Ducati Launches Diavel in India

Ducati, the famed Italian manufacturer of superbikes, launched two versions - Standard and Carbon - of the Ducati DIAVEL in India on 20th June 2011 after inaugurating the company's showroom in Bangalore. Mr. Mirko Bordiga, Chief Executive Officer, Ducati Asia Pacific, Mr. Ashish Chordia, Chief Executive Officer, Ducati India, and Mr. Allum Preetham, Director, Ducati Bengaluru, were present on the occasion..

The less expensive standard version of Diavel costs Rs 17.06 lac (ex-showroom, Bangalore); the Carbon version costs Rs.22.06 lac whereas the still more expensive Carbon Red version costs Rs 22.43 lac (ex-showroom, Banglaore).

Mr. Mirko Bordiga said: "The Diavel is, without any doubt, the most exciting innovation in the Ducati 2011 line because it represents a new concept of motorcycle." He added: "It is a naked bike because it is essential, light and agile; a cruiser because it is imposing and also comfortable with a passenger; and a sports bike because it has a powerful heart, muscles, and levels of performance that take your breath away"

Mr.Bordiga went on to state: "Until now no segment has ever captured these characteristics in just one motorcycle. We are extremely satisfied with the Diavel, it represents the very concept of sport and celebrates all that Ducati has achieved in recent years. If the Multistrada 1200 represents the perfect synthesis between functionality and performance, the Diavel creates a new interpretation of performance, this time combined with technology and design."

According to the company's press release "For connoisseurs of technology, ABS, Ducati Traction Control and Ducati Riding Modes deliver a confidence-inspiring sophistication while stunning looks, 162hp and 207kg (456lb) of authentic Ducati performance drives a comfortable new sport lifestyle. Merging the worlds of power and style has been achieved with convincing precision. A specially engineered 240 section rear tyre combined with famous Ducati chassis technology serves up mind-blowing handling and lean angles, whether carving through curves or just riding out for a night on the town."

The Ducati Diavel, weighing a little over 200 kg, is equipped with a 1198cc Testastretta 11º engine coupled with a 6-speed gear box and delivering 162 bhp @ 9500rpm and 127.5Nm of torque,  and features some latest technology like ABS, Ducati Traction Control and Ducati Riding modes.

Ducati, established in 1926, builds motorcycles known for their singularly innovative design and features apart from excellent cutting edge technology. Ducati manufactures motorcycles targeted at six different market segments; needless to say, the features and specifications depend on the target segment. Though Ducati's market operations are mostly in Japan, North America, and Western Europe, its motorcycles are sold in as many as 80 countries across the world.

Ducati which has had dealers only in Mumbai and Delhi so far, has hitherto sold a few over 100 of its bikes in India. The company plans to have its presence in ten major cities across India through dealerships and service centres and plans to sell more than 300 bikes per annum.

Ashish Chordia, CEO, Ducati India, said: "With India’s appreciation of luxury bikes and the opening of this showroom bike lovers can now experience what riders across the world have experienced for over a century. Also the facility will offer bikers everything they need to enjoy their Ducatis, including latest model range, technical support, parts accessories and apparels."

Ducati is expected to launch two model of super-bike series, 848 Evo and 1198SP in India in early 2012.
　
Specifications:

Engine :1198 cc Testastretta 11°, L-Twin cylinder, 4 valve per cylinder, Desmodromic, Liquid cooled
Compression Ratio: 11:5:1
Max. Power: 162bhp @ 9500rpm
Max. Torque: 127.5Nm @ 8000rpm

Transmission: 6 Speed
Fuel Injection: Mitsubishi electronic fuel injection system, Mikuni elliptical throttle bodies with RbW
Exhaust: Lightweight 2-1-2 system with catalytic converter and two lambda probes. Twin aluminium mufflers

Kerb Weight: 207Kg

Fuel Tank Capacity : 17 litre

Wheelbase: 1590 mm
Seat Height: 770 mm

Front Tyre: Pirelli Diablo Rosso II 120/70 17"
Rear Tyre: Tubular Steel Trellis Frame

Front Suspension: Marzoochi DLC Coated 50mm Fully Adjustable
Rear Suspension: Progressive Linkage with Sachs Adjustable Monoshock

Front Brake: 2 X 320mm semi-floating Discs, 4- Piston Radial Caliper with ABS
Rear Brake: 265mm Disc, 2-Piston Floating Calliper with ABS

Ride-by-Wire
Lateral radiators
Hands-free ignition
Split-level instrumentation