Ducati has established a massive €121 million ($139.7 million) development program to strengthen its long-term global competitiveness and accelerate technological innovation.
Dubbed “Ducati Raise the Bar,” the comprehensive initiative was formally approved by Italy’s Ministry of Enterprises and Made in Italy via the state-owned development agency Invitalia.
Continue reading “Ducati Secures €121 Million Investment Fund to Drive R&D and Technological Innovation”The saga surrounding a potential takeover of Ducati Motor Holding has taken a definitive turn, as leaked documents from investment firm Patritalia S.p.A. reveal that the iconic Italian brand is not on the market.
Initial reports suggested Patritalia’s founder, Massimo Ros, had submitted an unsolicited 2.5 billion euro proposal to Volkswagen Group to buy Ducati in its entirety.
Continue reading “Ducati Is Not for Sale, According to Italian Firm”The fine folks at Motorcycle.com traveled to Modena, Italy, to test the 2026 Ducati Hypermotard V2 SP. The below video review focuses on the high-performance “SP” variant of the newly redesigned Hypermotard.
It’s a special bike, and in the post below I’ll outline what Sylvia says in the video as well as provide my own take on this unique Ducati.
Continue reading “Video Analysis: 2026 Ducati Hypermotard V2 Review”Rajputana Customs, led by Vijay Singh in Jaipur, India, has reimagined a 2007 Ducati S2R 800 into a vintage-inspired cafe racer named “Veloce.”
Built for a client in Goa with the simple brief to create an “aggressive café racer,” the project departs from traditional Ducati restoration paths to embrace a more imaginative, hand-crafted approach.
Continue reading “Custom Ducati S2R 800 Cafe Racer by Rajputana Customs”Alright, let’s talk about a motorcycle that decided to trade in its fun-loving nature for a scrapper’s edge. This is a custom Ducati Scrambler, a street brawler with a touch of café racer style, born from the precision-minded folks at the German workshop RF-Biketech.
They were commissioned by a Ducati dealership to take that playful factory bike and give it a serious, menacing attitude.
Continue reading “Ducati Cafe Racer Custom by RF-Biketech”There’s always been something about the Ducati Sport Classic that speaks to me. The design just hits right, ya know? Well, as good of a job as Ducati did with the stock bike, I really love this custom Ducati Sport Classic by Purpose Built Moto.
Purpose Built Moto makes some of the coolest dang motorcycles you’ll ever see. These guys simply understand motorcycle design and aesthetics better than most, and this particular build is a fabulous example. It’s not a typical cafe racer motorcycle.
Continue reading “Check Out This Custom Ducati Sport Classic by Purpose Built Moto”It seems those engineers over in Bologna are busy brewing something new, meaning the DesertX and Monster will get the Ducati V2 890cc engine.
You’re looking at an 890cc V-twin engine, according to the records that are available out there.
Continue reading “2026 DesertX and Monster Will Get a New Ducati V2 Engine”Italian motorcycles have a certain flair that sets them apart from the crowd. They blend style, performance, and heritage in a way that few other bikes can match.
While American motorcycles are often celebrated for their ruggedness and power, Italian bikes bring a unique character and elegance to the table. In this article, we’ll explore the top 10 most iconic Italian motorcycle brands that have made their mark in the world of motorcycling.
Continue reading “The Top 10 Most Iconic Italian Motorcycle Brands”The Ducati Panigale V4, since its debut in 2018, has been a game-changer in the world of sports motorcycles. This bike marked Ducati’s shift from their traditional V-twin engines to a more powerful V4 configuration, inspired by their MotoGP technology.
With its sleek design, cutting-edge electronics, and unmatched performance, the Panigale V4 quickly became a favorite among motorcycle enthusiasts and racers alike. It’s not just a bike; it’s a statement of Ducati’s engineering prowess and commitment to pushing the boundaries of what’s possible on two wheels.
Continue reading “A Detailed History of the Ducati Panigale V4”The Ducati Multistrada has been around for two decades, marking its place as a staple in the motorcycling world. Kicking off in 2003, this bike wasn’t just another model; it was a bold statement from Ducati.
They wanted something that could tackle different roads and conditions, which is why they named it ‘Multistrada,’ meaning ‘many roads’ in Italian. Over the years, the Multistrada has evolved, introducing new tech and features that have kept it ahead of the game. Let’s dive into its history and see how it became the icon it is today.
Continue reading “Ducati Multistrada: A Detailed Look at the Modern Icon”
