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Bikes For Sale / FS: 2017 R6, $14500, in NC. Un...
Last post by OleMan - October 08, 2023, 03:15:40 PMMileage is not a misprint, and this is not a bogus ad. I purchased the bike new, as a leftover, in Sept. 2019. I was hopeful to start riding again, after multiple C-spine surgeries, but......
Clean/clear title in hand. I've done a total of 3 TD with it (I was loaded and gone by 3 each day) and a few street miles (mostly to/from inspection) The bike is 100% street legal, and is set up as such at the moment. I sorted it to be a track weapon, but never made it to the full transition. The motor is bone stock but Jim (Max Speed Cycles) did hook me up with the mapping on it....if I recall, it was dynoed ~114 HP.
The list of goodies are:
* Ohlins TTX GP shock (sprung for 220#)
* Ohlins FKR Cartridges (sprung for 220#)
* GPR 4 steering stabilizer
* M4 full exhaust (carbon can)
* Renthal clip-ons
* CRG shorty levers
* Galfer SS brake line (ABS version) (rear line not yet installed)
* Woodcraft rearsets
* Woodcraft frame sliders (not installed)
* PCV FI module (flashed)
* Translogic QS (STD/GP shift change by plug)
* Armourbodies set (new, not installed)
* Spare F/R wheels w/rotors & ABS rings (wheels/bearings are new)
* Michelin F/R slicks (new-mounted on spare wheels)
* Motion-Pro 2 throttle (includes spare ratio discs)
* Graves block-off plates
* BMC Race Filter
I have most removed stock parts. Contact me with contact info for more pics and/or video if interested.
Clean/clear title in hand. I've done a total of 3 TD with it (I was loaded and gone by 3 each day) and a few street miles (mostly to/from inspection) The bike is 100% street legal, and is set up as such at the moment. I sorted it to be a track weapon, but never made it to the full transition. The motor is bone stock but Jim (Max Speed Cycles) did hook me up with the mapping on it....if I recall, it was dynoed ~114 HP.
The list of goodies are:
* Ohlins TTX GP shock (sprung for 220#)
* Ohlins FKR Cartridges (sprung for 220#)
* GPR 4 steering stabilizer
* M4 full exhaust (carbon can)
* Renthal clip-ons
* CRG shorty levers
* Galfer SS brake line (ABS version) (rear line not yet installed)
* Woodcraft rearsets
* Woodcraft frame sliders (not installed)
* PCV FI module (flashed)
* Translogic QS (STD/GP shift change by plug)
* Armourbodies set (new, not installed)
* Spare F/R wheels w/rotors & ABS rings (wheels/bearings are new)
* Michelin F/R slicks (new-mounted on spare wheels)
* Motion-Pro 2 throttle (includes spare ratio discs)
* Graves block-off plates
* BMC Race Filter
I have most removed stock parts. Contact me with contact info for more pics and/or video if interested.
#72
Motorcycle Talk / 2023 United States National Sp...
Last post by Biketographer - September 29, 2023, 11:53:24 AMThe United States National Speedway Championships 9/23/23 by Howie Zechner
Certainly the most important race of the season did not disappoint. Of course, how could it. International Speedway has been the promoter of this U.S. National Speedway Championships since 1937 World Champion Jack Milne and Harry Oxley built a race track here in the Costa Mesa 'Bullring".
Steve Bast won the first one on October 3, 1969. Always attracting Americas best the following year it was Rick Woods (9/25/70), then Mike Bast (10/9/71). The list is impressive and includes Bruce Penhall, Shawn and Kelly Moran, Alan Christian, Bobby Schwartz, Brad Oxley, Steve Lucero, Mike Faria, Chris Manchester, Sam Ermolenko, Greg Hancock, Charlie Venegas, Billy Hamill, Scott Brant, Billy Janniro, Ricky Wells, Bryan Yarrow, Aaron Fox, Broc Nicol and last year's winner Max Ruml. The names speak for themselves. They were/are and always will be the best of the best.
This year's 16 rider field keeps that tradition alive. These warriors include seasoned veterans that include multi time U.S. National Speedway Champions Billy Janniro, Bobby Schwartz, Aaron Fox, Broc Nicol and Max Ruml. Others may not have captured the National yet but their titles are just as impressive like Max Ruml's little brother, former California State Champion Dillon Ruml.
Then there's the new kids on the block. For many it's their first U.S. National. But don't get the idea they are a pushover. Slater Lightcap and Alex Martin are both AMA Under 21 Champions. Probably getting pointers for his 4 time World Speedway Champion dad, Willbur Hancock is considered the most improved rider of the year. Then there's Charlie Trana. Last year as a Junior he won the 250cc Speedway National Championship and now that he's 16 years old a D1 racer on a 500cc machine. No disrespect to any I didn't mention cause the field is stellar and any one of these Speedway aces could take home the title.
The format for this Championship simple. Four rider line up in back of a gate made of ribbons that stretch across the race track. Made from a thin paper product they break if I bike goes thru them before the referee hits the button to make the gate go up. Easy stuff, well not really cause the riders at the line are amped. Keyed up they must muster every ounce of disciple they have not to move. Anticipating the start or breaking the tapes means you're out for that heat. Nothings impossible but winning after a heat exclusion seldom if ever happens.
What else makes this race so hard to win. Well first off it's a one night, winner take all format. No 2nd or 3rd chances to make up for a poor race meet. If you don't have yourself together here then you're done. Does that mean extra pressure. Dam strait it does.
Then there's the race track. It's dirt and that means its ever changing. The best line moves and riders only have seconds to figure it out. Any miscalculation and your championship dreams are over.
Have to mention the machines these dirt pilots fly. Custom made lightweight frames hold a 500cc motor that develops over 80 horsepower. Run on alcohol fuel the entire machine weighs about 170 pounds. And did I mention these bikes have no brakes. Really, I'm not kidding.
Racing Speedway is an art because it totally backwards of any other competition. Why??? Well to slow down you have to give it more throttle. No honest I'm not lying. Coming into a turn the rider slides way forward on the frame, gives it full throttle, the rear wheel slides and when the wheel is sliding its slowing the machine down. Coming out of the turn the rider eases off on the throttle and the rear tire hooks up and the bike goes faster. It's some kind of crazy but true.
Lastly it's the riders. They all like and respect each other but when on the track its every man for himself. Speedway is not a contact sport but Costa Mesa is a small arena. Contact, crashes they happen. Fact is they are daily accordance. Most aren't serious but they don't wear those helmets, race suits and protective gear for no reason. One of this events racers Russell Green crashed through the wall in a serious incident earlier this year. Riders are however a sturdy bunch and Russell was back spinning laps a couple of months after the doctors put him back together.
Do want to relay there is one more thing that makes these riders do the impossible. It's the fans. Speedway spectators are some of the most loyal, fun loving, supportive people in the world. Young, old, family friendly its another world where action and entertainment are one. Those that go know. Those that don't are missing the thrill of the spill where seeing sometimes makes you ask how is that possible.
So how was the racing? In one word spectacular. Max Ruml brilliantly defended his title and will wear the number one again for a 2nd year. The kid Slater Lightcap almost pulled off the upset of the century but had to settle for 2nd. A turn two get-together where Billy Janniro crashed meant Broc Nicol could only muster a 3rd place finish. Broc was none to happy that the race was not halted and clearly felt that prevented him from a better podium position.
Video of all the 2023 United States National Speedway Championships main event and all the races may be watched on Facebook on the RAZ Video page https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100066625146476
See all 325 pictures on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/speedwayzar/posts/pfbid0xEMt8S3jyqFTo3h2ntVwEgrLVLVybXkjaEB44x3FRCxFSUUWMD2Ao6vSEheNLLMMl
Thanks for listening, See you where the Wheels Go Round.
Howie Zechner
Below are the score Main Event and Consolation score results;
U.S. National Championship Final – #1 Max Ruml. #28 Slater Lightcap, #98 Broc Nicol, # 14n Billy Janniro
Consolation - #3 Dillon Ruml, #14 Eddie Castro, #30n Alex Martin, #7 Austin Novratil
Semi Final 1 - # 14n Billy Janniro, #98 Broc Nicol, #3 Dillon Ruml, #30n Alex Martin
Semi Final 2 - #1 Max Ruml. #28 Slater Lightcap, #14 Eddie Castro, #7 Austin Novratil (broke tapes)
Support Main Event - #123 Jordan Vanderham, #249 John Wilder, #178 Eloy Medellin, #168 Mark FillebrownSupport Consolation - #37 Joe Donaldson, #327 Tyler Moszer, #290 Harold Hartke
Certainly the most important race of the season did not disappoint. Of course, how could it. International Speedway has been the promoter of this U.S. National Speedway Championships since 1937 World Champion Jack Milne and Harry Oxley built a race track here in the Costa Mesa 'Bullring".
Steve Bast won the first one on October 3, 1969. Always attracting Americas best the following year it was Rick Woods (9/25/70), then Mike Bast (10/9/71). The list is impressive and includes Bruce Penhall, Shawn and Kelly Moran, Alan Christian, Bobby Schwartz, Brad Oxley, Steve Lucero, Mike Faria, Chris Manchester, Sam Ermolenko, Greg Hancock, Charlie Venegas, Billy Hamill, Scott Brant, Billy Janniro, Ricky Wells, Bryan Yarrow, Aaron Fox, Broc Nicol and last year's winner Max Ruml. The names speak for themselves. They were/are and always will be the best of the best.
This year's 16 rider field keeps that tradition alive. These warriors include seasoned veterans that include multi time U.S. National Speedway Champions Billy Janniro, Bobby Schwartz, Aaron Fox, Broc Nicol and Max Ruml. Others may not have captured the National yet but their titles are just as impressive like Max Ruml's little brother, former California State Champion Dillon Ruml.
Then there's the new kids on the block. For many it's their first U.S. National. But don't get the idea they are a pushover. Slater Lightcap and Alex Martin are both AMA Under 21 Champions. Probably getting pointers for his 4 time World Speedway Champion dad, Willbur Hancock is considered the most improved rider of the year. Then there's Charlie Trana. Last year as a Junior he won the 250cc Speedway National Championship and now that he's 16 years old a D1 racer on a 500cc machine. No disrespect to any I didn't mention cause the field is stellar and any one of these Speedway aces could take home the title.
The format for this Championship simple. Four rider line up in back of a gate made of ribbons that stretch across the race track. Made from a thin paper product they break if I bike goes thru them before the referee hits the button to make the gate go up. Easy stuff, well not really cause the riders at the line are amped. Keyed up they must muster every ounce of disciple they have not to move. Anticipating the start or breaking the tapes means you're out for that heat. Nothings impossible but winning after a heat exclusion seldom if ever happens.
What else makes this race so hard to win. Well first off it's a one night, winner take all format. No 2nd or 3rd chances to make up for a poor race meet. If you don't have yourself together here then you're done. Does that mean extra pressure. Dam strait it does.
Then there's the race track. It's dirt and that means its ever changing. The best line moves and riders only have seconds to figure it out. Any miscalculation and your championship dreams are over.
Have to mention the machines these dirt pilots fly. Custom made lightweight frames hold a 500cc motor that develops over 80 horsepower. Run on alcohol fuel the entire machine weighs about 170 pounds. And did I mention these bikes have no brakes. Really, I'm not kidding.
Racing Speedway is an art because it totally backwards of any other competition. Why??? Well to slow down you have to give it more throttle. No honest I'm not lying. Coming into a turn the rider slides way forward on the frame, gives it full throttle, the rear wheel slides and when the wheel is sliding its slowing the machine down. Coming out of the turn the rider eases off on the throttle and the rear tire hooks up and the bike goes faster. It's some kind of crazy but true.
Lastly it's the riders. They all like and respect each other but when on the track its every man for himself. Speedway is not a contact sport but Costa Mesa is a small arena. Contact, crashes they happen. Fact is they are daily accordance. Most aren't serious but they don't wear those helmets, race suits and protective gear for no reason. One of this events racers Russell Green crashed through the wall in a serious incident earlier this year. Riders are however a sturdy bunch and Russell was back spinning laps a couple of months after the doctors put him back together.
Do want to relay there is one more thing that makes these riders do the impossible. It's the fans. Speedway spectators are some of the most loyal, fun loving, supportive people in the world. Young, old, family friendly its another world where action and entertainment are one. Those that go know. Those that don't are missing the thrill of the spill where seeing sometimes makes you ask how is that possible.
So how was the racing? In one word spectacular. Max Ruml brilliantly defended his title and will wear the number one again for a 2nd year. The kid Slater Lightcap almost pulled off the upset of the century but had to settle for 2nd. A turn two get-together where Billy Janniro crashed meant Broc Nicol could only muster a 3rd place finish. Broc was none to happy that the race was not halted and clearly felt that prevented him from a better podium position.
Video of all the 2023 United States National Speedway Championships main event and all the races may be watched on Facebook on the RAZ Video page https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100066625146476
See all 325 pictures on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/speedwayzar/posts/pfbid0xEMt8S3jyqFTo3h2ntVwEgrLVLVybXkjaEB44x3FRCxFSUUWMD2Ao6vSEheNLLMMl
Thanks for listening, See you where the Wheels Go Round.
Howie Zechner
Below are the score Main Event and Consolation score results;
U.S. National Championship Final – #1 Max Ruml. #28 Slater Lightcap, #98 Broc Nicol, # 14n Billy Janniro
Consolation - #3 Dillon Ruml, #14 Eddie Castro, #30n Alex Martin, #7 Austin Novratil
Semi Final 1 - # 14n Billy Janniro, #98 Broc Nicol, #3 Dillon Ruml, #30n Alex Martin
Semi Final 2 - #1 Max Ruml. #28 Slater Lightcap, #14 Eddie Castro, #7 Austin Novratil (broke tapes)
Support Main Event - #123 Jordan Vanderham, #249 John Wilder, #178 Eloy Medellin, #168 Mark FillebrownSupport Consolation - #37 Joe Donaldson, #327 Tyler Moszer, #290 Harold Hartke
#73
Photos and Videos / Re: Picture of the Day
Last post by Biketographer - September 27, 2023, 01:24:39 PM #74
Photos and Videos / Re: Picture of the Day
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Bikes For Sale / Selling 2012 Tuono
Last post by last930 - September 22, 2023, 04:28:09 PMSelling very clean 2012 Aprilia Tuono. 12k miles. Recent service: new rear tire, fork seals, clutch, cam chain tensioner, battery -all within last 300 miles. Bike fell over when new and has rebuilt title, but is just about flawless. Good one to convert to track bike? $5,000 obo. Dave
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#76
Motorcycle Talk / New Racecourse Tampa, Florida
Last post by Biketographer - September 13, 2023, 05:42:40 PM #77
Motorcycle Talk / Indian Hooligan Championship
Last post by Biketographer - September 13, 2023, 07:54:50 AMMINNEAPOLIS, Sept. 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- It was a battle between brothers – each armed with their S&S-built Indian FTR Hooligan race bike. Entering the final round of MotoAmerica's Mission Super Hooligan National Championship (SHNC) at Circuit of the Americas (COTA), dead-locked at 106 total points, Indian Motorcycle Racing's Tyler O'Hara and Jeremy McWilliams endured bar-to-bar action, each pushing to the bitter end to earn the opportunity to hoist the No. 1 plate and win the 2023 SHNC title.
For the second consecutive season, it was O'Hara, as he outlasted McWilliams in dramatic fashion, taking both rounds at COTA, and winning five of the season's eight races aboard his Mission® Foods S&S® Indian FTR.
"Hats off to my entire S&S-Indian Motorcycle team, as the guys worked hard all season to keep this Indian FTR dialed in for me," said O'Hara. "This FTR is an incredible machine. Power, handling, maneuverability – it's been the highest-performing bike in the class all season, and we're extremely proud to walk away with another title this season."
The SHNC final round at COTA was nothing short of exhilarating, as both O'Hara and McWilliams pushed their Indian FTRs in and out of corners, each making incredible passes on the other. Knowing their teammate's moves and tendencies created an epic battle between two of the sport's most capable riders. Race 1 at COTA ended with McWilliams high-siding in the final turn of the final lap. McWilliams was unharmed and was able to compete in Race 2 on Sunday. But again, it was O'Hara who captured the final win of the season.
"The relationship between Tyler and Jeremy is truly special – they both thrive off each other's expertise and experience, and both have an 'anything it takes' drive to win once aboard their FTR," said Gary Gray, Vice President Racing, Service and Technology for Indian Motorcycle. "When you have a team as committed as our S&S crew, paired with the riders we have, you push every second of every day to win a championship. We're excited to have reached our goal and look forward to running the No. 1 plate again on Tyler's FTR next season."
Indian Motorcycle Racing is presented by Progressive Insurance®, Mission® Foods and Medallia®, with additional support from Indian Motorcycle Motor Oil, S&S®, Parts Unlimited, Drag Specialties®, Performance Finance, and J&P Cycles®.
For information about Indian Motorcycle, visit IndianMotorcycle.com, or follow along on Facebook, X and Instagram.
For the second consecutive season, it was O'Hara, as he outlasted McWilliams in dramatic fashion, taking both rounds at COTA, and winning five of the season's eight races aboard his Mission® Foods S&S® Indian FTR.
"Hats off to my entire S&S-Indian Motorcycle team, as the guys worked hard all season to keep this Indian FTR dialed in for me," said O'Hara. "This FTR is an incredible machine. Power, handling, maneuverability – it's been the highest-performing bike in the class all season, and we're extremely proud to walk away with another title this season."
The SHNC final round at COTA was nothing short of exhilarating, as both O'Hara and McWilliams pushed their Indian FTRs in and out of corners, each making incredible passes on the other. Knowing their teammate's moves and tendencies created an epic battle between two of the sport's most capable riders. Race 1 at COTA ended with McWilliams high-siding in the final turn of the final lap. McWilliams was unharmed and was able to compete in Race 2 on Sunday. But again, it was O'Hara who captured the final win of the season.
"The relationship between Tyler and Jeremy is truly special – they both thrive off each other's expertise and experience, and both have an 'anything it takes' drive to win once aboard their FTR," said Gary Gray, Vice President Racing, Service and Technology for Indian Motorcycle. "When you have a team as committed as our S&S crew, paired with the riders we have, you push every second of every day to win a championship. We're excited to have reached our goal and look forward to running the No. 1 plate again on Tyler's FTR next season."
Indian Motorcycle Racing is presented by Progressive Insurance®, Mission® Foods and Medallia®, with additional support from Indian Motorcycle Motor Oil, S&S®, Parts Unlimited, Drag Specialties®, Performance Finance, and J&P Cycles®.
For information about Indian Motorcycle, visit IndianMotorcycle.com, or follow along on Facebook, X and Instagram.
#78
Motorcycle Talk / Ducati Unveil 'Ducati Legacy'...
Last post by Biketographer - September 07, 2023, 07:57:51 AMPALO ALTO, Calif., Sept. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Web3 Pro & Ducati are proud to announce the next digital collectible release in the motorcycle brand's debut blockchain program– 'Ducati Legacy.' This limited-edition art series pays homage to the rich history of performance and design excellence that defines the Ducati brand.
'Ducati Legacy' stands as a testament to their enduring commitment to craftsmanship, innovation, and the global community of motorcycle enthusiasts. It encapsulates the spirit of Ducati, celebrating the past while accelerating into the future. This collection is comprised of 11 unique digital collectible motorcycles on the XRP Ledger, each meticulously crafted to showcase the evolution of Ducati's iconic designs and innovation.
The 'Ducati Legacy' collection is set to be one of the most coveted digital collectible releases, with only 5,000 units available worldwide. Each digital collectible will be offered at a price of $100, providing enthusiasts with a unique opportunity to own a piece of Ducati's illustrious heritage.
Holders of 'Ducati Legacy' digital collectibles will gain access to a set of exclusive benefits, to be unveiled in the weeks to come alongside the bike models included in the collection. These privileges will enhance the ownership experience, bringing collectors even closer to the heart of the Ducati community.
For a select few collectors who desire the complete 'Ducati Legacy' experience, a limited number of Titanium Collector Sets will be made available for pre-purchase ahead of the public release. This exclusive set ensures delivery of all 11 bike variations within the collection, in addition to an exclusive commemorative piece. Additional details about this special opportunity will be hosted at the Ducati Web3 website as they are made available.
The Ducati Web3 program is produced in partnership with Web3 Pro, the leading white-label Community Marketing SaaS solution for enterprises. Ducati has built the 'Ducati Legacy' collection on the XRP Ledger, an open source, public and decentralized Layer 1 blockchain led by a global developer community. This decentralized, energy-efficient blockchain platform ensures the security and authenticity of each digital collectible, aligning seamlessly with Ducati's vision of innovation and excellence.
The 'Ducati Legacy' collection will be available for purchase in September, exclusively at web3.ducati.com. Early access allowlist for this limited collection will be allocated to Discord community members as well as select partners.
For more information and to stay updated on this exciting release, follow our dedicated Web3 account on X (f.k.a Twitter) and website updates.
About Web3 Pro™
Founded in 2018 in Palo Alto, California, Web3 Pro Inc. is the leading white-label Community Marketing SaaS solution for enterprises. The company's proprietary methodology and software removes the guesswork from setting up and executing a Web3 strategy and ensures consistent results and brand alignment for every initiative. Web3 Pro's new solution, the Hub, provides a central, secure platform for building brand communities that supercharge customer journeys by converging dispersed social communities, creating loyalty and rewards programs and other initiatives that enable two-way engagement between brand and consumer.
About the XRP Ledger
The XRP Ledger (XRPL) is an open source, public and decentralized Layer 1 blockchain led by a global developer community. It is fast, energy-efficient, and reliable. For more than ten years, it has been the blockchain best suited to enable settlement and liquidity of tokenized assets at scale. With ease of development, low transaction costs, and a knowledgeable community, it provides developers with a strong open-source foundation for executing on the most demanding projects – without impacting the XRPL's lean and efficient feature set. XRPL enables a wide variety of services and use cases including payments, on-chain finance, and tokenization. Learn more at XRPL.org.
About Ducati Motor Holding S.p.A. - A Sole Shareholder Company - A Company subject to the Management and Coordination activities of AUDI AG
Founded in 1926, since 1946 Ducati has been manufacturing sport-inspired motorcycles characterised by high-performance engines, innovative design and cutting-edge technology. The Ducati factory is located in Bologna's Borgo Panigale district. The model range covers several market segments with the following families: DesertX, Diavel, XDiavel, Hypermotard, Monster, Multistrada, Panigale, Streetfighter and SuperSport. In 2015, Ducati presented the Ducati Scrambler: a new brand made of bikes, accessories and apparel that stands out for its creativity and self-expression. In 2020, Ducati unveiled the Multistrada V4, the world's first motorcycle equipped with front and rear radar, which with its technology marks a new milestone for the world of two wheels. Ducati's iconic motorcycles, together with an extensive range of bike accessories and technical and lifestyle apparel, are distributed in 90 countries worldwide. In 2021, Ducati delivered 61,562 bikes to passionate clients. Ducati competes with official teams in the MotoGP World Championship and Superbike World Championship. In MotoGP, where the Company has been racing since 2003, Ducati won the Constructors' title in 2007, 2020, 2021 and 2022, the Teams' title in 2007, 2021 and 2022 and the Rider's title in 2007 and 2022, becoming two times World Champion. In Superbike, Ducati has won 18 Constructors' titles and 15 Riders' titles, confirming its position as the most successful manufacturer in the category. 2022 marked an unprecedented year for Ducati: for the first time in its history, the Company won the Triple Crown in both the MotoGP and Superbike World Championships. From 2023 until 2026, the motorcycle manufacturer will be the sole official supplier of motorbikes for the FIM Enel MotoE™ World Cup, the electric class of the MotoGP World Championship.)
'Ducati Legacy' stands as a testament to their enduring commitment to craftsmanship, innovation, and the global community of motorcycle enthusiasts. It encapsulates the spirit of Ducati, celebrating the past while accelerating into the future. This collection is comprised of 11 unique digital collectible motorcycles on the XRP Ledger, each meticulously crafted to showcase the evolution of Ducati's iconic designs and innovation.
The 'Ducati Legacy' collection is set to be one of the most coveted digital collectible releases, with only 5,000 units available worldwide. Each digital collectible will be offered at a price of $100, providing enthusiasts with a unique opportunity to own a piece of Ducati's illustrious heritage.
Holders of 'Ducati Legacy' digital collectibles will gain access to a set of exclusive benefits, to be unveiled in the weeks to come alongside the bike models included in the collection. These privileges will enhance the ownership experience, bringing collectors even closer to the heart of the Ducati community.
For a select few collectors who desire the complete 'Ducati Legacy' experience, a limited number of Titanium Collector Sets will be made available for pre-purchase ahead of the public release. This exclusive set ensures delivery of all 11 bike variations within the collection, in addition to an exclusive commemorative piece. Additional details about this special opportunity will be hosted at the Ducati Web3 website as they are made available.
The Ducati Web3 program is produced in partnership with Web3 Pro, the leading white-label Community Marketing SaaS solution for enterprises. Ducati has built the 'Ducati Legacy' collection on the XRP Ledger, an open source, public and decentralized Layer 1 blockchain led by a global developer community. This decentralized, energy-efficient blockchain platform ensures the security and authenticity of each digital collectible, aligning seamlessly with Ducati's vision of innovation and excellence.
The 'Ducati Legacy' collection will be available for purchase in September, exclusively at web3.ducati.com. Early access allowlist for this limited collection will be allocated to Discord community members as well as select partners.
For more information and to stay updated on this exciting release, follow our dedicated Web3 account on X (f.k.a Twitter) and website updates.
About Web3 Pro™
Founded in 2018 in Palo Alto, California, Web3 Pro Inc. is the leading white-label Community Marketing SaaS solution for enterprises. The company's proprietary methodology and software removes the guesswork from setting up and executing a Web3 strategy and ensures consistent results and brand alignment for every initiative. Web3 Pro's new solution, the Hub, provides a central, secure platform for building brand communities that supercharge customer journeys by converging dispersed social communities, creating loyalty and rewards programs and other initiatives that enable two-way engagement between brand and consumer.
About the XRP Ledger
The XRP Ledger (XRPL) is an open source, public and decentralized Layer 1 blockchain led by a global developer community. It is fast, energy-efficient, and reliable. For more than ten years, it has been the blockchain best suited to enable settlement and liquidity of tokenized assets at scale. With ease of development, low transaction costs, and a knowledgeable community, it provides developers with a strong open-source foundation for executing on the most demanding projects – without impacting the XRPL's lean and efficient feature set. XRPL enables a wide variety of services and use cases including payments, on-chain finance, and tokenization. Learn more at XRPL.org.
About Ducati Motor Holding S.p.A. - A Sole Shareholder Company - A Company subject to the Management and Coordination activities of AUDI AG
Founded in 1926, since 1946 Ducati has been manufacturing sport-inspired motorcycles characterised by high-performance engines, innovative design and cutting-edge technology. The Ducati factory is located in Bologna's Borgo Panigale district. The model range covers several market segments with the following families: DesertX, Diavel, XDiavel, Hypermotard, Monster, Multistrada, Panigale, Streetfighter and SuperSport. In 2015, Ducati presented the Ducati Scrambler: a new brand made of bikes, accessories and apparel that stands out for its creativity and self-expression. In 2020, Ducati unveiled the Multistrada V4, the world's first motorcycle equipped with front and rear radar, which with its technology marks a new milestone for the world of two wheels. Ducati's iconic motorcycles, together with an extensive range of bike accessories and technical and lifestyle apparel, are distributed in 90 countries worldwide. In 2021, Ducati delivered 61,562 bikes to passionate clients. Ducati competes with official teams in the MotoGP World Championship and Superbike World Championship. In MotoGP, where the Company has been racing since 2003, Ducati won the Constructors' title in 2007, 2020, 2021 and 2022, the Teams' title in 2007, 2021 and 2022 and the Rider's title in 2007 and 2022, becoming two times World Champion. In Superbike, Ducati has won 18 Constructors' titles and 15 Riders' titles, confirming its position as the most successful manufacturer in the category. 2022 marked an unprecedented year for Ducati: for the first time in its history, the Company won the Triple Crown in both the MotoGP and Superbike World Championships. From 2023 until 2026, the motorcycle manufacturer will be the sole official supplier of motorbikes for the FIM Enel MotoE™ World Cup, the electric class of the MotoGP World Championship.)
#79
Racing Discussion / Race of Champions October 2023
Last post by old.racer - September 03, 2023, 09:05:57 AMOctober 20-23 attached.
#80
Motorcycle Talk / 1954 MV Agusta Automatic Trans...
Last post by Biketographer - August 19, 2023, 09:37:40 AMCheck out this very interesting articl on MotorcycleClassics website: https://www.motorcycleclassics.com/classic-italian-motorcycles/mystery-mv-agusta-175-zm0z14ndzkel/?r=1349D5825612I8V
It is about a MV Augusta with a hydraulic continuously variable "gearbox." (There are no gears in it.)
The article states that probably only 2 of these bikes were ever made.
In the 80's Husqvarna made an automatic transmission enduro. I wanted one really bad, kept waiting for one to be available. My 'friends' talked me out of it. I think the were afraid they would have been too jealous.
US Patent image of the Giovanni Badalini device.
It is about a MV Augusta with a hydraulic continuously variable "gearbox." (There are no gears in it.)
The article states that probably only 2 of these bikes were ever made.
In the 80's Husqvarna made an automatic transmission enduro. I wanted one really bad, kept waiting for one to be available. My 'friends' talked me out of it. I think the were afraid they would have been too jealous.
US Patent image of the Giovanni Badalini device.