Beijing, May 17, 2024 – Adhering to the corporate philosophy of "In China, For China", Ducati unveiled a number of blockbuster new vehicles at the 2024 Beijing International Motorcycle Exhibition, demonstrating the brand's long-term commitment to the Chinese market and Chinese consumers with world-leading products and technologies.
The 2024 Beijing International Motorcycle Exhibition is an international, high-end and authoritative industry platform for Chinese motorcycles, showcasing the world's leading motorcycle industry and products, attracting many major international motorcycle manufacturers to participate in the exhibition, and promoting the healthy development of motorcycle culture in China. At this year's show, the Ducati Diavel for Bentley Limited Edition was officially unveiled, and the all-new Lantu Multistrada V4 Rally Edition was officially launched, with a suggested retail price of RMB 238,000 to RMB 241,000.
The introduction of these two outstanding pieces that represent the aesthetic and innovative spirit of Ducati not only marks a new milestone in the design and technology of the Ducati brand, but also reflects the great importance that Ducati attaches to the Chinese market. In addition, Ducati also announced at the auto show that the 2024 DCPC Ducati China Super Cup Challenge will start soon, which will bring a more professional and exciting track competition experience to all Ducati owners and fans.
The Ducati Diavel for Bentley Limited Edition is the first collaboration between two of the world's leading manufacturers, Ducati and Bentley, combining performance, craftsmanship and exclusivity to combine technology, style and performance that will captivate car enthusiasts.
Based on the high-performance and comfortable precision technology of the Diavel V4, Ducati has incorporated many of the stylistic signatures of Bentley's hand-built limited edition Batur to create a motorcycle that combines a unique design and elegance. The Ducati Diavel for Bentley Limited Edition is produced in a numbered series of 500+50 units, the latter of which was created exclusively for Bentley customers.
The all-new Range Multistrada V4 Rally Edition is Ducati's car for long-distance travellers. Built for adventure, it can easily and comfortably conquer all the unknowns and explore the world, whether on your own or in a group.
The all-new Range Multistrada V4 Rally retains the same striking aesthetic features as the standard version, with the aura, both long-distance and off-road models. In order to bring greater fuel capacity during long journeys, the front area of the vehicle has been redesigned, with wider shoulders but no increase in height and a perfect blend with the central area, slim and ergonomic. From the side, the volume of the fuel tank is more eye-catching, and the special material combination on the surface also brings a more technological and muscular visual effect.
The new Range Multistrada V4 Rally introduces a new aerodynamic deflector at the front, which expands the range of protection for riders, especially passengers, and ensures that the spoiler vacuum area is further back than the standard Range Multistrada V4/V4 S version. In order to improve passenger comfort, the position of the side and top boxes has also been moved backwards. This significantly increases the amount of space available to passengers in their legs and bodies.
Also to improve thermal comfort, deflectors in the leg area separate the airflow to maintain the heat released by the engine during the cold season. Two heat shields were also introduced, one on the rear subframe and one on the swingarm, to reduce the heat felt by the rider and passengers. In addition, considering that the Multistrada V4 Rally Edition is more inclined to off-road use, the lower sump guard has been lengthened to protect the engine from shocks more effectively.
The all-new Range Multistrada V4 Rally Edition is powered by a 1,158 cc V4 Granturismo engine, capable of delivering 124 kW at 10,750 rpm and 118 Nm of torque at 9,000 rpm. In order to improve thermal comfort and fuel consumption, the all-new Multistrada V4 Rally introduces a new electronic cylinder closure function to the rear exhaust cylinder, a technical solution that has been unveiled for the first time on a production motorcycle.
The all-new Range Multistrada V4 Rally Edition is available in City, Sport, Touring and Off-Road riding modes, and features semi-active Marzocchi suspension, controlled by the Ducati Canopy Suspension System, which can be preset by the on-board computer to adjust the damping hardness of the fork and rear shock absorbers in real time for compression and rebound.
With the all-new Multistrada V4 Rally, Ducati elevates the spirit of the Multistrada V4 to a higher dimension, while also bringing greater rider and passenger comfort, greater range and more powerful off-road capabilities.
Ducati announced the return of the 2024 Ducati China Super Cup Challenge, a brand-exclusive event tailored around the Chinese market, which not only provides Ducati customers who love motorsport with an opportunity to challenge themselves and their limits, but also highlights the deepening of the professionalization of motorcycle racing in China, and also marks the focus and importance that Ducati attaches to the Chinese market.
Since the founding of Ducati in 1926, passion and sport have accompanied the development and glory of the brand, carrying with it the infinite yearning for racing on the track. Since 2019, Ducati China has officially launched the DCPC Ducati China Super Cup Challenge, which has become an important part of China's motorsport, attracting many Ducati owners who love speed and passion.
The 2024 DCPC Ducati China Super Cup Challenge will be held in a three-round, six-round format, starting in May and ending in October, with the final race taking place at the Sepang International Circuit in Malaysia, aiming to provide a professional and exciting racing experience for Ducati's passionate owners. In addition to the fierce matchups, this year's Ducati China Super Cup Challenge will also add a series of side events, including a medal ceremony and a championship tour. In addition, Ducati Corse will invite the DCPC Champion of the Year to attend the MotoGP event and visit the Ducati GP Team to experience first-hand the world's top motorcycle racing.
All competitors will compete in Panigale V2 and Panigale V2 Bayliss models, which have been specially tuned and optimised by the Ducati professional racing team, which combine horsepower and elegance. The DCPC Ducati China Super Cup Challenge will receive professional technical support and services from top racing teams, including professional racing P-rooms and on-site technical teams, and Ducati's official coach will be responsible for teaching the whole process, as well as organizing pre- and post-race technical seminars, and the competitors can choose to participate individually or as a team, wearing Ducati customized racing uniforms and professional equipment.
The return of the DCPC Ducati China Super Cup Challenge not only rekindled the passion for motorsport, but also served as an important platform for Ducati to showcase its brand power in the Chinese market. This high-profile event is a reinterpretation of Ducati's brand spirit, a contribution to the culture of Chinese motorcycling, and a reaffirmation of Ducati's long-term commitment to the Chinese market.