Ducati has always been known for its high-performance road-focused motorcycles. From the hypersport Panigale range to the versatile Scrambler series, the house of Borgo Panigale has some of the best tech in the industry. That’s why back in October 2023, Ducati shocked the world when it announced its debut in the 2024 Italian Motocross Championship. On top of that, the brand's entry into the world of MX is set to bring forth a range of new, lightweight off-roaders.
Indeed, we’ve seen a glimpse of this in the newly unveiled Hypermotard Mono, a bike which I’m particularly excited about for next year. However, as it would turn out, the Hypermotard is just a part of Ducati’s single-cylinder exploits. For motocross racing, Ducati has created an all-new 450cc dirtbike, a machine that’s taken two years to develop and produce. Given the popularity of motocross all across the globe, it’s impressive how Ducati has managed to keep the bike a secret for so long.
