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Desmo450 MX: Ducati’s Impressive Entry into Motocross Racing

The Ducati Desmo450 MX made its inaugural appearance in the Italian Motocross Prestige Championship last weekend. Spearheaded by former MXGP World Championship rider Alessandro Lupino, the Desmo450 MX immediately showcased its potential. Ducati is renowned for its superbikes and it stepped into the world of competitive motocross for the first time over the weekend. It has marked a significant debut in the sport.

Lupino is considered as a seasoned rider and winner of the 2021 Motocross of Nations with Team Italy. He has impressed everyone by securing pole position in the MX1-class on Saturday. He continued to demonstrate the capabilities of the Desmo450 MX by clinching victory in its first-ever competitive motocross race during the first moto on Sunday.

Despite a challenging start in the second moto, Lupino’s efforts earned him a commendable second overall position with consistent performances of 1-7 finishes throughout the day. The overall victory went to Isak Gifting, who transitioned to 450s this year after a successful stint in the MX2 World Championship. Riding a Yamaha YZ450F, Gifting showcased resilience by finishing sixth in the first moto despite a crash at the start, before claiming victory in the second race.

The race unfolded at the Circuito Internazionale Motocross Citta di Mantova, the same venue that hosted the prestigious 2021 Motocross of Nations. While Lupino narrowly missed out on the overall victory, the Desmo450 MX proved its mettle as a competitive motorcycle right from its debut. The Desmo450 MX demonstrated promising potential even in its maiden outing.

Ducati is committed to further showcasing the capabilities of the Desmo450 MX and Lupino throughout the remainder of this year’s Italian Championship. Anticipation is high for the anticipated debut of both the make and model in the MXGP World Championship in 2025.

March 19, 2024
Motocross Enthusiasts, Get Ready: Ducati’s New MX Prototype Revealed

Ducati Corse, the division responsible for Ducati’s off-road racing, has revealed two prototypes that Antonio Cairoli and Alessandro Lupino will showcase at the 2024 Campioni in Pista event. This marks Ducati’s return to motocross since the 1971 450R/T Desmo model.

The right side of the Ducati features components like a Showa shock, aluminum frame, Akrapovic exhaust system, and a neatly positioned rear brake pedal. Notably, the Beta logo on the swingarm is unrelated to Beta Motorcycles; it belongs to a tool company.

This factory race bike, more of a prototype, won’t enter production until 2025, making it Ducati’s first motocross bike since the 1971 Ducati 450R/T.

The left side of the engine reveals features such as a CNC-machined shift lever, Brembo hydraulic clutch slave unit, molded frame guards, electric starter motor, and a forged swingarm pivot. The Desmodromic valve system, designed in 1956 by Fabio Taglioni, is a noteworthy internal component.

Named Desmo450 MX, the new model sports a racing livery for competition in the Italian Motocross Pro-Prestige MX1 Championship by the Ducati Corse R&D – Factory MX Team, managed by Corrado and Marco Maddii. The aim for the debut season is to gather racing data for the Desmo450 MX’s development, set for production in the latter half of 2025.

The 2024 Ducati Corse motocross race team, managed by Corrado Maddii, includes riders Tony Cairoli and Alessandro Lupino. The team will utilize Showa forks, Excel rims, Pirelli MX32 Scorpion tires, and Mousseballs, with a Get GPS unit on the front fender.

Alessandro Lupino will participate in all Italian Championship rounds and testing programs, alongside Antonio Cairoli. The Ducati Desmo450 MX is set to debut on March 16-17 at the first round of the Italian Motocross Pro Prestige MX1 Championship.

When the production Ducati Desmo450 MX is released in 2025, it will only be available in Ducati Red, joining Honda and GasGas as the third all-red bike on the track.

Ducati CEO Claudio Domenicali expressed his excitement, stating, “Today, we present the official teams for the 2024 racing season: the Ducati Lenovo Team, the Aruba.it – Racing Ducati Team, and the novelty represented by the Ducati Corse R&D – Factory MX Team.” Domenicali emphasized Ducati’s commitment to investing in its future, citing the motocross entry as an example of their unyielding will to improve and succeed.

January 23, 2024
Ducati’s Exclusive Collaboration: ‘Diavel for Bentley’ Series Sells Out in Record Time

Ducati’s latest exclusive motorcycle, the “Diavel for Bentley” and its even more premium version, the “Ducati Diavel for Bentley Mulliner,” have quickly sold out, adding to Ducati’s list of sold-out models. Unveiled in early December, these hyper-exclusive bikes were created in collaboration with Bentley, featuring design elements inspired by the iconic Bentley Batur.

The “Diavel for Bentley” series, limited to 500 units, incorporated unique design elements such as redesigned intake vents and a distinctive “Scarab Green” paint scheme mirroring the Bentley Batur. Priced at $70,000 USD, these motorcycles offered premium components, including carbon fiber elements.

For Bentley owners, there was an even more exclusive offering – the “Ducati Diavel for Bentley Mulliner” series, limited to 50 units. Priced at $90,000 USD, this variant claimed the title of “2023’s most expensive motorcycle.” The collaboration highlighted the synergy between the two luxury brands.

Despite the high price tags, the demand for these limited-edition motorcycles was evident from the beginning. Ducati’s official coverage revealed that all “Ducati Diavel for Bentley Mulliner” units were fully reserved, signaling the success of the collaboration and the strong interest from motorcycle enthusiasts. Congratulations to both Ducati and Bentley for this impressive achievement in the world of luxury motorcycles.

January 22, 2024