2007 Ducati 1098 Superbike Now Available In
Two Additional Colors
Dec 23, 2006
From a press release
issued by Ducati North America:
Cupertino, CA – Ducati North America
announces today that the 1098 Superbike will
be made available in two additional colors.
 The
1098 Superbike was launched to the world at
the EICMA Motorcycle Show in Milan on
November 14. The motorcycle was an immediate
success, with the 1098 S Tricolore winning
the “Most Beautiful Motorcycle in Show”
award. In addition, the international
excitement around the motorcycle has been
significant, with North American Ducati
dealers reporting an overwhelming response.
The two additional colors announced are
black and yellow. The 1098 will get the
striking yellow scheme, matched with black
wheels and a grey frame. The vibrant black
color is available for the 1098 S, paired
with a red frame and red-trimmed black
wheels. Dark aluminum badging will adorn
both color schemes.
The Ducati 1098 Superbike produces 160hp and
90.4lbs/ft of torque, which makes it the
most powerful twin-cylinder motorcycle in
the world, with the highest torque-to-weight
ratio of any sport bike. In addition, the
1098 is also the lightest open class
 Superbike
available, weighing 381 pounds.
The 1098 Superbike will carry a
manufacturers suggested retail price of
$14,995. The 1098 S will be priced at
$19,995, and the limited edition 1098 S
Tricolore will be $24,995.
Prices in Canada will be $19,995 for
standard version, while the 1098 S will be
$24,995 and the Tricolore will be $29,995.
Founded in 1926, Ducati builds
racing-inspired motorcycles characterized by
unique engine features, innovative design,
advanced engineering and overall technical
excellence. The Company produces motorcycles
in six market segments which vary in their
technical and design features and intended
customers: Superbike, Supersport, Monster,
Sport Touring, Multistrada and the new
SportClassic. The Company’s motorcycles are
sold in more than 60 countries worldwide,
with a primary focus in the Western
European, Japan and North American markets.
Ducati has won thirteen of the last fifteen
World Superbike Championship titles and more
individual victories than the competition
put together. For more information about the
Company, please visit our web site at
www.ducatiusa.com
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