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Ducati Multistrada V4 Pikes Peak Edition was first spotted testing in March this year on a public road.

However, this time around, the Italians are testing the new motorcycle at a European track.

Ducati Multistrada V4 Pikes Peak Edition Spotted – Single Sided Swingarm, 17″ Front Wheel!

Like the current Multistrada V4, the Pikes Peak Edition shares the same design scheme, except the special edition comes with 17-inch wheels compared to the 19″ found on the standard model, thus making it road centric.

The Pikes Peak Edition is powered by the same Granturismo V4 engine, including a USD Ohlins fork and other electronics setup.

Another notable difference compared to the standard variant is the return of the iconic single-sided swingarm.

According to reports, Ducati will reveal the Pikes Peak Edition in 2022.

(source: RideApart)

Despite an early trip through the gravel and slapped with a double long-lap penalty, Jack Miller still managed to find himself as the winner at the French GP ahead of home favourites Johann Zarco and Fabio Quartararo.

It was a chaotic race at Le Mans as the race started in dry conditions before heavy rain hit the circuit after a few laps.

The scenario forced all rider to come into the pit lane to swap their bike.

The Ducati rider ran off the track and into the gravel on his way to pit lane and later caught speeding, resulting in the double long-lap penalty.

Quartararo also handed the same punishment for bike swap mishaps after he went into his teammates, Maverick Vinales, garage before jumping on his M1 with the bits of help from the pit crew.

The Frenchman managed to clinch a podium finish at third place to secure a lead at the championship standings with one point ahead of Francesco Bagnaia.

Meanwhile, Zarco returns to the podium with second place after missing out at the previous two rounds.

Miller later shared his takes on the crazy race.

“Winning two races in a row is a dream for me, especially after such a difficult race where I even had to take a long double lap and ended up in the gravel. So to be able to get this result is really extraordinary! The race was really long and tough mentally.

“I tried to keep my concentration and kept telling myself to stay calm. In this way, I managed the tyres well and saved them until the end, managing the advantage over Johann (Zarco), who was getting very close towards the end. It was really a fantastic victory!,” said the Australian.

Miller’s teammate, Bagnaia, wasn’t far off as he secured fourth place finished despite a bad start.

“I got a bad start and made a mistake on the first lap, going wide at Turn 6. Then, there was the flag-to-flag: it was the first time for me! It wasn’t easy, but in a way, I enjoyed it. In the beginning, I didn’t feel completely comfortable on the bike, but in the wet, I was able to find my rhythm right away.

“Finishing fourth in these conditions is a really good result, also considering that last year I was very slow in the rain. Now I am second in the Championship, just one point behind Quartararo, so I’m delighted,” he said.

Ducati will be back in action at their home turf in Mugello for the Italian GP at the end of the month.

Thanks to augmented reality (AR) technology, you are now able to take a closer look at the all-new 2021 Ducati Monster via the Monster Experience AR.

The initiative by Ducati allows fans around the globe to experience the new Monster via their smartphone at any time.

Anyone interested in viewing the all-new Monster can do so by simply clicking on the link provided (CLICK HERE) via your smartphone or tablet, followed by allowing the operation to access your camera and selecting the available model for viewing.

The 3D image of the motorcycle will allow you to discover all the details up close, thus providing a proper insight into the new Monster without the need to walk into a physical store.

 

The AR technology also allows you to take a creative picture with the 3D model and share it on social media.

Interestingly, Ducati is inviting everyone to show support for the initiative by experimenting with the Monster Experience AR and sharing it on social media with the #MonsterAR and tagging @ducati_asiapacific.

Ducati will select the best photos and share them on the company digital platform.

Harley-Davidson has officially launched ‘LiveWire’ as an all-electric motorcycle brand in an effort to push for electric mobility.

Interestingly, the American company has done so by naming the brand after Harley’s first electric two-wheeler, the LiveWire unveiled in 2019.

Despite announcing to create a separate electric motorcycle division last February, the decision to name it ‘LiveWire’ came as a surprise.

According to Harley-Davidson CEO Jochen Zeitz, LiveWire will pioneer the future of two-wheels.

“We are seizing the opportunity to lead and define the market in EV.

“With the mission to be the most desirable electric motorcycle brand in the world, LiveWire will pioneer the future of motorcycling for the pursuit of urban adventure and beyond.

“LiveWire also plans to innovate and develop technology that will be applicable to Harley-Davidson electric motorcycles in the future,” he said.

LiveWire will reveal its first model as early as July 8 2021, at the International Motorcycle Show in Irvine, California.

KTM is currently developing an all-new 750cc platform as part of the Austrian company joint venture with Chinese motorcycle manufacturer CFMoto.

Report suggests KTM is planning to introduce a 750 Duke, 750 Adventure and 750 Supermoto as a replacement for the outgoing 790 Duke as the company had recently launched the all-new 890cc range.

In an effort to offer a more affordable mid-segment machine, CFMoto will take up the task to manufacture the KTM 750 model at their factory in Hangzhou, China, with the global unveil expected to take place in 2022.

KTM and CFMoto signed an agreement in 2011 with the China-based company responsible for importing and selling the Austrian motorcycle in China.

However, CFMoto has also officially begun to manufacture KTM motorcycle since 2020 as part of KTM expansion strategy in Asia, similar to the arrangement with Bajaj Auto in India.

Meanwhile, CFMoto is gearing up for their first adventure motorcycle with the all-new 800MT that is powered by the same 799cc engine found on the 790 Adventure.

(source: RushLane)

Akrapovic has put a smile on Yamaha MT-09 owners ever since the motorcycle introduction in 2016.

However, the recent engine upgrades to 890cc compared to the previous 847cc calls for a new product from the Slovenian company.

Introducing the Akrapovic Racing Line full-exhaust system, the latest offering for the all-new 2021 MT-09 that includes:

  • Stainless steel header.
  • Catalytic converter.
  • Pre-muffler.
  • A side-mounted silencer with high-grade titanium outer sleeve.

The company claimed the new exhaust system puts up an additional 2hp and 1.3Nm compared to the stock exhaust, with the notable difference comes at the higher end of the rev range.

For those seeking that extra power, Akrapovic also offers the carbon fibre version, with the company claimed able to gained 4hp and 1.7Nm. However, it is not street legal due to it did not meet the emission standard.

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