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The dawn of a new era: the first Ducati motocross bike
Born to compete, developed on track. The Desmo450 MX is the first Ducati motocross bike with desmodromic timing designed to carry Borgo Panigale racing DNA off-road. Lightweight, powerful, essential, it combines advanced technology and maximum performance to ensure speed, control and pure adrenaline.
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The first motocross bike with desmodromic timing. Enjoy the sound of the Desmo450 MX, Ducati’s first foray into the off-road world.
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Developed on the racetrack, in the Ducati tradition.
The Desmo450 MX was born out of a desire to expand and engage new enthusiasts. Launched in 2021, it fully embodies Ducati's development philosophy: to experiment and refine in competitions solutions intended later for production motorcycles.
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100% Ducati Racing DNA
The know-how gained in MotoGP and WorldSBK, combined with comprehensive research work and the support of sector professionals, has resulted in the development of a motocross bike that embodies Ducati racing DNA. This race-ready production 450 is designed to provide both amateurs and more demanding riders with maximum performance and reliability.
TECH SPEC
- Displacement
- 449.6 cc
- Power
- 63.5 cv (46.7 kW) @ 9,400 rpm
- Torque
- 53.5 Nm (5.46 kgm, 39.5 lb ft) @ 7,500 rpm
- Dry Weight
- 104.8 kg (231 lb)
- Maintenance service intervals
- Oil and oil filter service 15 hours Piston replacement 45 hours Valve clearance check 45 hours Main engine service 90 hours
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Ducati's commitment to this new project is also tangible in the development of a sales network that speaks the language of motocross enthusiasts and understands their needs. Visit the dealer locator selecting “offroad” from among the filters, you will find the dealer nearest to you licensed to sell the Ducati Desmo450 MX.
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Ducati Desmo: the collection dedicated to the new Ducati Desmo450 MX
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A collection dedicated to the off-road world that flaunts an attractive design, technical materials and solutions designed for those who live for motocross, both on and off track.
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The pictures and images of some components may refer to prototypes that could be subject to changes, also of significant nature, in the process of industrialisation and are for information and reference purposes only; they are therefore in no way binding for Ducati Motor Holding S.p.A. - Sole Shareholder Company, subject to the Management and Coordination activities of Audi AG - (hereinafter “Ducati”).
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