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Permanent exhibition at Ducati Motor Holding obtains the prestigious award for the fourth year running
The Ducati Museum racks up a string of excellent reviews on the world’s greatest travel website
More than 40,000 visitors to the Bologna-based museum every year

Borgo Panigale (Bologna, Italy) 17 June 2015 – For the fourth year running the Ducati Museum has been awarded the TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence, a prestigious acknowledgment given to tourist facilities and attractions that are consistently given excellent reviews on the world’s largest travel website. The TripAdvisor Award reflects the high satisfaction ratings posted by the constant stream of visitors to the Ducati Museum which, in 2014 alone, attracted over 40,000 people from all over the world. TripAdvisor contributors gave the Ducati Museum a score (4.5 out of 5) that almost reached the website maximum.

To select the winners of the Certificate of Excellence, TripAdvisor uses a special algorithm that takes...

Exclusive licensing agreement for unique artworks to be extended a further 3 years
The first official Ducati Art Club is launched: an exclusive portal containing the huge collection of Ducati prints
The first Ducati Reverse Blind Auction kicks off: purchasing Ducati artworks through a reverse auction


Ducati Motor Holding and ArtOfBrands, sole licensee for the exclusive and official Ducati artworks, are pleased to announce the signing of a new licensing agreement for Fine Art Prints. ArtOfBrands, founded in 2008, fast became a global benchmark in the market for high quality, affordable “Brand Art”. “ArtOfBrands easily allows people to display their passion for Ducati and the Ducati Lifestyle as interior décor through affordable and spectacular artwork” said ArtOfBrands founder and CEO, Patrick Ashworth.

ArtOfBrands is also committed to discovering and supporting established or emerging artists from around the globe by organizing numerous invitational art competitions. Among the...

Hey folks. My first post here apart from in the intro thread.

Well, it's been three weeks and now two days since I picked up the 848. For those who didn't see my intro thread, I got a 2010 model with 3300 miles on the clock. I trader in my 2008 Speed Triple, and whilst I liked that bike a lot, I just didn't love it. Riding my friends 2014 ZX-10 made me realise I needed a sports bike again. In 3 years, I did around 100 miles on the Speed Triple. In 3 weeks I have done 600 miles on the 848. It's just so beautiful to ride. I think whoever owned it before me, aside from taking very good care of it, must have had the suspension tweaked from standard as I read a lot of reports on here about the rear being too hard for people but it seems so good for me.

Anyway, just thought I would post to say how happy I am etc with my choice. I will try and get some photos up soon. And oh, that sound!!

If you go down to Alton, Hants the ride along the A31, along the Hogs Back, is sure to put you in a good frame of mind. Turn off, and head for the town centre, take the left down to the station and there you will find W.M. Snell Ducati. Brothers Tom and Nick Barnley are the third generation to run this family business, and as we have written elsewhere, the place has the vibe of a racing stable and to a man, the team are knowledgeable and enthusiastic Ducatisti.

W.M. Snell supply and maintain the motorcycles that we hire at RoadTrip Motorcycle Rental, so in search of advice I headed in just last week and discovered a treasure trove of great bikes. Here are three that caught my eye:
If you cannot view images of these motorcycles, you can find them here:
Visit to Snell
Ducati 999R
Still the most decorated Ducati in WSB, the R first appeared in 2004 with a production run limited to 800 machines. Full carbon bodywork, magnesium wheels, the distinctive tailpipe, race pack, and...

The Ducati Scrambler will make an appearance at CPOP for the first time
The Ducati Manchester stand will feature a number of Scrambler icons and the “DMC Eccythump Scrambler” special
Ducati Scrambler clothing will be on sale


The Ducati Scrambler brand will be making its debut appearance at the eighth staging of the Cholmondeley Pagent of Power which will celebrate ‘power’ on land, air and water.

Regional Ducati Scrambler dealer, Ducati Manchester will be bringing along its ‘Land of Joy’ – the term used for the world of the Ducati Scrambler that describes freedom of expression, fun and sharing of positive emotion. The ‘Land of Joy’ will incorporate a display of a number of Ducati Scrambler Icons and also a special customised bike showing the workshop skills of the dealer. The special is called the “DMC Eccythump Scrambler” and has been built using 1950's / 60's Superleggera coach building techniques and in partnership with builder Paul Eccleshare.

The Ducati Scrambler has...

Please read my story on JustGiving Jennifer Coates is fundraising for Macmillan Cancer Support
Help me to raise as much money as I can for the wonderful Macmillan nurses,thanks to a great bunch here on this forum I have now doubled my target,I cannot thank you all enough But please keep giving!!!
I will be walking the beautiful Gower coastline in September,it's a 14 mile stretch.Managed to drag my hubby along last year,and have successfully managed to do it again this year!
if all of you only gave £2 my target achieved would be amazing.....c'mon get ya spare change out
And....I'm nearly at the end of my treatment too

Our first ever review, go easy on us!!

Hi, I have recently bought a 996 trackbike and it's ME that's old....not the bike!!!

It has been owned by 2 of my mates over the last 3 years or so and came back up for grabs again about a week ago. As I had asked for '1st Dibs' on any future sale I got the call and rushed around to raise the money (I had to sell my X11 to help). Me and my son(s) will be doing occasional trackdays on it, Stewart has already booked Oulton Park on tuesday 23rd June and although its a quick bike I'm afraid he (and I when I get chance) will be taking it steady in the novice class. Stewart has only ever done 2 x trackdays about 2 years apart, once at Mallory on a TRX850 and this easter on my X11 at Anglesey. As a widower I have taken the liberty to give it pride of place in my living room as its such a good looker. I am currently waiting for a front paddock stand to arrive and some tyre warmers and need to sort out a nearby socket for the 'optimate' charger.

Andrea Dovizioso feels that he can challenge for the win at Mugello after his teams recent test at the Tuscany track.

In France Dovizioso scored another podium, his fourth in the first five races of the season, and he currently sits third in the Championship 19 points behind the leader Valentino Rossi. After the team recent two day private test at the Mugello circuit, the Italian is confident he can fight at the front during his home GP.

Andrea Dovizioso:
“I believe that we can be competitive at Mugello because we have tested at this track recently and we were quick. In addition the team is very motivated: we are at Mugello and this is Ducati’s home race, so we all have that extra incentive to do well. At the last race however we were missing a little ‘something’ and so we are going to have to continue to work hard throughout this weekend.”

Courtesy of MotoGP™

Robbie Brown takes hat-trick of victories at Donington Park and leads championship after remarkable performance

Hobbs loses championship lead with two DNF’s and a 7th place

Nutt moves into second place in the championship

James Egan rides from 19th to 9th in Superstock 1000
Robbie Brown took his first victory at Donington Park since clinching the Ducati 848 Challenge at the same venue back in 2012 following it up with a further two wins over the weekend. The former champion rode faultlessly all weekend to put himself in the mix as a title contender.

For championship leader and title holder Dennis Hobbs it was a disastrous weekend with two DNF’s in the first two races and a 7th in the final race of the day. The race 1 crash had a knock on effect with a technical fault only allowing Hobbs to complete a few laps in race 2 before having to pull in to the pit lane.

Leon Morris finished the weekend third in the championship with a 2nd, 3rd and 4th to move him ahead of team mate...

Ducati Scrambler by Radikal Chopper – winner of the EICMA Best in Show contest 2014
Vibrazioni Art designed Ducati Scrambler, “SC-Rumble” in collaboration with Pirelli to be unveiled for the first time at the Bike Shed
Ducati UK commissioned Britaliamoto and IDP custom moto to produce two customised Ducati Scramblers
Ducati dealers, Ducati Manchester and Sheffield Motorcycle Centre both customise Ducati Scrambler Classics

This year’s Bike Shed will see a collection of Ducati Scrambler inspired customised bikes as builders from the UK and Italy proudly present their latest creations.

One of the first of to be seen in public is the Ducati Scrambler by Milan based Radikal Chopper. Built by “customiser” Andrea Radaelli, this stunning interpretation of the Ducati Scrambler was a winner of the EICMA Custom International Bike Show 2014.

Another Italian designed Ducati Scrambler making its World debut at the Bike Shed will be the Vibrazioni Art designed “SC-Rumble” that will be...

Right chaps,

I've just received an email from Ducati UK asking whether any forum members can help out. Here is their email:
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We need your help as we need a Ducati, OK not just any old Ducati but something special, along the lines of the attached, or something equally special....and I’m hoping the clubs can help find one?????

A new licensee for Ducati needs something like this for a photo shoot in London on 28 May (yes I know ...not much time, but I’m sure you guys know where the best Ducati's are in the UK)

Do your members have anything they’d like to see in an advertising campaign?

We realise this is likely to be a very special collectors piece and we would ensure it was collected and returned by a specialist bike transporter, perhaps even someone you may know.....the day before the shoot or sooner if possible...

It would be looked after on the day and returned (along with a very nice gift from the licensee)...

I couldn't resist! I've had a few SS's in the past and always lusted after a yellow SL. Meanwhile the 900 Monster is at Rosse Corse getting the cafe racer treatment so this is my daily commute! Where can I buy one fairing and two seat bolts and bronze cup washers?

After a blip at Jerez, Andrea Dovizioso returned Ducati to the MotoGP podium with third place in Sunday's French MotoGP.
The Italian lost second place to countryman Valentino Rossi on lap 13 of 28, later backing off to ensure his fourth rostrum from five starts.

“We have to be happy because we are back on the podium, we already make four podiums in five races, so this is really good. We don't have to forget that, but it was another confirmation that we miss a little bit to fight for the victory,” Dovizioso said.

“We have the speed, also at the beginning when Lorenzo made a really incredible lap time. But maybe we still use too much grip to go fast and after a few laps I can't keep the same lap time.

“But we are very close. Today we finish 12 seconds behind, but only because I slowed down at the end. There was no reason to take risk. But I believe we are very close to the Yamaha so we have to keep fighting.”

Pressed further on what exactly the Desmosedici GP15 needs, Dovizioso...

A cheeky sneaky preview.....

Picked up my new bike this weekend and found time for a 200k ride. Previously owned a 2010 and 2013 model.

First impressions. The finish the best yet, no fasteners on panels and cable runs all tucked away nicely giving a high quality look to the bike. The switch gear all worked really well and easy to use. I will shorten the high beam toggle as the gloves caught it going for the clutch on several occasions, flashing oncoming traffic. The heated grips now have their own switch, hazard lights present, cruise control brilliant, and the colour screen really clear and easy to set all the parameters. A stunning looking bike.

It is by far the best handling multi I have owned. I have always felt the earlier models didn’t tip into corners without a fair amount of counter steer effort. The new bike is beautifully balance, tips into corners with a minimum of fuss and tracks flawlessly around them, it is such an easy bike to ride and will be a fantastic touring bike it is so effortless....

Following its successful unveiling at last year’s EICMA trade show held in Milan in November, production of the Diavel Titanium, a limited 500-bike edition, is now under way. The first bikes are already arriving at UK Ducati Stores, inevitably causing a buzz among those with a passion for the special versions created by Ducati.

Built using only the finest components and featuring plenty of exclusive details, the Diavel Titanium, in addition to inheriting the undisputed dynamic performance common to all the other models in the Diavel family, embodies a style that merges design, performance and technology. These aspects together with the outstanding craftsmanship of this unique version, adds a new dimension to the meaning of exclusivity.

The Diavel Titanium is ready for delivery: style, excellence and craftsmanship have given rise to a version for those with a passion for Bologna "specials"
Titanium, carbon fibre, top-quality finish and dedicated design plus billet components
This...

A new absolute sales record was achieved in April with the delivery of 7,309 bikes, up by 29% compared to April 2014. The previous sales record held by Ducati was in May 2012, with the delivery of 6,500 bikes. Overall, 17,881 bikes were sold in the first four months of 2015, showing a 10% increase compared to last year, and setting another record for Ducati.

The launch of new products that enhance the 2015 Ducati model range, including Scrambler, 1299 Panigale and new Multistrada 1200, contributed to achieve such positive results. With their innovative styles, technologies and performance they have truly won over the Ducatisti, together with new customers all over the world.
7,309 Ducati bikes delivered to customers in April 2015
Record sales for Ducati, up by 29% compared to April 2014 and 10% growth from start of the year
Record growth in Italy (+ 69%) in April with the Ducati Scrambler as top selling bike
In April 2015 Ducati sales registered a steady growth in Europe, which...

GETTING READY FOR THE OFF

Four weeks after a surgeon had taken his knife out of my nuts and another surgeon had cut out two skin cancers from my face, I thought, what better thing to do than head to the sun on a sports bike.

Let's go to the Spanish MotoGP in Jerez. Nice ride.

Besides the operations weren't a problem, the anesthetics did their job, it was the stitches that really gave me grief. Ooh sir! Especially when it got cold.

So I took off with two tiny panniers and a Ducati Panigale S Tricolore. Who needs these BMW GS's to do these kind of trips, much more fun with a Pornygirly.
The ride down the A3 to Portsmouth was so busy it was enough to make me glad I was leaving the country. Several cars had impaled themselves in the Armco on the northbound carriageway and the southbound was bumper-to-bumper for almost all of it. It was awful. Shouldn't these people still be in work on Friday afternoon? Does the whole of England head to the south coast for the weekend?

It felt like...

This is my 1100 Demon its a 999 frame 996 svingarm 1098 fork and breaks and a 1100ds with Dp camshafts, light flywheel and heads done .