First Look: Check Out Ducati’s New Line-up For 2019
24 Dec 2018 by Jose Eledra in General, Home, Motorcycles, Pleasure, Speed
For those fans of a fast track life, Ducati has just introduced their new line-up, and the Scrambler model ranges at the recent Ducati Premiere in Milan. The headline moment was unquestionably the unveiling of the new Panigale V4 R, however new additions including the new Diavel 1260 and 1260 S, Multistrada Enduro 1260, Multistrada 950 and 950 S, Hypermotard 950 and 950 SP and V4 S Corse were not to be overshadowed.
There are also updates to the Monster range with new color schemes for the Monster 797 and 797+ and a striking stealth version of the 821. There are also new colors for X Diavel and Supersport in matte liquid concrete grey and matte titanium grey respectively.
The Panigale V4 R is the ultimate road-legal Ducati race bike. Compared to the previous R version, the Panigale V4 R has become even more track focused with technology taken directly from MotoGP. The modifications extend far beyond the engine and suspension set-up: they also include the fairing, designed and developed by Ducati Corse in close collaboration with the Ducati Style Centre to improve aerodynamic efficiency.
The Panigale V4 R is to all intents and purposes, a road-legal WSBK category competition bike and constitutes the technical foundation for the official Ducati Superbikes that will compete in the World Championship as from the 2019 season.Another bike that was seen exclusively by visitors to World Ducati Week, the Diavel 1260 is an eagerly awaited bike. The new Diavel 1260 benefits from the Testastretta DVT 1262 engine, thus retaining that deeply satisfying torque curve that provides both breath-taking acceleration and a low-rev smoothness that’s ideal for everyday riding or touring.
The legendary Monster range welcomes a new version to the family with the addition of the Monster 821 Stealth featuring matte black livery and red graphics, quick shift system, adjustable fork and nose fairing. The Monster 797 and 797+ also benefits from striking new liveries.
Another exciting 2019 bike is the new Multistrada 950 S. A major upgrade of the smallest Ducati ‘multibike’, this latest Multistrada features cutting-edge technology to boost safety and riding enjoyment: electronic Ducati Skyhook Suspension (DSS), Ducati Quick Shift up & down (DQS), full-LED headlight, 5″ color TFT display, Hands Free system, Cruise Control and backlit switchgear controls. From a styling viewpoint, the new Multistrada 950 inherits the side ‘wings’ from its bigger 1260 counterpart, making the lines of the front cleaner and more streamlined. It also features hydraulic control and, above all, Bosch ABS Cornering, which increases active safety.
An all-new motorcycle for the 2019 range is the Hypermotard 950, now more adrenaline-packed than ever, yet rider-friendly. The completely overhauled ergonomics ramps up the fun and riders can now count on an ultra-advanced chassis set-up and electronics package.
The Hypermotard 950 electronics package includes Bosch Cornering ABS with the Slide by Brake function, Ducati Traction Control EVO (DTC EVO), Ducati Wheelie Control (DWC) EVO and Ducati Quick Shift (DQS) Up and Down EVO (as standard on the 950 SP version and available as an accessory on the 950).
For those that demand even greater performance and an even racier feel the Hypermotard 950 SP features a flat seat, increased-travel Öhlins suspension to ensure an acuter lean angle (+3°), Marchesini forged wheels and Ducati Quick Shift (DQS) Up and Down EVO.
The Scrambler range is updated with four new updates models, the Icon, Full Throttle, the Café Racer and Desert Sled. Each model benefits from new liveries, new headlight LED DRL (Daytime running light) Cornering ABS, softer feel hydraulic clutch control and Ducati Multi Media system.
These can been seen on the Ducati Scrambler stand along with the essential Scrambler 1100 range.
For more information on Ducati visit www.ducati.com