Ducati Thailand launches 6 new big bikes at the 2022 Motor Show
Ducati Thailand has launched 6 new big bikes, the DNA model, at the same time in the 43rd Bangkok International Motor Show ranging from the new Panigale V4/V4S 2022, Panigale V4 SP2, Streetfighter V2, Streetfighter V4 SP, to Multistrada V2S and Multistrada V4 Pikes Peak. The special campaign, “Ducati Motor Show Begins”, offers both 0% interest for up to 5 years or 0% initial down payment, exclusively at Bangkok International Motor show.
Krishnakon Sawtanan, Executive Chairman of Motore Italiano, the official importer and distributor of Ducati motorcycles in Thailand, said, “Ducati Thailand’s marketing approach is outstanding and different. Moreover, this has set the point where it is at the peak of the brand after its launch in the middle of 2021 under Motore Italiano. The distinctive points of this new model are the speed, agility and variety to keep up with the needs of customers. In Bangkok International Motor Show 2022, it marks the first time Ducati Thailand has released 6 new models of motorcycles in a row to meet the needs of customers and present with special offers and campaigns including the “Ducati Motor Show Begins”, where customers can choose to receive 0% interest for up to 5 years or down payment starting with 0% or “Ducati Worry-free” care for every new car bought which gives no maintenance fee with first class insurance”
Ducati Thailand will showcase 6 new motorcycle models and more than 11 popular models within the same area as the Audi booth. The showcase is under the concept “Audi-Ducati Brand Integration” in which all the visitors will receive new inspiration and experience the best automotive technology.
Dom Hetrakul, Managing Director of Motore Italiano, said, “At this event, Ducati Thailand is ready to unseal prices and accept reservations for all products including the Line Up 2022 models like the Streetfighter V2 that continues the success of Streetfighter V4 under a beautiful and outstanding design. It has been guaranteed with the award “The Most Beautiful” at the Eicma event in 2019, in which the particular model is powered by a 955 cc V2 engine with 153 horsepower and a maximum torque of 101.4 Nm at 9,000rpm. It will make driving more fun at a great price with a starting price of only 729,000 baht.
There is also a Streetfighter V4 SP model which can be considered as the “King of Naked Bike”. It is decorated with Winter Test patterns from the world-class race cars such as World Superbike (WSBK) and SBK, Alcantara leather-covered seats, an outstanding aluminium fuel tank, specifically for the SP model. The superleggera V4 comes with the most advanced technology Ducati can deliver, such as a five-spoke carbon wheelset and Brembo Stylema brakes, which are estimated to cost less than 1.6 million baht.
Another model that is believed to be the most popular at the Bangkok International Motor Show 2022 is the Multistrada V2S, whose idea was developed from the need for an everyday-motorcycle with the new Ducati Testastretta 2 engine, L-Twin 937 cc cylinder, water-cooled, Desmodromic and Testastretta 11° valve system,. Its maximum power is 113 horsepower at 9,000 rev / min, with maximum torque of 94 Nm and 6-speed gearbox with slipper clutch. The gear has also been improved even further than the previous models. The starting price is at 689,000 baht.
The multistrada V4 Pikes Peak, the sport touring bike that won the Pikes Peak International Hill Climb race, will be the best motorcycle of 2022, with its special feature forged aluminium wheels of 17-inch Marchesini, Pirelli Diablo Rosso IV tires with a single swingarm. It also comes with semi-active suspension of Öhlins Smart EC 2.0 and a race riding mode which is the highest 170 horsepower engine of the Touring Adventure family. The starting price is at 1,579,000 baht.
Another model that is sure to surprise is the Panigale V4 Model 2022, which has improved both design and technology to meet the driving needs of customers even more. It can generate 37 kg of aerodynamic downforce at a speed of 300 km/h. The Desmosedici Stradale engine is a MotoGP-based reproduction that produces 215.5 hp at 13,000 rpm and 123.6 Nm of peak torque at 9,500 rpm, gear ratios 1, 2 and 6 have also been adjusted to increase the ratio and to control the acceleration. During low speeds, it is easier both during high and low speed. The launch price is 1,019,000 baht.
In addition, the new model from Ducati Thailand that is believed to attract a lot of bikers is the Panigale V4S Model 2022 with additional specialties from the Panigale V4 Model 2022, that is the front and rear shock absorbers including Öhlins NPX 25/30 and Öhlins TTX36. It also comes with Forged Aluminium wheels making it lighter than before. The launch price is at 1,289,000 baht.
Last but not least, a special edition of the segment that is considered the ultimate highlight of the Ducati booth, you can not miss it. After all, the Panigale V4 SP2 is regarded as the fastest model in the Panigale family. Every vehicle comes with the model name and production number of each car which will be placed on the fender. The model has a Desmosedici Stradale V4 powertrain of 1,103 cc using technology developed from MotoGP and able to deliver a maximum power of 215.5 horsepower at 13,000 rev / min, maximum torque of 123.6 Nm at 9,500 rev / min and is also superior with equipment installed from the factory. The bike has 5-spoke carbon wheels with Smart EC 2.0 electronic control system. The starting price is at 1,660,000 baht.
