Ducati Celebrates 100 Years of Racing on Pikes Peak

By Andrew Kohn from Press Via Ducati North America, Cupertino, Calif. (June 17, 2016)

This year marked the 100th anniversary of the Pikes Peak International Hill Climb. Known as one of the most difficult motorcycle races in the world, Pikes Peak challenges riders with a 12.42 mile, 156 turn course that climbs 4,720 ft. from the 9,390 ft. start line to the 14,115 ft. finish. The combination of a twisty road with steep drop-offs, unpredictable weather, and the technical challenges associated with operating internal combustion engines efficiently at altitude, makes Pikes Peak truly demanding.

Over the years, Ducati has had quite a bit of success on Pikes Peak, and to help celebrate the 100th Anniversary of the race, is releasing a limited edition replica kit for the Multistrada. Earning multiple victories at the race since 2010, the Ducati Multistrada 1200 Pikes Peak is one of the most significant race bikes that represents Ducati North America’s racing heritage. Created specifically for the centennial anniversary of the PPIHC and exclusively for North America, production will be limited to 400 replica kits. Each kit is included with the purchase of a new 2016 Ducati Multistrada 1200 Pikes Peak, available only at authorized Ducati dealerships.

The Ducati Multistrada 1200 Pikes Peak 100th Anniversary Replica Kit includes:

• Personalized Pikes Peak “100” Race Number Plate
• Motorcycle Fairing Partner Logos
• Numbered crank-case cover badge with Pikes Peak 100th Anniversary Logo
• Spider Grips PEAK grip specifically developed from the race program
• Pikes Peak Squadra Alpina Team Hat
• Pikes Peak Squadra Alpina Decal Pack
• History of the Pikes Peak International Hill Climb advance release DVD
• Pikes Peak Squadra Alpina Team Glossy and Poster, signed by former champions Carlin Dunne, Micky Dymond, Gary Trachy and Greg Tracy

The 2016 Multistrada 1200 Pikes Peak is a variant of the base model of the Multistrada and is designed to convey all the strength that has made this bike successful on the demanding road course. The motorcycle is differentiated from the base model by dedicated components including adjustable high performance Öhlins suspension, as well as a Ducati Performance exhaust by Termignoni that adds a distinct exhaust note. MSRP for this limited edition is $23,795.

The addition of the replica kit makes an already special bike that much more exclusive. From its inception as an air cooled 1,000cc model in 2003 all the way to today’s 1,200cc liquid cooled version, the Multistrada has offered a good balance of comfort, performance, and sport touring ability. Hopefully, we can bring you a test ride soon!

For more information about Ducati, including participating dealers and availability of the Multistrada 1200 Pikes Peak, head to http://www.ducatiusa.com/pikes_peak_squadra_alpina.do

Ducati Multistrada 1200 Pikes Peak Specifications:

Engine

Type: Ducati Testastretta DVT with Desmodromic Variable Timing, L-Twin cylinder, 4 valves per cylinder, Dual Spark, liquid cooled

Displacement: 1198.4cc

Bore x Stroke: 106x67.9mm

Compression ratio: 12.5:1

Power: 160 hp @ 9,500 rpm

Torque: 100.3 lb-ft @ 7,500 rpm

Fuel injection: Bosch electronic fuel injection system, elliptical throttle bodies with Ride-by-Wire, equivalent diameter 56 mm

Exhaust: Stainless steel muffler with catalytic converter and 2 lambda probes, aluminum tail pipes

Transmission

Gearbox: 6 speed

Primary drive: Straight cut gears, Ratio: 1.84:1

Ratio: 1=37/15 2=30/17 3=27/20 4=24/22 5=23/24 6=22/25

Final drive: Chain; Front sprocket 15; Rear sprocket 40

Clutch: Light action, wet, multiplate clutch with hydraulic control. Self-servo action on drive, slipper action on over-run

Chassis

Frame: Tubular steel Trellis frame

Front suspension: Öhlins 48 mm fully adjustable usd fork

Front wheel: Y-shaped 3-spoke in light alloy, 3.50" x 17"

Front Tire: Pirelli Scorpion Trail II 120/70 ZR17

Rear suspension: Fully adjustable Öhlins TTX36 unit. Aluminum single-sided swingarm

Rear wheel: Y-shaped 3-spoke in light alloy, 6.00" x 17"

Rear tire: Pirelli Scorpion Trail II 190/55 ZR17

Front wheel travel: 6.7 in (170 mm)

Rear wheel travel: 6.7 in (170 mm)

Front brake: 2 x 330 mm semi-floating discs, radially mounted Brembo Monobloc Evo M50 4-piston calipers, 2-pad, radial pump with cornering ABS as standard equipment

Rear brake: 265 mm disc, 2-piston floating caliper, cornering ABS as standard equipment

Instrumentation: Color TFT display 5"

Dimensions and weight

Dry weight: 458 lb (208 kg)

Wet weight: 509 lb (231 kg)

Seat height: Adjustable 32.5 - 33.3 in (825 - 845 mm)

Wheelbase: 60.2 in (1,529 mm)

Rake: 24°

Trail: 4.2 in (106 mm)

Fuel tank capacity: 5.3 US gal (20 l)

Equipment

Standard Equipment: Riding Modes, Power Modes, Ducati Safety Pack (cornering ABS + DTC), Ducati Wheelie Control, Cruise control, Full LED headlamp with Ducati Cornering Lights, Hands-Free, Backlit handlebar switches, Bluetooth module for multimedia system

Warranty

Warranty: 2 years unlimited mileage

Maintenance service intervals: 9,000 mi (15,000 km) / 12 months

Valve clearance check: 18,000 mi (30,000 km)