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Over 1,000 Ducati Scrambler 1100 recalled in the US

The National Highway and Safety Administration (NHTSA) has posted a recall involving over 1,000 units of Ducati Scrambler 1100 which are at risk of a possible short circuit. It seems that they’ve found out that the exhaust valve cable might come into contact with the battery wiring, which may cause an electrical short-circuit, which may lead to a possible fire. (more…)

2018 Ducati Panigale V4 gets TWO recalls

Ducati North America has issued two recalls for the latest 2018 Ducati Panigale V4.

All 692 units of the V4, V4 S, and V4 Speciale are affected by two issues related to its fuel breathing system and fuel tank cap.

Both recalls have been issued urgently as they may increase the risk of fire in the presence of an ignition source.

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) from the United States of America has issued not one but two different recalls for the latest and one of the most highly-anticipated motorcycles to date, the 2018 Ducati Panigale V4. (more…)

2018 Ducati Panigale V4 catches fire in Canada

One particular 2018 Ducati Panigale V4 caught on fire last week in Vancouver, Canada.

The cause is unknown but the rider was riding normally on city streets when the bike was engulfed in flames.

Ducati North America has responded quickly and inspections are currently underway to ensure that this was only one isolated case.

Some worrying news has surfaced itself just recently about one of the most highly-regarded superbikes in the modern era. The technologically-marvelled 2018 Ducati Panigale V4 is all about being the best of the best but one particular machine in Canada was a bit too ‘hot’ to handle. (more…)