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New Ducati Multistrada has Testastretta motor: presentation at EICMA 2009
The debut of the new Ducati Multistrada 1200 at the EICMA has been confirmed, after we first reported the Multistrada countdown site, giving Ducati the opportunity to monopolise media attention at the show. In the end, just because Honda and Yamaha won’t be present, doesn’t mean the rest of us can’t have some fun!
The EICMA runs from November 10th to 15th at Milan’s “Fiera” and Ducati will be in hall 18, showing off the Multistrada which will be presented to the public for the first time ever. The bike is set to be a mix of sports ride with versatilility and comfort, and of course, quintessential Ducati style.
The Multistrada name translates to “many roads”, which is just what the spirit of this bike is about. It’s designed to be an all-road terrain bike with top notch Ducati technology and performance which adapt themselves to the individual needs and riding style of the owner. While Honda has the head-start on sports touring models with its VFR1200F, the Ducati Multistrada 1200 is designed to include touring elements as well as being a supersports model that is flexible enough for daily use as well as some soft-offroading in the form of an enduro-road model.
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Ducati Multistrada Teaser Video
With a dedicated mini site and a teaser video Ducati has confirmed what we were calling Stradaperta is officially named Multistrada 1200 and after a lot of speculation and spy shots we’ll finally see it at the EICMA show in nine days.
Ducati Stradaperta spy shots
Here are spy shots of the instrumentation of the Ducati Stradaperta for 2010, a model which is arousing much interest, even having an online community dedicated to it before its release. The instrumentation seems to be complete in all aspects: fully digital, it has a large display and well-sized lights in an original design.
There’s plenty of plastic, but it looks like quality, and there is space to keep personal belongings. The photos are a nice close up, and we get another look at the whole, seeming like a very large insect. While the Stradaperta is still camouflaged, the front in these spy shots is likely to be its final look, though we’ll know more when it’s presented at the 2009 EICMA show. Do we really have to wait that long??
Source | Motoblog
Ducati Multistrada rendering
Here’s a rendering of one interpretation of a new Ducati Multistrada or Stradaperta. The aggressive design comes from Xavier Gordillo at Motorevue and shows a hypothesis on an all-terrain Ducati bike.
Reports say that a new Ducati Hypermotard 796 should appear at the EICMA show in Milan, and if a Multistrada should appear in the future as well, competition for the BMW R1200GS is really heating up. More work probably needs to be done on this rendering, as it looks a little out of proportion, but it’s an interesting offering anyway.
BMW R1200GS engine pics
The new BMW R1200GS gets some significant engine updates in a bike perhaps not meant to be revolutionary, but that has become an icon in the world of European motorcycling. It has DOHC cylinder head and cam set-up, with different valve positioning and overall lower emissions.
For full details on the whole valve cover/cylinder head cover and camshaft modifications, see Hell for Leather’s comments section which has some nice technical info. The BMW R1200GS should have 115 hp, with spark plug and cylinder modifications for greater fuel emission and to enter into Euro4 emissions laws. The BMW R1200GS will appear with the R 1200R and R1200RT at this year’s EICMA so stay tuned.
The R1200GS is already in production, ready for sales success in 2010, and we should see an interesting battle between it and the road enduro Ducati Multistrada/Stradaperta. Take your bets now…
Ducati Strada Aperta spy shots
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
Spy shots of Ducati enduro 1098 for 2010
The possible heir to the Ducati Multistrada has been spotted in Spain, although the name and look of the bike are still uncertain, especially with this camouflage job.
The rear swing arm and redesigned tail are the notable updates, if we exclude the likelihood of a mixed alluminium, trellis frame. The Motociclismo.es site confirms that the bike will have a four valve engine like the Ducati 1098, powerful enough to rival the BMW R 1200 GS.
This looks to be another step in Ducati’s offroad movements, after indiscretions on the Stradaperta plan.
Source | Motociclismo.es
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