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Ducati North America CEO Jason Chinnock sees autonomous two-wheelers as a threat to the core of motorcycling. Technology should support the rider, but never replace them.

The second generation of the Ducati DesertX features the new 890cc V2 engine, a monocoque frame, and improved suspension. The completely redesigned adventure enduro will be available at dealers from April 2026.

With the new “Ducati Factory Made” program, Multistrada V4 models can now be individually configured directly on the production line in Borgo Panigale for the first time. The range, which is now available in Europe, extends from exclusive color series to Lamborghini paint finishes.

Ducati is presenting a strictly limited special model in its anniversary year with the Formula 73. Limited to 873 numbered units, the series revisits the 750 Super Sport Desmo from 1973 in terms of both technology and style.

Ducati is once again issuing a recall for high-performance V4 models. The Panigale V4 and Streetfighter V4 are affected due to a possible overheating of the rear brake line.

World Ducati Week 2026 will be the highlight of Ducati’s 100th anniversary celebrations. From July 3 to 5, Misano will once again become the international meeting place for the global Ducatisti community.

Three years after switching to the V4 engine, the Ducati Diavel appears to be undergoing a model update. Initial indications come from design registrations published by the European Union, which reveal numerous visual and technical changes.

Behind the scenes of the Ducati factory team, there was more going on in 2025 than just Marc Marquez’s sporting dominance. Statements from management show how closely sporting success, internal dynamics, and the uncertain future of Francesco Bagnaia are linked.

With the Desmo450 EDS, Ducati is expanding its still young off-road model range with a road-legal enduro. Initial design registrations now reveal the technical modifications planned for public road use.

At Ducati Lenovo, two very different starting positions are coming together ahead of the start of the 2026 MotoGP season. While Marc Marquez is struggling to regain his physical consistency after his injury, Francesco Bagnaia is under considerable pressure to succeed, both in terms of his sporting performance and his contract.

Italian manufacturer Ducati suffered a serious theft last fall. Racing parts for MotoGP and Superbike worth around €200,000 were stolen, but have since been recovered by the police.

Ducati celebrates Marc Márquez’s 2025 MotoGP title with an extremely limited edition Panigale V4 special edition. The World Champion Replica combines exclusive technology with direct references to factory racing.

Ducati is apparently preparing a new model with historical references for its anniversary year in 2026. A US homologation points to the Ducati Formula ’73, which is said to be based on the Scrambler series from a technical standpoint.

Ducati has launched a safety recall in the US for certain Panigale V2 and Streetfighter V2 models. The reason for this is a possible assembly error in the ABS fuse, which in the worst case could lead to wheel lockup.

Ducati is turning its attention to its next generation of models in the off-road segment. Two new models are set to be released in summer 2026, expanding the brand’s existing off-road range.

In the run-up to its 100th anniversary, Ducati will be presenting a particularly extensive and technically advanced model range at EICMA 2025. The Italian manufacturer is focusing on both tradition and innovation, showcasing numerous new products in Milan that underline the company’s sporting heritage and technological expertise.

With the presentation of the fifth Monster generation, Ducati continues the history of what is arguably its most famous naked bike series. The new Monster 2026 remains true to itself both visually and technically, but consistently focuses on a modern interpretation of its unmistakable lines—inspired by the original model from 1992.

Ducati has made it clear that the Italian manufacturer will not be offering motorcycles with small displacement engines, such as those in the 400 cm³ range. The company continues to pursue a consistent premium strategy and does not intend to develop affordable models like those offered by some of its competitors.

With the Multistrada V4 Rally 2026, Ducati presents a comprehensively upgraded adventure bike that is specifically aimed at motorcyclists who value long range, high comfort, and maximum versatility. The latest generation of the touring motorcycle from Borgo Panigale features technical innovations, a revised chassis, and, for the first time, a striking green paint job. In addition to the traditional Ducati red, the Multistrada V4 Rally will also be available in “Jade Green” with a brushed aluminum tank and gold-colored spoked wheels.

Shortly before EICMA 2025, rumors are intensifying about a new Ducati DesertX model. Various sources report on a possible version with a V2 engine, as already used in the Multistrada V2 and Multistrada V2 S. While Ducati itself has not yet made any official confirmation, test rides with a prototype version have recently been spotted, allegedly hinting at the development of a DesertX with an 890cc V2 engine.