The 2008
International Motorcycle Exhibition (EICMA) kicks off today near Milan, Italy, and
Ducati have used the occasion to launch three new models for 2009, as well as a
re-design of their logo.
The
previously-announced new
Monster 1000 range was on show, together with the Superbike range, which includes the lightweight
848, the new
1198, the high-spec
1198 S and
1098 R, and a limited edition
1098 R Bayliss model, which marks the retirement of current World Superbike champion
Troy Bayliss.
The climax of the catwalk display was the unveiling of the aptly-named
Streetfighter, a model that has been in development for three years. Promising 155hp of L-Twin power in a super-light Trellis frame, the Streetfighter is an impressive model that has already been ear-marked as a candidate for best bike in the show.
There's a great report from the launch with pictures over at
Bikes In The Fast Lane.
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