2008 Ducati Desmosedici RR DUCATI DESMOSEDICI RR: THE ULTIMATE DUCATI EXPERIENCEThe dream of a true GP replica has finally come true and the Desmosedici RR is the first-ever road-going motorcycle to offer such a stunning wealth of performance and technology that comes directly from Ducati's experience in MotoGP. The RR derives from the Ducati Corse Grand Prix racing Desmosedici GP6, the same bike with which Loris Capirossi and Sete Gibernau competed with in the 2006 MotoGP World Championship. - The body design ...	2008 Ducati Superbike 1098 R THE LIGHTEST AND MOST POWERFUL TWIN-CYLINDER BIKE OF ALL TIMEThe new 1098 R is the most powerful and lightest twin-cylinder bike ever produced by the Borgo Panigale factory, with the highest torque / weight ratio in the sportbike category. - It is the jewel in the crown of the successful Superbike family and it represents the ultimate expression of racing technology applied to a production bike. Ducati Corse engineers and riders worked in close contact with the R D division during the...	2008 Ducati Superbike 1098 S THE MOST POWERFUL, LIGHTEST L-TWIN SUPERBIKE IN HISTORYThe new 1098 S is the highest performance Ducati street bike ever made. Reducing weight even further and the addition of world-class components make the 'S' ready to deliver the dream of owning the ultimate Superbike. - The fully adjustable 43 millimeter Öhlins FG511 forks, which sport low friction Titanium Nitride fork sliders, respond effortlessly to every imperfection in the tarmac. Beyond their advanced engineering solutions, ...	2008 Ducati Superbike 1098 RACING SOULThe 1098 immediately stands out for its determined and aggressive stance. Every detail insists that performance is paramount. - Traditional Ducati features such as a high set tail section, under-tail exhaust, single-sided swingarm, narrow profile and a rock-solid front end all emphasize the 1098’s aerodynamics and handling capabilities. Add to this a powerful Testastretta Evoluzione engine and you have a Ducati that looks like it's moving even when it's standing still. - Th...
2008 Ducati Superbike 848 LIGHTWEIGHT MOVES - HEAVYWEIGHT PUNCHThe new 848 enjoys all the performance advancements of the entire Superbike family, while adding its own innovations to redefine the middleweight sport bike class. - The words 'agile' and 'refined' aptly describe the 848. At 369 pounds (168 kilograms) the 848 is an amazing 44 pounds (20 kilograms) lighter than its predecessor, and a significant 11 pounds (5 kilograms) lighter than its larger capacity brother, the 1098. - The highly advanced 848 eng...	2008 Ducati SportClassic Sport 1000 S ORIGINAL DUCATI SPORT 750 CAFÉ RACER STYLEFollowing the historical progression of 1970s style, Ducati introduces the Sport 1000 S. With its 1970s style twin shocks, upper fairing and central headlight, it is the spiritual successor to the limited edition Paul Smart 1000. Available only as a two-seater, the Sport 1000 S includes a removable tail cowling to avoid disrupting the bike's classic lines. The unique color scheme with solid red bodywork, frame, and swingarm accented by black a...	2008 Ducati SportClassic Sport 1000 biposto THE CAFÉ RACER STYLE OF THE ORIGINAL DUCATI SPORT 750In the 1970s, sport riders were modifying their street bikes with some of what they saw being used on the racetrack, including clip-on handlebars, rear set footpegs, and 'fast' colors. This was done just as much for the look as for increased performance. The Café Racer style was born. - SINGLE AND DUAL SEAT IN ONEThe Sport 1000 biposto, features a comfortable dual seat, raised handlebars and classic twin shocks. A removab...	2008 Ducati SportClassic GT 1000 A CLASSICCelebrating the essential beauty of the Ducati GT models of the 1970s, the GT 1000 is a bike to be ridden every day, with a balance of two-up comfort and Ducati Desmo Twin performance. As you would expect from a motorcycle inspired by one of the original icons of Ducati, every element and component is built with the highest quality materials and engineered with performance as a priority. Although classically inspired, the GT is a modern Ducati motorcycle, so it is powerful, h...
2008 Ducati Multistrada 1100 S CONQUER ANY ROADWith component technology derived from Ducati Superbikes, the Multistrada 1100 S delivers the ultimate in sports performance. Based on the Multistrada 1100, the 1100 S features a number of advanced components including fully-adjustable Öhlins suspension and carbon fiber highlights. - The 1100 S features a carbon fiber front mudguard, carbon fiber cam belt covers, variable-section alloy handlebars fitted with vibration isolator mounts, and a Superbike derived Öhlins sus...	2008 Ducati Monster S4R S Tricolore THE FLAGSHIPSome of the most sought after Ducati models are the striking 'Tricolore' versions. Models like the F1 750, 851 and more recently the 1098 Tricolore, produced in limited quantities, represented the best-of-the-best and now enjoy legendary status. - For 2008, Ducati will produce a Special Edition S4R S in the bold Tricolore color scheme. True to its legacy, the S4R S Tricolore epitomizes the essential soul of Ducati. Its Italian design heritage is expressed by the colors of ...	2008 Ducati Monster S2R 1000 SR PERSONALITY AND 1000 LITER PERFORMANCEThe new Monster S2R 1000 is a blend of sport and character – the power of the dual spark engine combined with the trellis frame packs a punch into every corner. The S2R 1000 is the ideal choice for anyone who wants the "mean" look of the SR series with more power and the beauty and simplicity advantages of an air-cooled engine. - Our most powerful air-cooled Monster is driven by the highly efficient and ultra-reliable 1000 Dual Spark engine, de...	2008 Ducati Monster 695 THE FASTEST WAY TO OWN A DUCATIThe 695 is a most unique offering – a bike that welcomes new motorcyclists and delivers a level of performance that can also thrill more advanced riders. A Monster 695 transforms a motorcyclist into a Ducatista – a rider whose motorcycle looks, feels and sounds like no other. And to make every twist of the throttle exciting, the new Desmo L-twin 695 engine astounds with its potently smooth and fluid power. - With the lowest seat height of any Ducati, the...
2008 Ducati Hypermotard 1100 S WHEN TOO MUCH IS WHAT YOU NEEDAdding 'S' to the Hypermotard takes the thrills and road holding to the highest level. - The outstanding Marzocchi 50 millimeter forks of the 'S' include a durable low friction, DLC (diamond-like carbon) black coating to the sliders, making the Hypermotard 'S' respond effortlessly to every minute variation in the tarmac and improve its already impressive road holding. The advanced 'S' suspension is further enhanced with an Öhlins remote reservoir rear sho...	2008 Ducati Hypermotard 1100 ATTACK THE CURVES, THE BUMPS, THE UNEXPECTEDRiding the Hypermotard lets you rule the road. Wide, tapered section handlebars transfer control of the tarmac to the rider and a full length seat eases fore and aft movement – up front when entering the turns, then slide back for maximum traction on exit. - A rigidly triangulated trellis frame and track-tested chassis geometry is matched with state-of-the-art suspension. Start off with the road-holding prowess of huge 50 millimeter Marzocchi fo...