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What will Ducati Reveal this Weekend?

Ducati have announced that a new model will be revealed at this weekend’s US MotoGP at Laguna Seca and this naturally led to speculation as to what it will be. The suggestions range from a new Desmosedici to a Pikes Peak Multistrada 1200. Let’s take a look at the possibilities.

Is Ducati Risking its Brand Equity with the Power Cruiser

The recent release of ‘spy shots’ of the new Ducati Power cruiser that was previously dubbed ‘Vyper’ indicate that Ducati is once again confident to push its brand further into unfamiliar territory. The question is not only will motorcycle buyers consider a power cruiser from Ducati but what is the damage that could be done [...]

Ducati Power Cruiser to use Multistrada 1200 Power?

With new spyshots appearing of the Ducati Power Cruiser that has been referred to variously as the Vyper or Mega-Monster, we can now speculate a few things about its specifications. Claims of 150bhp and the desire for a robust bottom-end and midrange power delivery probably mean the shove is going to come from the Multistrada [...]

Could Gibernau Save Ducati? – Redux

If you can’t laugh at yourself, life is going to seem so much longer. So, in that vein, I present you with one of the calls Ducati News Today made in 2009 that let’s just say didn’t work out all that well!! Sete Gibernau, the grand choker himself, going to save Ducati. I’m laughing already.

How’re you Doing with Your Ducati New Year’s Resolutions?

Earlier this year Ducati News Today proposed the Top 10 Ducati Resolutions for 2010. They range from the simple, cheap and easy all the way to expensive and time consuming. With half of the year already gone, its time to check in and see how we’re doing. The list is after the jump. Let us [...]

Would You Pay $75,000 for a Ducati 888?

Something rare passed through eBay recently, a 1989 Ducati 888 Lucchinelli Replica. Although this bike is claimed to be new and one of just 20 made, $75,000 is a lot of money. What is the Ducati 888 Lucchinelli Replica? Read on.

Will Ducati Build a Desmo Single for Moto3?

The transition occurring at the pinnacle of motorcycle road racing will be complete in 2012 when the last two-stroke class, 125GP, will be replaced by Moto3 – a new class for 250cc single cylinder, four-stroke engines in bespoke chassis comes into being. Unlike Moto2, it will not be a spec engine class providing the tantalizing [...]

Harley Davidson: 1947 Technology at 2010 Prices

Okay, so we don’t make fun of other brands here at Ducati News Today (well not much anyway). After all, we’re all on two wheels together. However this spoof Harley Davidson video ad is pretty funny and was seemingly put together by folks more than a little upset at the untimely demise of Buell. Enjoy! [...]

Ducati Multistrada 1200S Review Part 2

The Ducati Multistrada 1200 has been subject to so much hype we almost feel we know what to expect before slinging a leg over the saddle. However just as with similarly overly promoted movies, no matter how good it is, it could easily disappoint when you get to see for yourself. Ducati News Today took [...]

Ducati Multistrada 1200S Review Part 1

The Ducati Multistrada 1200 has been subject to so much hype we almost feel we know what to expect before slinging a leg over the saddle. However just as with similarly overly promoted movies, no matter how good it is, it could easily disappoint when you get to see for yourself. Ducati News Today took [...]