A recall notice has been issed for 2018 Ducati Multistrada 1260 S models as a side-stand failure may cause the motorcycle to fall over.
Recall Notice
PRA No. 2019/18035
Date published 2 Feb 2020
Campaign number RCL19-004
Product description Ducati Multistrada 1260 S Motorcycle Model Year 2018
What are the defects?
Due to an improper manufacturing process, the vehicle side stand may break.
What are the hazards?
The motorcycle may fall when parked, increasing the risk of injury to the rider and passenger, or bystanders.
What should consumers do?
Consumers will be notified in writing to contact their closest Ducati dealer or service agent and arrange an appointment for the side stand to be replaced, free of charge.
For further information, consumers can contact an authorised Ducati dealer or email [email protected]
Australia has joined a global recall on 2018 Ducati Multistrada S models over an issue with the side stand breaking due to an “improper manufacturing process”.
The official notice, issued through the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission says the bike may fall when parked, “increasing the risk of injury to the rider and passenger, or bystanders”.
Importers NF Imports will notify owners in writing to contact their closest Ducati dealer or service agent and arrange an appointment for the side stand to be replaced, free of charge.
For further information, consumers can contact an authorised Ducati dealer or email [email protected]
VINS of affected bikes
The recall only affects these six motorcycles:
ZDMAC00AAJB002363
ZDMAC00AAJB002364
ZDMAC00AAJB002365
ZDMAC00AAJB002366
ZDMAC00AAJB002367
ZDMAC00AAJB002368
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As tipped last week, Ducati has debuted two new Scrambler 1100 Pros that finally dispense with the ugly looping brake cable.
There are two models, the Sport having fully adjustable Öhlins suspension. (Full tech specs at the end of the article.)
Here they are in action in Miami. (We’re a bit concerned the female’s ride doesn’t have the Öhlins setup!)
New Pros
1100 Sport Pro
The neater cabling on the Pros is a welcome addition as is the Icon-style short rear fender and remote mudguard/plate holder.
Current 1100 Scrambler with looping cable
That looping cable was originally designed to be reminiscent of their original 1970s Scrambler 450 with high and wide off-road bars.
1972 Ducati Scrambler 450
Now, the bars are black, narrower and shorter, with the Sport edition getting low-slung flat bars and Café Racer-style bar-end mirrors.
1100 Pro
The other major change is the twin-stacked right-side mufflers. We can see the Sport edition up close and it looks great with a brushed titanium-look finish.
Sport cans
We don’t get a close-up look at the 1100 Pro cans which seem to have an aluminium finish.
Scrambler 1100 Pro comes in two-tone “Ocean Drive” (silver with an orange pinstripe) and black steel trellis frame and rear aluminium subframe.
Scrambler 1100 Sport Pro features matt black paint with black gloss “1100” on the tank.
LCD instruments and other details, dimensions and tech secs seem to be the same as the current 1100 models.
The bikes will be available at the end of March in most markets and “very late in the year” in Australia with pricing released closer to the date.
Current 1100 Scrambler prices range from $19,790 to $22,990 for the Sport edition with Öhlins suspension.
Ducati Scrambler 1100 Pro and Sport Pro
Engine:
Engine: 1079cc, L-Twin, Desmodromic distribution, 2 valves per cylinder, air cooled
Riding Modes, Power Mode, Ducati Safety Pack (Cornering ABS + DTC), RbW, LED light-guide, LED rear light with diffusion-light, LCD instruments with gear and fuel level indications, Steel tank with interchangeable aluminium side panels, Machine-finished aluminium belt covers, Under-seat storage compartment with USB socket
Ducati officially launched their 2020 MotoGP campaign overnight at the historic Palazzo Re Enzo in Piazza Maggiore in Bologna.
2020 MotoGP Ducati Desmosedici
Claudio Domenicali – Ducati Motor Holding CEO
“Racing is and has always been a fundamental part of our company, even in such a particularly complicated era where technology is drastically changing our surroundings.
2020 MotoGP Ducati Desmosedici
“In order to succeed in this situation, it is necessary to keep investing in research and development, and racing is a crucial part of our commitment to this.
“If we sum the R&D done for the production line, for racing and the assets needed to produce new models, the global Ducati R&D is worth more than 10 per cent of the revenue.
2020 MotoGP Ducati Desmosedici
“Our Panigale V4 machine has been profoundly renovated for 2020, and it wouldn’t have been born without the contribution of all the lessons that we have learned thanks to the competitions.
“An engine that features a counter-rotating crankshaft, a spine and slice traction control, an efficient aerodynamic fairing that includes aerofoils are just a few of the elements deriving from the skillful work done by Gigi and his crew in MotoGP.
2020 MotoGP Ducati Desmosedici
“We are incredibly proud, not just because Ducati is the only Italian company, but also the only European company able to win races in MotoGP since the beginning of the Championship in 2002.
“We are proud to represent an excellent territory, the Motor Valley, in the competitions. This is an incredible area that within a ray of 150 kilometers sees prestigious brands such as Ferrari, Lamborghini, Maserati, Dallara, Pagani and of course Ducati, that is situated just 15 minutes away from the centre of Bologna.
2020 MotoGP Ducati Desmosedici
“This is what racing is for Ducati: an advanced technological incubator, a showcase for Italian intelligence and technology, and an incredible component of passion for all the Ducatisti. I want to thank all our partners and sponsors and wish all my best to Andrea, Danilo and Gigi and the whole team. I wish to all of us a highly competitive season full of satisfaction”.
2020 MotoGP Ducati Desmosedici
2020 MotoGP Ducati Desmosedici Specifications
Ducati Desmosedici
Engine
Liquid-cooled, 90° V4, four-stroke, Desmodromic DOHC, four valves per cylinder
Capacity
1,000cc
Maximum power
Over 250hp
Maximum speed
Over 350 km/h (218 mph)
Transmission
Ducati Seamless
Final Drive
Chain final drive
Carburation
Indirect electronic injection, four throttle bodies with injectors above and below the butterfly valves. Throttles operated by double Ride by Wire systems
Fuel
Shell Racing V-Power
Lubricant
Shell Advance Ultra 4
Exhaust
Akrapovič
Chain
D.I.D Chain
Frame
Aluminium alloy twin-spar
Suspension
Öhlins inverted front fork with carbon outer tubes and Öhlins rear shock absorber, adjustable for preload and damping
Electronics
Magneti Marelli ECU programmed with Dorna Unified Software
Tyres
Michelin 17″ front and rear
Wheel Rims
Marchesini magnesium alloy
Brakes
Brembo, two 340mm carbon front discs with four-piston callipers. Single stainless steel rear disc with two-piston calliper
Ducati could be launching a Scrambler 1100 Pro and possibly a Scrambler 1100 Pro Sport in Miami on Monday (27 January 2020), judging by this video.
The video is not on the official Ducati or Scrambler Ducati YouTube channels, so we’re not sure of its veracity.
However, late last year, Ducati filed documents with the US emissions agency for a “Scrambler 1100 Pro” and “Scrambler 1100 Pro Sport” with the same 1079cc, L-twin motor with 62kW and 88Nm.
However, they did also unveil two artist impressions for a Motard 803cc version and a Desert X with Dakar Rally styling and powered by the 1100cc engine.
Scrambler Motard
Scrambler Desert X
Last week, Ducati announced its 2019 sales figures and ended with the vague announcement that they would add another Scrambler model to its fleet “in the coming months”.
That signified only one model and as much as many would like to see the Desert X, the video seems to suggest it will be the Scrambler 1100 Pro.
However, the video ends with “JUST PROs” which indicates two models.
We see one model with gold Ohlins forks as in the main photo at the top of this article and likely an Ohlins rear shock.
Ducati already has a Scrambler 1100 Sport model with Ohlins suspension.
Scrambler 1100 Sport
However, in one frame we notice a second bike which has standard black forks, so there could be two models.
We also notice early on in two other shots what appear to be hydraulic cables coming from the tops of the Ohlins forks, so it could have electronic suspension adjustment.
Meanwhile, we can see that the throttle, clutch and brake cables have been tidied up!
It is interesting that the video dwells on the gear shifter for a few seconds. Could it also have a quickshifter?
Quickshifter?
The only other changes we can see is a possible carbon-fibre front guard on the Ohlins-equipped model and double exhausts mounted high on the right rather than either side under the seat.
Ugly double “soda cans”!
Unfortunately, Ducati persist with ugly “aluminium soft drink can” mufflers, probably because most people swap them for aftermarket models such as Termignonis.
Maybe the Scrambler aficionados can spot more changes from the current Scrambler 1100s.
Ducati’s planned V4 Superleggera is expected to be one of the world’s most powerful street-legal super bikes with 167kW (224hp) at 15,250 revs.
Throw on the optional Akrapovic full racing exhaust system and power is boosted to 174kW (234bhp), even beating the supercharged Kawasaki H2 at 171kW (230hp).
That compares with the Aprilia RSV4 1100 Factory at 162kW (217hp) and new Honda CBR1000RR-R Fireblade with 160kW (212hp).
Super light
A leaked photo (above) and details show the largely carbon-fibre bike will weigh just 152kg which is 20kg less than the V4R, hence the term superleggera (super light).
The Superleggera’s Desmosedici Stradale R V4 engine is a big jump up from the “standard” V4 with (155kW/208hp, 124Nm) and V4S/R (top of page) with 159kW (214hp).
However, it is expected to have a super cost as well at $US100,000 (about $A145,000).
Italy remains the number one market for Ducati Double-digit growth in China, Brazil and Spain
Ducati Motor Holding closed 2019 with 53,183 bikes delivered to customers worldwide, narrowly besting last year’s figure of 53,004 bikes.
KTM remains Europe’s largest motorcycle manufacturer with sales exceeding 200,000. BMW Motorrad recently reported their 2019 sales volume as 175,162. We have not seen the full year results for Triumph as yet, but projections had the British marque expecting to end 2019 with 67,000 sales, after reporting 55,192 sales over the first three-quarters of the year.
Ducati Panigale V4S
A major contribution to Ducati’s sales results came from the Panigale: with sales totalling 8,304.
Two new bikes introduced in 2019 – the Hypermotard 950 and Diavel 1260 – racked up sales of 4,472 and 3,129 respectively, doubling the overall volumes achieved in 2018 by previous versions.
2019 Ducati Diavel 1260 S
The Multistrada family performed equally well, scoring a 3 per cent increase compared to 2018 (thanks also to the addition of the 950 S and a revamped 1260 Enduro); deliveries totalled 12,160, the best sales performance since the Bologna-built multibike made its debut 16 years ago.
2020 Ducati Multistrada 1260 S Grand Tour
Sales figures for 2019 have reinforced Ducati’s position at the premium end of the motorcycle market.
Claudio Domenicali, CEO of Ducati Motor Holding
“2019 was a tough but also rewarding year. We’re working to make Ducati the world’s most desirable motorcycle brand and the results we’re achieving, the development of the range and the market response all confirm we’re on the right track. On today’s global market, one in every four superbikes is now a Panigale. The technical content we’ve transferred from the R version and our extensive racing experience to the V4 2020 range ensure this bike remains the category benchmark. What’s more, order books for the new Streetfighter V4 are bulging – more than 1,700 are already on order – and deliveries will begin in March 2020.”
Claudio Domenicali with the Panigale V4 R
Sales in Italy continue to grow, confirming the country as Ducati’s number one market. Bike sales totalled 9,474, a 3 per cent improvement on 2018 and a 20 per cent increase over the last three years.
Here in Australia Ducati sales were down 9.5 per cent in a motorcycle market that was down 6.1 per cent overall. Not positive territory but a more encouraging result than the 23.2 per cent fall Ducati experienced here over the 2018 calendar year. Ducati Australia retailed 1368 units in 2019.
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In the United States, Ducati deliveries totalled 7,682 motorcycles, down by two per cent despite the continuing negative trend which saw the US market shrink by seven per cent compared to 2018.
Brazil (+20%), Spain (+10%) and France (+8%), however, performed well for Ducati.
China continued the upward trend of recent years and is, with 3,200 motorcycles sold (+12%), now the Bologna-based bike manufacturer’s fifth most important market.
Ducati Streetfighter V4 S
For 2020, Ducati’s product range is now even more complete and dealerships will soon be taking delivery of the long-awaited Streetfighter V4. The Panigale can – in addition to the introduction of the new V2 – also count on a major upgrade to the V4 that will boost performance and enhance rideability.
Ducati Panigale V2 due in 2020
For globetrotters and those who want to enjoy long-distance adventures in outstanding comfort, the Multistrada family sees the arrival of the new Grand Tour.
Last but not least, the Ducati Scrambler range – which saw the new 800 Dark presented at EICMA – will see the introduction of a new model in the coming months.
Francesco Milicia, Global Sales VP
“We’re satisfied with the results achieved in 2019. Over the last twelve months a major network development plan has been implemented, with 54 new dealerships in 20 countries. This expansion plan will continue this year in order to further improve the world-wide network coverage and offer our fans a growing premium experience.”
2020 Ducati Multistrada 1260 S Grand Tour comes with panniers as standard Source: MCNews.com.au
Ducati will add another Scrambler model to its fleet “in the coming months”, either an 803cc street motard or an 1100cc desert-racing Dakar model.
The vague announcement came in the company’s annual report on 2019 global sales which were fairly flat at 53,183, just 179 more than 2018.
There was no mention of Scrambler sales figures.
Maybe they have slipped, although Ducati boss Claudio Domenicali said as recently as last November that Scrambler is now the company’s biggest seller with more than 70,000 sales since launch in 2015.
At the end of the official press release, they say:
Last but not least, the Ducati Scrambler range – which saw the new 800 Dark presented at EICMA – will see the introduction of a new model in the coming months.
It doesn’t give much away, but we suspect it will be either the motard or Dakar model debuted at EICMA in Milan last November.
It features a matt black frame, black engine with polished fin ends, black seat with grey trim and round black mirrors.
Motard Scrambler
Claudio said at EICMA that their styling department was asked to create “something unprecedented but entirely possible”.
The results are the motard and scrambler.
The Motard will be based on the 803cc Scrambler.
“This is a bike we are working on right now,” said Claudio, so the production version can’t be far away.
Desert X Scrambler
The Desert X is based on the 1100cc Scrambler.
It celebrates the 1990 Paris-Dakar Rally victory by Italian rider Edi Orioli on the Ducati-powered Cagiva Elefant. That bike is in now in Ducati’s museum above their Bologna factory.
Dakar-winning Cagiva
“We want to build the future without forgetting the past,” Claudio said.
Interestingly, Desert X is the name of a contemporary art exhibition held in the Coachella Valley in Southern California.
While Ducati already has an 803cc Desert Sled which is more off-road capable, the Desert X will be the 1100cc equivalent.
Scrambler Ducati Desert Sled
Ducati global sales
Ducati says they sold 8304 Panigales last year, confirming its status as the “world’s best-selling superbike with a market share of 25%”.
Two new bikes introduced in 2019 – the Hypermotard 950 and Diavel 1260 – racked up sales of 4472 and 3129 respectively, doubling the overall volumes achieved in 2018 by previous versions.
The Multistrada family performed equally well, scoring a 3% increase compared with 2018 thanks also to the addition of the 950 S and a revamped 1260 Enduro. Deliveries totalled 12,160, the best sales performance since the Bologna-built bike made its debut 16 years ago.
Now, the second-generation Diavel 1260 S has clinched the Good Design Award from the Chicago Athenaeum, Museum of Architecture and Design and the European Centre for Architecture Art Design and Urban Studies.
For 2020 the Diavel 1260 sports two new colour schemes, an all-black Dark Stealth for the standard version and an all-Ducati-red with white trims and red seat tail on the S version.
We have gone over the reader statistics for our motorcycle stories, assessing multiple entries about particular bikes and also considered your comments.
The statistical analysis arrives at what we think are the bikes you would most like to ride in 2020.
We apologise if this list does not reflect your particular interest. It certainly doesn’t reflect my choice!
After all, it’s just a statistical analysis and a bit of fun for your New Year reading.
2020 vision
So here are the top five bikes possibly coming in 2020 … according to you!
1 BMW R 18 cruiser
First R 18 concept
BMW said it would never build another cruiser after the R 1200 C. A few years ago they altered their tune, saying “never say never”.
Now they are building one!
BMW R 18 second concept model
We are still unsure what the R 18 will look like, although there have been some concepts and spy photos.
BMW R 18 spy photo
Even so, it hasn’t stopped BMW from launching a dedicated order site and even taking deposits from excited fans.
Harley-Davidson Revolution Max platform Bronx Streetfighter
Speaking of which, Harley-Davidson will release an abundance of unusual products in 2020, including the Bronx Streetfighter range, electric bicycles and motorcycles, and their first big-bore adventure bike, the Pan America.
While our articles on all these bikes scored highly with our readers, the macho Streetfighter won this title bout.
We wish founder Denis Savic the best of luck with his motorcycle and are looking forward to the promised test ride. Stay tuned!
5 Suzuki Hayabusa
Hayabusa engine patent filing
The Suzuki Hayabusa no longer meets stringent Euro5 conditions that kick in from 1 January 2020.
And we don’t exactly know what Suzuki will do to replace it or even if they will!
However, our articles about patent filings for an updated Hayabusa have sparked a lot of interest, especially the possibility it could be powered by a 1440cc engine.
Other 2020 contenders
Ducati Streetfighter V4 wins most beautiful bike at EICMA
It’s difficult to set out the other contenders, but there has been a lot of interest shown in the Ducati Streetfighter V4 and the MV Agusta Superveloce 800.
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Current 1100 Scrambler with looping cable
1972 Ducati Scrambler 450
Sport cans
Icon Dark
Scrambler 1100 Sport
Quickshifter?
Ugly double “soda cans”!
Dakar-winning Cagiva
Scrambler Ducati Desert Sled
Diavel and Niken 
2020 Ducati Diavel 1260 S
Diavel 1260
