Check out the concentration on the face on this young kid as he revs the throttle of his daddy’s Streetfighter and listens to the unmistakable Ducati sound.

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This video from the guys at Motorcycle.com pits the Benelli TNT 1130 against the Ducati Streetfighter in a road test. After dyno testing, the bikes are said to be quite similar, though you may think it’s a bit unfair to go comparing the 2008 Benelli with the more modern, and technologically blessed, Streetfighter. The Benelli still holds its own though, and certainly seems to come off better if you want a daily ride (it’s said to be more agile), and won’t be taking advantage of the ultimate in sports performance. Check out the chatty video test for all the details.

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A new Termignoni silencer for the Ducati Streetfighter is on the market. The silencers are made from titanium and have a redesigned outlet end and caps. They come with catalytic converter and new high performance air filters and meet road use guidelines. It has a dedicated mapping system for even more riding fun.

The Streetfighter titanium silencers increase torque and power by seven to eight percent, according to Termignoni, and cost about 1,789 euros. Racing carbon fibre silencers with removable DB killer are also available. For full details see the Ducati store and Termignoni site.

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This has to be the sweetest Ducati Streetfighter around. Food Network designed this life-sized cake modeled after the Streetfighter and presented it to owner and founder of GoDaddy, Bob Parsons an avid Ducati rider for his wedding.

More details about this yummy motorcycle cake:

-modeled after Parson’s personal Ducati Streetfighter
- the cake was functionable and edible and had engine sounds, working lights and a smoking exhaust
- made of layered yellow cake and weighed around 400lbs
- designed by ‘Ace of Cakes’ Chef/TV Star Duff Goldman

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Shia LaBeouf and Carey Milligan continue their motorcycle love story in these pics, taking a ride on a Ducati Streetfighter. They’re currently filming the Wall Street 2: Money Never Sleeps sequel in New York. They’re a very nice couple, but unfortunately are obstructing the view of a very nice bike.

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Last year Ducati’s naked baby the Streetfighter, won best in show at the Eicma and this year it’s reaping awards and honours from the motorcycle magazine industry and from Ducati enthusiasts.

The Streetfighter took honors in Robb Report’s “Best of the Best”, Motorcyclist’s “Motorcycle of the Year” awards and Cycle World’s “Ten Best.”

Ducati is featured in Robb Report’s “Best of the Best” for the third consecutive year, as part of the annual issue that celebrates the most desired products in the world. Selected as “Best Roadster,” the Streetfighter has joined the the 2007 Ducati 1098 S Superbike and the 2008 Desmosedici RR.

Motorcyclist magazine has also awarded the Ducati Streetfighter with its Motorcycle of the Year Award, with the Streetfighter in the Best “Naked” Bike category.

Cycle World, the world’s largest motorcycling magazine, named the Ducati Streetfighter as the “Best Open Streetbike” for 2009.

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Ducati fans are waiting for the release of Ducati’s Strada Aperta (name to be confirmed), which will replace the Multistrada this year. These spy shots give a sketchy idea of the bike, whose release should happen in November.

The Strada Aperta is still heavily camouflaged but the overall style is evident, with a sleek, agressive look and pointed tail in dirt-bike style. The bike should sport front twin disc brakes, single rear disc, and single-sided swing arm. There are some classic Ducati features that meet expectations (such as Ohlins suspension), but debate on the engine to be chosen is inconclusive.

A 1,200cc air cooled DS motor was originally reported, but rumours have changed to speculate that the motor will be the liquid-cooled Testastretta from the Ducati Streetfighter. With the target competitor set to be the BMW R1200GS, Ducati might have some other surprises up its sleeve. In the gallery is a full set of Strada Aperta spy shots from recent months, from Motociclismo, MCN and Motor.nl.

Ducati Strada Aperta spy shots

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You might dream of superbikes, and live and breathe superbikes, but what happens when you want a bike that will give you that kind of thrill and performance, when you’re not on the track? How do you match road comfort with a sports superbike ride?

According to Popular Mechanics, the Ducati Streetfighter is the answer. We’ve already seen the Streetfighter gallery, and the official video, along with other tests from Moto Revue and Tor Sagen.

Basem Wasef from Popular Mechanics says:

Ducati superbikes are focused, hardcore machines with the capability for breakneck, knee-dragging, on-track shenanigans. But their stretched out ergonomics can wear thin during street rides out in the real world. If you’re not an aspiring MotoGP star, but still want a motorcycle with serious bite, Ducati’s new Streetfighter aims to scratch that itch for power without leaving you with sore wrists and a hefty chiropractic bill.

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The Ducati Village at Donington World Superbike round for June 27 and 28 is your chance to get into the Ducati spirit of things. Saturday night sees an SBK Ducati Party at the “Launch Pad” with live music and special guest appearances from the team including Noriyuki Haga and Michel Fabrizio. Tickets for the event are just £12.50.

For the rest of the weekend, Ducati Village will be hosting a display of 2009 model year bikes, including the limited edition Troy Bayliss 1098R, the 1198S and the new Ducati Streetfighter. Vintage Ducati bikes will also be on show.

Weekend or race day tickets are available with special deals on parking, and access to the Ducati grandstand for an additional fee. A visit to the Ducati Village also gets you in the draw to win a 2009 Ducati Corse Bianchi Bicycle. For details and ticket pricing, check out the Ducati UK site.

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We have to give our compliments to the Franch test rider from Moto Revue in his test of the Ducati Streetfighter S, best bike for 2009. Have a look at the lean this guy gets! He’s almost on a par with Vitto Guareschi and his ride of the bike. This is how Ducati Streetfighter S should be ridden!

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Another creation by Oberdan Bezzi, this one is the Moto Guzzi Drago 1200 (Drago in Italian means dragon). The style is aggressive, streamlined and radical and it’s his idea of a motorcycle that could seriously take on the new Ducati Streetfighter.

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It starts with an idea and then a few sketches and then it becomes the Ducati Streetfighter.

Ducati Streetfighter Sketches

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