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Thankfully we are not the one to tell you how to get the most out of your 2021 Panigale V4. Instead, Ducati has taken the extra effort to tell you the proper way of doing it.

Ducati will publish seven videos on the company official website and their official YouTube channel with Ducati Official Tester Alessandro Valia and Ducati Superbike Development Team Leader Carlo Ricci Maccarini.

The video, shot from the paddock of the Misano World Circuit Marco Simoncelli, tells us how to properly utilize the electronic controls to improve performance, especially on the track.

The seven videos focus on:

  • Product Overview
  • Product Novelties
  • Cornering ABS Settings
  • Cornering ABS Front Only
  • Ohlins Electronic Suspension Control
  • Ducati Traction Control EVO 3
  • Riding Mode Settings

The first six episodes have been published on YouTube, with the last episode to be made available soon.

Check out the first six tutorials below and who knows? You might understand your beloved VR better after this.

 

Despite the global pandemic, it’s been a busy year for Aprilia since releasing the RS660 last year.

The Noale-based company has officially launched the Tuono 660 and recently revealed the refreshed RSV4 1100 and Tuono 1100.

*Aprilia Tuono 125

However, the Italian company did not ignore the smaller segment as they officially introduce the 2021 RS125 and Tuono 125.

*Aprilia RS125

For 2021, the two motorcycles have a sharper front-end and a sleeker finish on the fairing.

*Aprilia RS125

The 125cc bikes also borrowed design cues from the SXR160 scooter, such as the LED headlight and the digital display.

*Aprilia Tuono 125

Nonetheless, the 125cc models missed out on the DRL (Daytime Running Light) found on its bigger siblings, the RSV4 1100 and Tuono 1100.

*Aprilia Tuono 125

According to Aprilia, the significant changes comes from the single-cylinder, liquid-cooled engine that is now Euro 5 compliant and produces a healthy 14.75hp @ 10,000rpm.

*Aprilia RS125

Aprilia also claimed the RS125 and Tuono 125 received the ‘best in class’ ABS, including the new Marelli ECU, to help improve the riding experience.

The Aprilia RS125 and Tuono 125 is priced from GBP4,500 (RM25,700).

Fabio Quartararo opts for surgery after suffering arm-pump troubles during Sunday’s MotoGP in Jerez.

The Frenchman went from leading the race to finishing 13th place after severe arm-pump problems hit him at mid-race.

With his home race at French GP is coming up next, the factory Yamaha rider could not afford to waste time.

Despite no official details from the factory team, it is understood that Quartararo underwent the same surgery due to similar problems he suffered in 2019 while with Petronas SRT.

The rider also shared his excitement to return to the track ahead of the French GP scheduled next week.

 

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 According to reports, Quartararo undergoes a standard surgery by cutting the membrane around the muscle to allow more blood flow instead of completely removing the membrane, which is a more thorough procedure.

Sundays’ result saw Ducati’s Francesco Bagnaia now leading the championship with 66 points, just 2pts ahead of Fabio Quartararo while another Yamaha rider, Maverick Vinales 3rd place with 50pts.

Ducati ends the first quarter of 2021 with 33 per cent sales growth compared to the same period in 2020.

According to Ducati, the Scrambler 800 range led the sales in Q1, with the all-new Multistrada V4 is the most delivered model to customers, followed by the Streetfighter V4.

Italy confirmed its position as the primary market for Ducati with 2,354 motorcycles delivered, followed by the USA with 1,723 and Germany with 1,275 units.

“The performance in the first months of 2021 is certainly very positive. Motorcycles delivered to customers in the first quarter of the year grew not only compared to 2020, already impacted by Covid, but also compared to 2019. Even more remarkable is the size of the order portfolio (motorcycles to be delivered) at the end of the quarter, which is the best ever, with an extraordinary 93% growth compared to 2020 and +135% compared to 2019. Enthusiasts are appreciating the 2021 range, and the family of Ducatisti is expanding,” said the company CEO, Claudio Domenicali.

Despite the global pandemic, Domenicali remained positive to deliver the best to its customers worldwide.

“The global market situation is positive in the world of two wheels, while the supply and transport sectors are much more complex, with delivery delays and a shortage of various raw materials.

“This makes it difficult to satisfy all the demand from our passionate customers, but at Ducati we are strongly motivated to do everything we can to reduce the inconvenience caused by this situation.

“I want to thank all the women and men who, in Borgo Panigale and in our subsidiaries around the world, are working with great commitment in this period of high seasonality,” he added.

In July, the Chinese motorcycle manufacturer, Benda, is expected to reveal the company’s latest model, the LFC700.

Firstly introduced as a concept cruiser last year with the codename LF-01, Benda will pull the wrap over the new model in an official event scheduled at Xi’an, China.

While China motorcycle brand is known to copy other established motorcycle in the market, Benda puts in an original design altogether.

Combining a futuristic element, the LFC700 is powered by a 680cc inline-four engine capable of producing around 97hp, making it the most powerful motorcycle ever produced by Benda.

Based on the concept bike, the LFC700 is expected to offer a full TFT display, assist and slipper clutch, ABS, and a hill start assist.

To make things even better, the LFC700 is expected to be priced at around CNY50,000 (RM31,800), making it very desirable for new and experienced riders.

(source: BikeDekho)

Understanding the demand for a zero-emission two-wheeler, Benelli revealed the Dong, an all-new electric scooter made primarily for the Asian markets.

Despite using the Benelli badge, the overall look of the motorcycle is screaming Qianjiang Motorcycle, the Chinese company responsible for taking over the brand in 2005.

Based on the shared images, the Dong stands out primarily due to its unique design, especially the rear section.

The rear-end is connected to the floorboard via a central shaft while the real wheel and hub-mounted motor are connected to the main body via a slim swingarm hence contributes to somewhat a floating effect.

Nevertheless, the scooter comes with a complete LED light setup (front and rear), including a digital LCD.

According to Benelli, the Dong is powered by a 1.2kW motor capable of reaching 45kmph with a claimed range of 60km.

What makes the Dong even cooler is that it also packs an artificial exhaust sound feature that helps to mimic a combustion engine sound.

The Benelli Dong is currently available in Indonesia for IDR 36,900,000 (RM10,500). Will the Dong make its way to our shores anytime soon?

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