Ducati Multistrada Enduro launched in India

The Multistrada 1200 Enduro is the most adventurous model in the Ducati range

Unstoppable on any terrain, the Multistrada 1200 Enduro has been developed to take the rider anywhere without sacrificing comfort and control

Now available across all Ducati dealerships in India at INR 17,44,000 (Ex-showroom Delhi)

by Shrutee K/DNS

New Delhi, 25 August, 2016: Introducing the wild side of the Italian brand in India, Ducati has now launched the Multistrada 1200 Enduro,the first Ducati designed to take its rider beyond where the asphalt stops. The perfect motorcycle for long adventures is now available across Ducati dealerships in Delhi NCR, Mumbai, Pune and Bengaluru. Priced at INR 17,44,000 (Ex-showroom Delhi).

The new Multistrada 1200 Enduro is built to be at ease on any type of terrain and is able to stand up to the stresses and strains of both off-road and on road riding. The 19’’ spoked front wheel and 17’’ rear, together with the 200 mm wheel travel ensure superior comfort on and off road. Featuring semi-active electronic front and rear Sachs suspension and a 30-litre fuel tank, the Multistrada 1200 Enduro is unstoppable on any terrain and has a range that can exceed 450 kilometres.

Ravi Avalur, Managing Director of Ducati India said:“In 2016, with the Multistrada 1200 & 1200 S we are already the leaders in the large sports touring motorcycle category. We felt this was the right time for us to introduce the Multistrada 1200 Enduro for adventure motorcycling enthusiasts. The motorcycle is a perfect combination of Enduro riding style, limitless comfort and is equipped with cutting edge Ducati technology. The bike is perfect for our riding conditions and we’re sure that it will be as successful.”

The engine of the Multistrada 1200 Enduro is the highly appreciated 160 Bhp Ducati Testastretta DVT (Desmodromic Variable Timing) with Euro 4 homologation. Design wise, the elegant and sporty character of the Multistrada gets an all-terrain twist with the Enduro.

The Multistrada 1200 Enduro comes equipped with a Full-TFT display that displays the four riding modes - Sport, Touring, Urban and Enduro. Replete with the latest technology, the 1200 Enduro features Cornering ABS, Ducati Traction Control, Ride by Wire system, Ducati Wheelie Control and the semi-active Ducati Skyhook Suspension (DSS) Evolution. The advanced electronics also detects jumps and automatically adjusts the suspension to provide a softer landing.

Cruise Control, Hands-Free ignition and back-lit handlebar switches greatly enhance the riding experience and comfort. The full LED lights Ducati Cornering Lights illuminate the road on corner entry. The motorcycle also features a Vehicle Hold Control system that holds the braking and assists uphill starts or when the bike is fully loaded. Also, the Ducati Multimedia System lets riders connect their smartphones to the bike via Bluetooth and answer calls, listen to music, be informed of incoming text messages and record the ride data and share it on social networks. With the new Multistrada 1200 Enduro riders get everything they need to travel a long distance - without ever having to stop.

About Ducati-Founded in 1926, Ducati has been producing sport-inspired motorcycles since 1946. Today, their motorcycles are characterized by performance engines with Desmodromic valve actuation, innovative design and avant-garde technology. Covering several market segments, Ducati's range of motorcycles is divided into model families which include: Diavel, Hypermotard, Monster, Multistrada, Scrambler, and Superbike.

These authentic icons of “made in Italy”, together with an extensive range of associated accessories and technical and lifestyle apparel, are distributed in over 80 countries around the world, with concentration on the European, North American and Asia-Pacific markets. In addition to the Bologna factory located in the Borgo Panigale area, Ducati has a plant in Thailand, which opened in 2011 and assembles motorcycles for the Asian market, and, since 2012, another in Brazil that assembles motorcycles for South America.

Ducati competes in both the World Superbike and MotoGP World Championships. In Superbike Ducati has won 17 Manufacturers' titles and 14 Riders' titles and in 2011 passed the historic milestone of 300 race victories. Ducati have participated in MotoGP since 2003, winning both the Manufacturers' and Riders' titles in 2007.