Ducati begins part two of the Ducati World Premier 2022 with the official unveiling of the new XDiavel Nera in partnership with Italian craftsmanship, Poltrona Frau.
The Ducati XDiavel Nera was the main protagonist of episode seventh of the DWP 2022 web series.
Born from the proud factory of Borgo Panigale, the XDiavel Nera comes to life from the values of two separate entity, Ducati and Poltrona Frau, that shares the same passion for design, craftsmanship, cutting-edge technologies and an aptitude for innovation.
The result is a sports cruiser produced in a numbered edition limited to just 500 units worldwide.
The Ducati XDiavel Nera features a ‘Black on Black’ livery that creates a sportier look enriched with Ducati Red aesthetics easily recognizable on the brake callipers and engine headcovers.
If that wasn’t enough, the XDiavel Nera comes with fully machined forged rims painted in glossy black.
However, the bike stands out thanks to the bespoke seat made of Pelle Frau (a soft natural leather saddled by hand developed by Poltrona Frau) available in five colours; Siam Red, Steel Blue Cemento, India and Selva.
The letter “X” is also visible on the seat, engraved through a sophisticated laser process to recall the name of the XDiavel.
Underneath the tubular steel frame sits the Testastretta DVT 1262 engine capable of pumping a maximum power output of 160hp @ 9,500rpm and 127Nm @ 5,000rpm.
The new Euro5 configuration also ensures the engine delivers a smoother response at low revs and a full curve up to the highest revs.
For 2022, Ducati also reduced the height from the ground of the saddle to 755mm to offer better riding ergonomics and comfort when travelling at low speed.
The XDiavel Nera also allow a maximum lean angle of 40-degree, thanks to a new 240mm wide tyre mounted on a rim with an 8″ channel.
Stopping power comes in the form of Brembo monobloc M50 callipers paired to a twin 320mm disc at the front and a single 265mm rear disc.
Other notable features include:
full-LED light with DRL
Bosch Inertial Measurement Unit (IMU)
ABS Cornering
Ducati Traction Control (DTC)
Riding Modes
Cruise Control
Ducati Power Launch (DPL)
Owners can access its full electronic package via its colour animation TFT screen.
According to Ducati, the XDiavel Nera will make its way to the dealership in March 2022 (presumably a later date for the Malaysian market) and fits into the XDiavel range alongside the XDiavel Dark and XDiavel S.
Ducati telah memperkembangkan portfolio XDiavel menerusi XDiavel Dark Dan Black Star.
*Ducati XDiavel Black Star dan XDiavel Dark 2021
Menariknya, enjin Euro 5 ini kini menghasilkan 8 hp lebih tinggi berbanding model sebelumnya.
Antara langkah yang dilaksanakan Ducati bagi mencapai standard Euro 5 adalah dengan menggantikan ‘silencer’ ekzos dengan rekaan baharu yang didatangkan dari Diavel 1260.
Enjin Testastretta DVT yang telah direka semula ini menghasilkan 160hp pada 9,500rpm dan 127Nm pada 5,000rpm berbanding 152hp dan 125Nm sebelum ini.
Ducati XDiavel Dark mengenakan penggunaan warna hitam matte dengan enjin dan kerangka serba hitam dan 1.8 kilogram lebih ringan berbanding model S.
Di samping itu, varian Dark ini juga dilengkapi dengan kaliper Brembo M4.32 berbanding M50 yang terdapat pada model S.
Sementara itu, XDiavel Black Star menawarkan pilihan warna yang lebih menonjol dengan gabungan warna kelabu, hitam matte dengan kemasan warna merah yang terpampang di tangki dan di pelindung cylinder head.
Black Star ini juga didatangkan dengan fabrik jenis suede, forged rim aloi dan Brembo M50.
Kedua-dua varian ini didatangkan dengan Bosch Inertial Measurement Unit (IMU), Boshc Brembo ABS 9.1 MP, traction control, launch control, cruise control, lampu LED dan skrin TFT 3.5 inci.
Bagaimanapun, hanya varian Black Star dilengkapi dengan sistem infotainmen Ducati Multimedia system yang boleh dihubungkan menerusi Bluetooth.
That’s right, almost the entire bike is new, only the headlight, tail light and the dash has been carried over, and that too from the X-Diavel. Everything from the mud guards to the swing arm and even the tyres are all new.
2. The bike is longer than before.
Just by a few mm, but the longer wheelbase makes a world of difference especially in long sweeping corners. The bike feels more stable and more like a cruiser, but with a mighty engine to match its power cruiser persona.
3. The standard is only available in one colour while the S is available in 2 colours.
Ducati found that the Diavel was hugely popular in black colour and then chose to offer it only on the high-spec S version. The standard version is available in the sandstone grey colour seen here, which is also available on the S version. Disappointed? Don’t be. The sandstone grey is a stunning colour, even when it is totally dirty.
4. The seat is 10mm higher than before.
That’s right, the seat of the new Diavel is slightly taller which is great news for tall riders. If you are vertically challenged, don’t worry, Ducati has you covered with a low seat option.
5. The electronics package has been substantially upgraded.
The riding modes are brilliant, especially Sport mode as it makes the bike feel like a full on sports bike. You get 3 riding modes – Sport, Touring and Urban – a vast array of parameters like ABS, Traction Control, Ducati Wheelie Control, Cornering ABS, Ducati Power Launch (for those MotoGP-ish traffic light drag wars), a hands-free system that operates the keyless start and connects your bike to a dedicated mobile app, and a whole bunch more. And best thing is, you can tune these electronic safety nets down to the tiniest detail. Don’t like ABS interference but you want full the wheelie control on full alert? The bike will do that for you. No issues there.
6. There is no Carbon edition, just a standard model and a S model.
Just two models for now, and a X-Diavel later on for those who prefer a more cruiser-ish feel to their Diavel. The standard 1260 with no Ohlins and limited electronics and a 1260S which gives you all the toys, and some.
7. The Daytime Running Light is only available on the S model.
Yes that’s right. If you want the ultra-cool DRL headlight, that will cost you more moolah.
8. Ducati Quick Shifter is available as standard on the S, and as an option on the standard 1260.
Even you are thinking of buying the standard Diavel, opt for the DQS. It is the most amazing feeling to be banging home the gears with no loss of power and speed, no down time as you engage the clutch to hit the gears. You will thanks us for it later.
9. The tyres on the new Diavel are super sticky and work brilliantly in both wet and dry conditions.
The Pirelli Diablo Rosso III features dual compound technology (soft on the outside and hard on the inside). The outer, softer area is wider than before which gives you more grip even from mid-lean. The tyre gives you so much confidence in both dry and wet situations that it makes you feel like a better rider than you actually are, as this writer found out.
10. It is going to be launched in Malaysia next month – price unknown! Yet.
We are not sure of the exact date, but the new Diavel will be here very soon. And if you are in the market for a power cruiser that has performance to hunt down a sports bike, then this will be worth the wait.
A new billboard near the Penchala toll plaza is advertising the latest models from Benelli including their 2018 Benelli 752S.
The ad also showed another new model that is the 2018 Benelli 402S which we think is going to be launched soon.
We expect the 2018 bikes to be launched in the first half of 2018 with the price tag of somewhere below RM40,000.
Most of us who frequent the many highways especially in the Klang Valley area can notice a number of motorcycle advertisements placed on billboards. Not a lot of motorcycle manufacturer tend to use this particular service to promote their products except for one who has been going all out for this particular market method. We are of course referring to Benelli. (more…)
Pengeluar motosikal Benelli bakal melancarkan motosikal cruiser terbaru mereka, Benelli 402S 2018 pada tahun hadapan.
Secara terang-terangan mengambil ilham dari motosikal power cruiser Ducati XDiavel, motosikal Benelli 402S mempunyai pelbagai persamaan dari segi rupa parasnya.
Dijana oleh enjin berkembar-selari 399cc, motosikal 402S ini dikatakan mampu menghasilkan 39hp dan 35Nm tork.
The folks over at Benelli will be launching the 2018 Benelli 402S cruiser sometime next year.
Obviously inspired by the Ducati XDiavel power cruiser, the Benelli 402S has so many similarities when it comes to the looks.
Powered by a 399cc parallel-twin engine, the 402S is said to produce 39hp and 35Nm of torque.
The world of motorcycling keeps giving us more and more interesting news as days go by. The latest information from the Chinese market shows that Benelli has been quite busy coming up with quite a beauty which looks very, VERY familiar. (more…)
Ducati telah mengumumkan yang motosikal Ducati XDiavel 2018 mereka akan mendapat beberapa penambaikan yang baru termasuklah satu warna yang serba baru; Iceberg White.
Ducati XDiavel S 2018 juga akan didatangkan dengan pakej suspensi serba baru yang memberikan lebih keselesaan bagi kedua-dua penunggang dan
pembonceng.
Dilengkapi dengan enjin V-berkembar Testastretta DVT 1,262cc, motosikal XDiavel ini menghasilkan 156hp dan 129Nm tork untuk tahap keriangan maksimum.
Ducati has announced that their 2018 Ducati XDiavel S will be getting a host of new upgrades including a brand new colour; Iceberg White.
The 2018 XDiavel S will also get a brand new suspension package to provide even more comfort for both rider and pillion.
Equipped with a 1,262cc V-Twin Testastretta DVT engine, the XDiavel produces 156hp and 129Nm of gut-churning torque for maximum dose of fun.
Hold on to your socks, folks. Ducati has just announced that their 2018 Ducati XDiavel S will be available soon with a bunch of new upgrades. The biggest update of all is that it’ll come with a brand new colour scheme called “Iceberg White”. (more…)
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Before building Ducati’s most successful cruiser ever, engineers and designers from the Italian bike builder spend many months living in the United States. They mingled with bikers, hung out with custom bike builders, lived the American motorcycle dream to understand what it is that gave cruisers their soul.
But when the Diavel was first introduced back in 2011, it was still very much a sports bike with a laid back riding position, rather than a cruiser. Ducati called it the ‘powercruiser’, they weren’t wrong but the Diavel could have been better. A better cruiser that it.
Fast forward five years, and Ducati tried again with the XDiavel by giving it a longer wheelbase, moving the foot pegs up front to give it the cruiser feel and some aesthetic touches. They also called it the ‘technocruiser’ in honor of the futuristic touches and the modern retro people who are likely to buy such a bike.
But though it has all the cruiserly touches like the wide rear tyre, belt drive, forward controls, low seat height, a long 30-degree rake, and the long wheelbase, the XDiavel still feels like a proper sports bike. You can ride this thing in complete anger and it will behave the way a proper super bike does with light predictable handling and loads of power on the upper end of the rev band, yes the engine is a complete screamer, just as you would expect from a Ducati.
The XDiavel may have the grand looks and a sophisticated design, but it is the engine that is the real jewel in Ducati’s crown. The 1262cc Testastretta DVT engine has the proper character of a sports bike, with 156hp and 129Nm of torque between 5,000 – 9,500rpm which means you really need to rev this engine to the heavens to truly enjoy all of its power.
The test bike we rode came with the optional Termignoni exhausts that protrude out from the bottom of the bike. This exhaust brings out the raw character of the bike – loud, powerful and brutal. In fact if you are going to buy the XDiavel, make sure to opt for the Termignoni’s. The only problem with them is that they can be a bit loud when riding on the highway.
However, I noticed something about the exhaust and the electronic riding modes. The XDiavel offers three different riding models – Sports, Urban and Touring – and each mode offers different throttle control, power delivery and such. But on our test ride to Mersing, we noticed that even the exhaust note changes with the mode. Riding it in Sports mode on the highway can be tiring as the exhaust is too loud and it tends to drone after a while even with a high-spec Shark Race-R Pro helmet. But in Touring and Urban mode, the sound mellows down dramatically and, dare I say it, is a lot more pleasant.
So though the XDiavel is more of a sports bike than a cruiser, taking it on a long distance ride to Johor and back was surprisingly fulfilling. The forward controls meant that my long legs could stretch for comfort, the big fuel tank gave over 300 kilometers on a full tank of petrol which is impressive, and the steel/aluminium fuel tank allowed me to clip on my magnetic tank bag which made the XDiavel perfect for distance touring.
However, the XDiavel is all about style, and on that note, this futuristic Ducati is the rockstar of the power cruiser segment. it is not always that you come across a bike with huge presence and gargantuan power and yet is still able to be gentle and docile when ridden. If you are not convinced about its sporting pedigree then know this, the XDiavel even has a feature called the Ducati Power Launch which gives it the most amount of grip and manages wheelie when you want to get off a line quickly – during traffic light drag battle perhaps?
There are two variants of the XDiavel available, one is the standard XDiavel and another is the XDiavel S, which we tested. The latter has even more exclusive touches like dedicated rims, polished black paint on the tank, Daytime Running Light, unique front forks, and Brembo M50 mono block calipers for the front brakes. Other features that are unique to the XDiavel S are billeted rear view mirrors, frame plates and forged, machine-finished foot pegs. The seats too are made of bi-material upholstery, and there is a Bluetooth module that lets you connect your phone to it and shows all your incoming text messages, and also shows you who’s calling.
The XDiavel is of course more suited to urban environments than long distance cruising or tackling corners. But fact of the matter is, the XDiavel can do almost anything you ask of it, and that is what we call talent. So has Ducati finally managed to make a proper power cruiser? Yes they have, and they have managed to add in a lot of style to it as well. But at little under RM150,000, the XDiavel is certainly not cheap, but who cares about that when you have this much style and power.
