Think of some motorcycle manufacturers, and you'll tend to think of specific colours. If I say red, you're probably already thinking of Ducati. Aside from special editions, the odds are you're picturing either Rosso Red (pre-2001) or Anniversary Red (2001-on). The only exception one of my dream bikes. For some reason, the Ducati 748 has to be Giallo Yellow. But maybe that association will change in the future. For example, the 2018 Ducati SuperSport now comes only in Titanium Grey. Yep, you can have any colour you like, as long as it's … [Read more...]
New 2017 Ducati SuperSport and SuperSport S
The new 2017 Ducati SuperSport and SuperSport S have been revealed. The new model aims to be a practical option for everyday riding. But still able to be sporty when you want it to be. It's a tricky balance to pull off. The danger is that you might end up with something that does neither role particularly well. Ducati have based the 2017 SuperSport around the same 937cc Testastretta 11 degree engine as you find in the Hypermotard. Except that the 113hp liquid-cooled engine has had a redesigned crankcase and cylinder heads. That allows … [Read more...]