This is truly fascinating. Looking back, there are numerous examples of bikes that were unfortunate and ended up without any glory. In 1978, HD attempted to enter the off-road market with the 250cc MX250 Harley-Davidson, but the bike faltered........ continue to read it on my blog clicking on the link/picture below ⬇️ https://lnkd.in/ePbbtsD2 Ducati Motor Holding , Triumph Motorcycles Limited #ducati #triumph #ICE #mxgp #mx2

MotoGP™ star Johann Zarco shares his insights into Ducati Motor Holding’s success and the close competition in the world of premier class racing. Zarco highlights Ducati's impressive capability: “What Ducati has been incredible at is to make a bike that all riders can win on,” he elaborates on their remarkable approach to creating a competitive machine. The key, according to Zarco, is Ducati's focus on the rider: “They give the opportunity to each rider to win races and to fight for podiums, by finding for everyone a good feeling on the bike.” This philosophy underscores Ducati's commitment to rider-centric development. Zarco admires this strategy, saying, “This is where they have been fantastic.” It's not just about the bike's power or technology but how it connects with each rider. But Zarco also sees potential in the competition: “But when you analyse everything, the [performance] difference is not so big and that's what gives a lot of hopes for the others.” He suggests that small changes could elevate other teams to Ducati’s level. His optimism for the sport concludes with, “Because it will be one change, or a few changes, that will bring the other bikes also on the top.” Zarco's perspective brings an exciting angle to the ongoing developments in MotoGP, as teams and riders gear up for another thrilling season! #JohannZarco #MotoGP #Ducati #RacingPassion #MotorcycleRacing #TeamSpirit #OnTheRise #JZ05 #LCRHonda #469Motorsports

Ducati Supermono https://lnkd.in/eCCq7GgT Ducati lay claim to some of motorcycling’s most desirable and exclusive models. Yet one sits above all else in terms of scarcity, mystique, and value: the 1993 Supermono. Small, stunning and saturated with exotic materials, the 549cc production racer was designed to showcase Ducati’s technical prowess in single-cylinder racing, and show how far modern materials and methods could evolve the most basic of four-stroke configurations. An instant winner, the Supermono took victory in its first year of competition, clinching the 1993 European Supermono championship in the hands of Italian Mauro Lucchiari. In 1995 it won at the Isle of Man TT, Kiwi Robert Holden giving Ducati their eighth and, to date, last TT victory. It was to be more than just a race bike, too, as a road-going version was also promised. Ducati’s Chief Engineer Massimo Bordi got the concept underway in 1990, creating a 487cc single from the 90-degree V-twin of the firm’s World Superbike-winning 888, complete with desmo valve train and electronic fuel injection. Bordi’s prototype kept both cylinders but used only the vertical bore to provide power; the horizontal was run without a head so that its piston acted as a balancer to cancel out the vibes that typically plagued singles. Although it proved as smooth as a V-twin, the extra drag of the dummy piston resulted in power losses which forced the engineer back to the drawing board. His solution was to amputate the dummy piston and simply make use of a double conrod set-up. Known as ‘doppia bielletta’, it worked by adding a lever joined at right angles to the small end of the balance conrod, with the other end of the lever fixed to the crankcase. It not only kept the things smooth, it also negated the previous design’s frictional losses, while resulting in a more compact engine. The added upshot for the rider was that, as it was essentially a ‘crossplane’ single, it provided glorious traction. Further refinement saw the bore increase to 100mm, whilst stroke was increased by a further 2mm to 70mm to create 549cc and a peak power of 75bhp at 10,500rpm. Development of the Supermono was then placed in the hands of a young project lead named Claudio Domenicali. Now the firm’s CEO, in the early 90s Domenicali was fresh out of university and in his first major role with Ducati (...).

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Ducati and Track Racing: A Technical Analysis and Owner Experiences Ducati is a well-known Italian motorcycle manufacturer that has a long and successful history in track racing. The company has won numerous championships in a variety of classes, including MotoGP, World Superbike, and Supersport. Ducati motorcycles are known for their powerful engines, agile handling, and stylish design. These characteristics make them well-suited for track racing, where riders need to be able to accelerate quickly, maneuver through tight turns, and look good doing it. Technical Analysis Ducati motorcycles typically have a number of features that make them well-suited for track racing. These features include: Powerful engines: Ducati engines are known for their high horsepower and torque. This gives riders the power they need to accelerate quickly out of corners and pass other riders. Agile handling: Ducati motorcycles are known for their agile handling. This allows riders to maneuver through tight turns with ease. Lightweight construction: Ducati motorcycles are generally lightweight, which helps to improve acceleration and handling. Owner Experiences Ducati owners who have taken their motorcycles to the track have consistently reported positive experiences. They say that the motorcycles are well-balanced and easy to control, even at high speeds. They also appreciate the power and acceleration that Ducati motorcycles offer. One Ducati owner who has taken his motorcycle to the track said, "I've been riding Ducatis for years, and I've always loved them. But when I took my Panigale to the track, I was blown away. It was an amazing experience. The motorcycle was so agile and responsive, and it felt like I was flying. I'll definitely be taking it to the track again soon." Another Ducati owner said, "I've always wanted to try track racing, and I finally decided to give it a go. I bought a Ducati 959 Panigale, and I was immediately impressed with its performance. The motorcycle was so fast and agile, and it was easy to control. I had a blast at the track, and I can't wait to do it again." Conclusion Ducati motorcycles are a great choice for track racing. They offer a combination of power, agility, and lightweight construction that makes them well-suited for the demands of track racing. #DucatiLife #DucatiRiders #DucatiPassion #DucatiAdventures #DucatiLove #DucatiFamily #DucatiStyle #DucatiPerformance #DucatiDreams #DucatiExperience #DucatiWorld #DucatiPower #DucatiMonsters #DucatiPanigale #DucatiDiva

What were the biggest headlines of 2023 in the motorcycle industry? Here’s just a sample: 🏍️ The news that Marc Marquez has left Honda to ride a Ducati in 2024 🏍️ Rising sales in Europe and other key markets 🏍️ Huge numbers of attendees at EICMA and other events  🏍️ Ducati’s announcement of their dirtbike project Check out our latest blog post on the Motorcycle Marketing website for a full summary of an exciting year: https://lnkd.in/dcBd-zNx #motorcycleindustry #onlinemarketing #motorbikes

"So, when can you start?" The Ducati ride that started it all : When you're Adrian Newey, arguably one of the best Formula 1 designers, chances are - you won't have to take an interview. But for once in his life - he had to (sort of). After his graduation in 1980, the 22-year-old Brit applied for various jobs - but was met with the catch-22 answer of 'we don’t hire people without experience.' Soon, he got a call from Harvey 'Doc' Postlethwaite, one of Formula 1's top motorsport engineers who was at Fittipaldi then, for an interview. While at the office, Harvey noticed Newey in the waiting room, dressed up in his leather riding gear : "Oh, you’ve got a motorbike! What bike have you got?" "A Ducati 900 SS", Adrian replied. Harvey then asked if he could take it out for a ride - Adrian obliged, of course. He went off on the Ducati for about 15 minutes, came back with a grin plastered on his face, took his helmet off and asked: "So, when can you start?" Adrian immediately joined Harvey at Fittipaldi - and over the course of the next 44 years, worked with teams like March, Haas Lola, Newman-Haas, Williams Racing, and McLaren Racing before finally joining Red Bull Racing & Red Bull Technology in 2006 - forever changing the sport, in a lot of ways. 13 x Drivers' championships 12 x Constructors' championships 119 x Race wins - and all of this started with that 15-minute Ducati ride :) #Motorsports #F1 #Formula1 #F101 #AdrianNewey

Aero war intensifying? Our Ducati MotoGP launch takeaways https://lnkd.in/e_uCerYR With Ducati Corse’s notoriously secretive boss Gigi Dall’Igna unlikely to give away too many engineering secrets ahead of the start of 2024 MotoGP pre-season testing, and no changes to the rider line-up or main sponsors, Ducati’s launch event at Italian ski resort Madonna di Campiglio wasn’t expected to produce many earth-shattering revelations. But there were still things to be gleaned after reigning world champion Pecco Bagnaia and his team-mate Enea Bastianini pulled the covers off a machine that at least has changed a little bit visually from last year and - surprise, surprise - features even more red paint than before. Perhaps the most exciting news of the whole launch came in almost a throwaway line from Dall’Igna. He casually mentioned that the bike that actually hits the track at Sepang next month will feature “fairings extremely different to those we’ve used before”. And that means that there’s likely a serious escalation in MotoGP’s aerodynamics war in the pipeline. It’s an area that was basically invented by Dall’Igna’s team and which has since been consistently driven forward by Ducati not just through wings on the front of the bike but with new innovations like rear seat unit aero devices and ground effect fairings. But we’ve not seen any huge aero leap forward from Ducati in a few years, with the other European manufacturers Aprilia and KTM quick to catch up. That could change for 2024, if the veteran engineer’s words are to be taken at face value. The upgrade certainly wasn’t on show at the launch, with the bike on show a 2023 model (at least aerodynamically) in what was clearly a deliberate decision to ensure rivals have as little time as possible to study and copy whatever Ducati has in mind.

Aprilia: A history of innovation and performance Image: A photo of an Aprilia motorcycle from each decade of the company's history Caption: Aprilia is an Italian motorcycle manufacturer with a long and storied history. The company was founded in 1945 by Alberto Begio, and it has been producing innovative and high-performance motorcycles ever since. Aprilia's early motorcycles were primarily scooters, but the company began producing motorcycles in the 1960s. Aprilia's motorcycles quickly gained a reputation for their performance and handling, and the company began competing in motorcycle racing in the 1970s. Aprilia's racing team has been incredibly successful, winning numerous championships in MotoGP, World Superbike, and other racing series. Aprilia's success in racing has helped to drive the development of its production motorcycles, which continue to be some of the most advanced and exciting motorcycles on the market. Today, Aprilia is a leading manufacturer of motorcycles, offering a wide range of models to suit a variety of riders. Aprilia's motorcycles are known for their performance, handling, and style, and they continue to be a popular choice for riders around the world. Tags: #aprilia #history #innovation #performance #racing #motorcycle