Harley-Davidson Reshaping Museum Campus

David Swarts

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February 27, 2022

The Harley-Davidson Museum announces plans to reshape its campus

With two all-new retail stores, a greatly enhanced Experience Gallery and a soon-to-be-completed year-round event building, the H-D Museum aims to solidify Milwaukee’s rep as the motorcycle mecca.

MILWAUKEE, USA – We told you we were going to rev it up in 2022. With travel and tourism set to come roaring back, the Harley-Davidson Museum is announcing plans to enrich the campus-wide experiences that can only be found at the crossroads of 6th & Canal – both for riders and non-riders alike.

Since 2008, the H-D Museum’s 20-acre campus has been a must-do destination for guests from around the globe who have soaked up memories that will last a lifetime. Anniversary celebrations, rallies, Bike Nights and special events have made the H-D Museum™ campus one of Milwaukee’s top attractions for millions of people. And beginning later this year, the H-D Museum aims to give guests even more reasons to put Milwaukee on their “must visit” list.

The campus makeover began last summer with the groundbreaking of a new, year-round event space. Slated to welcome its first guests in spring of 2022, the all-new Garage will boast more than 8,000-square-feet of event space, 14’ floor-to-ceiling glass doors that open up to the H-D Museum’s park-like campus, amazing views of Downtown Milwaukee, waterfront views of the Menomonee River and is booking now for your private special event.

The H-D Museum has also begun work on the transformation of its retail footprint. In the coming months, the current Shop will pack up its Harley-Davidson Museum-branded merchandise, authentic reproductions, accessories, and gifts and move across the street to the former Garage. The move will allow The Shop to expand to more than triple its current size and give tourists and H-D enthusiasts even more options when it comes to bringing home a piece of Harley-Davidson history.

The new Harley-Davidson Shop will offer more than 150 new products and many new unique experiences – including demos on Serial 1 e-bikes for grown-ups and complimentary spins on IRONe™ electric balance bikes for the kiddos. After that ride of a lifetime, you’ll be able to purchase a Serial 1 or IRONe on the spot. And since customization has been a hallmark of Harley-Davidson for decades, you will also have the opportunity to create your own one-of-a-kind items that stand out from the crowd.

Once the new Harley-Davidson Shop is in place, the former Shop space will become Harley-Davidson’s first-and-only Factory Shop to offer discontinued Motorclothes products – including helmets, gloves, jackets and more – in limited quantities and sizes. The two locations will encompass more than 13,000 square feet of Harley-Davidson premium retail experience.

Finally, work has already begun to bring a revitalized Experience Gallery to the impressive collection on exhibit at the H-D Museum. With inspiring stories from riders who have turned their dream of learning to ride into reality, a look at the epic journeys you can only experience behind the bars of a Harley-Davidson® motorcycle, plus the chance to throw a leg over a new Harley-Davidson #FreedomMachine, the reinstalled Experience Gallery will show the world how United We Ride!

“For nearly 15 years, we have been thrilled to welcome guests from around the globe,” said Bill Davidson, great-grandson of one of Harley-Davidson’s four founders and Vice President of the H-D Museum. “This investment signifies our commitment to Milwaukee and the Menomonee Valley. With Milwaukee making its mark on the global stage, we’re excited to unveil these new additions to campus later this spring and welcome everyone to check them out in person.”

For more information or to nab tickets, visit H-DMuseum.com. To view a collection of renderings, please click this link. And stay tuned to the H-D Museum social channels and website for word on events, promotions and celebrations later this year.

About the Harley-Davidson Museum

Discover culture and history through stories and interactive exhibits that celebrate expression, camaraderie, and love for the sport at the Harley-Davidson Museum. A visit to the H-D Museum is an experience that will stay with you for a lifetime. With an unrivaled collection of Harley-Davidson® motorcycles and memorabilia, a 20-acre, park-like campus, and a calendar full of activities, the H-D Museum is one of Milwaukee’s top tourist destinations for visitors from around the globe. Make your plans to visit the Harley-Davidson Museum at H-DMuseum.com.

LiveWire Opens Experience Center In Malibu, California

David Swarts

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February 26, 2022

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LiveWire Opens Experience Center In Malibu, California

FIRST IMMERSIVE LIVEWIRE EXPERIENCE CENTER OPENS IN MALIBU, CALIFORNIA

LiveWire Announces Future-Forward Financing Purchase Option for LiveWire ONE Motorcycles

MILWAUKEE, WI – The first LiveWire™ Experience Center, designed to offer a fully immersive experience centered on the all-electric LiveWire ONE™ motorcycle, has opened in Malibu, California. Inspired by the soulful connection of riding LiveWire ONE, the Experience Center looks to introduce the electric riding experience to visitors while also creating a community space for LiveWire riders.

“California is one of the most established electric vehicle markets in the world and is an ideal location for the first LiveWire Experience Center,” said Jochen Zeitz, Chairman, President and CEO of Harley-Davidson. “The LiveWire ONE motorcycle is designed for the pursuit of urban adventure and the Malibu area offers superb riding in a variety of environments, both urban and beyond. The Experience Center will give both riders and non- riders a chance to engage with the LiveWire brand and ultimately experience the thrill of riding the most desirable electric motorcycle available today.”

The LiveWire Experience Center was created by LiveWire in collaboration with London-based designer Steve Lidbury. The interior expresses cool urban adventure, with polished concrete, engineered wood, perforated steel and detailed textures. The 1,766-square-foot space incorporates a virtual showroom to support live video chats with LiveWire representatives, displays of LiveWire technology and design, a collaborative showcase featuring displays by LiveWire partners, socializing and event space and LiveWire One motorcycles available for demo rides. Customers can place an order for a new LiveWire ONE motorcycle online and take delivery at home or locally, courtesy of an authorized LiveWire dealer*.

Visit the LiveWire Experience Center at 3848 Cross Creek Road, Malibu, Calif, 90265.

Announcing LiveWire Future-Forward Financing

The LiveWire Future-Forward Financing Program provides a 48-month LiveWire ONE ownership experience, with a shorter, simplified, lease-like term with multiple ways to end the program

based on customer needs. Unlike a traditional loan where the buyer may be responsible for higher monthly payments and longer terms, the LiveWire Future-Forward Financing Program is available at a payment as low as $286 a month for 47 months with only 10% down, plus a final 48th payment of $9,948.97. At the end of the 48-month term, you have the option to:

Return (2) the LiveWire ONE motorcycle to the dealership, simply ending the program.
Trade in the LiveWire ONE for any new LiveWire model, beginning a new 48-month program.

Refinance (1) or pay off the remaining balance, owning the LiveWire outright.

With the LiveWire Future-Forward Financing Program it’s easier than ever to start riding down the road on an exciting new LiveWire ONE all-electric motorcycle.

Redefining Electric

LiveWire ONE was created to redefine electric, delivering the best experience for the urban rider, with personality and soul:

BIKE WITH A PULSE: Haptic heartbeat adds a touch of humanity to electricity

DIGITALLY CONNECTED: Stream directions, monitor alerts, and track recharge status

INSTANT ACCELERATION: Smooth power from the electric motor that can produce 100% of its rated torque instantly

FAST CHARGING: Recharge DC Fast Charge 0 to 100% in 60 minutes/0 to 80% in 45 minutes**

FAR RANGING: 146 miles of city range, capable of traveling beyond the urban grid***

CUSTOM MODES: Define how LiveWire ONE performs and personalize your experience

CONTROL: Advanced rider systems and a 6-axis IMU tracks and anticipates change

1 Subject to credit approval.

2 Excess wear, mileage and other contractual charges may apply. Please visit a LiveWire store or visit LiveWire for complete details.

*For the current list of LiveWire dealers, please visit LiveWire.

**Charging rate varies based on output of the charge unit and ambient/vehicle temperature.

***Range estimates are based on expected performance on a fully-charged battery and are derived from SAE J2982 Riding Range Test Procedure data on a sample motorcycle under ideal laboratory conditions. Your actual range will vary depending on your personal riding habits, road and driving conditions, ambient weather, vehicle condition and maintenance, tire pressure, vehicle configuration (parts and accessories), and vehicle loading (cargo, rider and passenger weight).

Daytona 200: Final Entry List With 50 Riders Released (Updated)

David Swarts

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February 25, 2022

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Daytona 200: Final Entry List With 50 Riders Released (Updated)

The entry list for the 2022 Daytona 200, featuring the MotoAmerica Supersport class, has been released by MotoAmerica and includes 50 riders. The 80th running of the classic race is scheduled March 12 at Daytona International Speedway, in Daytona Beach, Florida.

Entry lists for recent Daytona 200 races have been larger: 68 in 2021, 78 in 2020, 68 in 2019, 65 in 2018, and 69 in 2017 for an average of 69.6 riders per event.

Entry lists for the MotoAmerica Mission King Of The Baggers, MotoAmerica Twins Cup, and RSD Super Hooligan classes have also been released.

Entries are closed for the event.

While the new Daytona 200 entry list is smaller than it has been in the recent past, there are once again some talented riders in the field.

Starting at the top of MotoAmerica’s entry list, which is in order by competition numbers, there’s #2 Josh Herrin. Herrin, the 2010 Daytona 200 race winner, is riding a Warhorse HSBK Racing Ducati NYC Panigale V2, which he tested at Daytona in January.

Herrin’s bike is one of four 955cc V-Twin Ducati Panigale V2s in the field. The big Ducatis, Triumph’s Street Triple RS 765cc triple, MV Agusta’s F3 800 798cc triple, and Suzuki’s GSX-R750 inline four-cylinder are eligible to race against the traditional 599cc inline four-cylinder sportbikes this year as part of new FIM/MotoAmerica Supersport Next Generation rules.

Then there’s Josh Hayes, who is listed as riding a Squid Hunter Yamaha. Squid Hunter Racing has significant experience racing at Daytona, and four-time AMA Superbike Champion Hayes has been training almost as hard as ever, he says, and feels that he has unfinished business after being stripped of his Daytona 200 victory in 2008 due to a technical violation.

Rising star Kevin Olmedo, of El Salvador, returns on the updated BobbleHeadMoto/N2 Racing Yamaha he raced in the 2021 Daytona 200. Olmedo’s teammate for the event will be Chris Peris, a former AMA Pro and World Supersport racer who currently races and wins in the N2/WERA National Endurance Championship with Army of Darkness.

Some of the biggest names on the entry list are Jake Gagne and Cameron Petersen. Gagne won 17 of 20 races and the 2021 MotoAmerica Superbike Championship and finished second in the 2014 Daytona 200. South African Petersen also won a MotoAmerica Superbike race in 2021, but he has never raced at Daytona before, let alone in the Daytona 200. Gagne and Petersen will be riding Attack Performance Yamaha YZF-R6s, as the Daytona 200 Supersport race is outside of the team’s MotoAmerica Superbike deal Fresh N Lean, Progressive, and Yamaha.

Mexican rider Richie Escalante joins South African Sam Lochoff, and veteran Geoff May in a three-rider effort for Vision Wheel M4 ECSTAR Suzuki. All three riders are entered to ride GSX-R600s. May has extensive experience racing at Daytona, and Lochoff won the ASRA Team Challenge endurance race at Daytona in October 2021. Escalante has never raced in the Daytona 200, but he did do the AMA Supersport race at Daytona in 2014.

Four-time Daytona 200 race winner Danny Eslick returns to the high banks in search of win number five, which would tie him with Miguel Duhamel and Scott Russell for the most Daytona 200 victories. Eslick will be riding for TOBC Racing on a Triumph Street Triple RS 765. Eslick will be teamed with 2021 Daytona 200 winner Brandon Paasch, who won the race on a Yamaha before spending the bulk of 2021 racing a Triumph Street Triple RS 765. Paasch will run his normal #96 and not a #1, he told Roadracingworld.com.

Sheridan Morais, a South African now living in Portugal, returns to the Daytona 200 with SYNTAINICS Racing Team and a Yamaha. Morais is a MotoAmerica Stock 1000 race winner and a former Supersport World Championship race winner who currently rides in the FIM Endurance World Championship.

After winning the Daytona 200 with Paasch in 2021, TSE Racing returns to Daytona with Harry Truelove, a British racer who won a British Supersport race in 2021.

Of the 50 riders entered for the race, 14 different nationalities are represented.

Editorial Note: Use the scroll and zoom tools in the bottom left corner of the PDF viewer to see entry lists for all four classes racing at Daytona.

Daytona Entry List

American Flat Track: Carlile Racing Harley-Davidson In Production Twins

David Swarts

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February 25, 2022

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American Flat Track: Carlile Racing Harley-Davidson In Production Twins

Carlile Unveils Mission Production Twins Effort

CANANDAIGUA, N.Y. (February 25, 2022) – 2017 Parts Unlimited AFT Singles presented by KICKER Champion Kolby Carlile announced today that he will compete for the 2022 Mission Production Twins presented by Vance & Hines Championship under the KC36 banner with title sponsorship from Las Vegas Harley-Davidson.

The 24-year-old Carlile will be armed with a Harley-Davidson XG750R and will have Chase Wright in his corner as chief mechanic. K.C. CYCLE will provide additional support.

Despite his relative youth, Carlile has been a podium contender on the big stage of Progressive American Flat Track for nearly a decade. After claiming five career victories and a national title aboard 450cc single-cylinder machinery, the New York native stepped up to twin-cylinder competition full time in 2019.

Even while battling through injury, Carlile ended ‘19 ranked third in the Mission Production Twins title chase with six podiums and a pair of victories.

In ‘20, he graduated to the premier Mission SuperTwins class where he continued to make big strides forward in his development. Last season, Carlile ranked eighth in the Championship on the strength of three top-five finishes.

Unfortunately, he broke his leg in a crash at the season finale and has only recently been cleared to ride again. Despite his ongoing recovery, Carlile will compete at the season-opening Volusia Half-Mile doubleheader on March 10-11.

“I am really excited for this season to begin as I have so many new things going into this year,” Carlile said. “After breaking my leg, I was almost ready to quit and focus on college. My best friend pretty much talked me into this whole program, and I know that we are going to have a lot of fun, and that brings success.

“I went out and bought my own Harley Davidson XG750R, and we also got support from Las Vegas Harley Davidson as our title sponsor for the year. Las Vegas Harley-Davidson is a huge name in the motorcycle industry and getting to represent them is quite an honor.

“My leg – and my fitness more generally – are coming along, but four months off the bike and out of the gym have been tough. Good and bad, I have been through the process of rebuilding my left leg before so I know what it takes to get back to strong. Between building fitness and getting comfortable on the Harley, it should prove to be both a fun and interesting year of development.”

Buell To Unveil New “SuperTouring” And Off-Road Bikes At Daytona

David Swarts

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February 25, 2022

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Buell To Unveil New “SuperTouring” And Off-Road Bikes At Daytona

Buell® Unveiling World’s Fastest Touring Bike in Daytona

Grand Rapids, MI – Buell Motorcycle is back and unveiling a future touring model at Daytona Bike Week 2022. On Saturday, March 5th at 12:30pm, Buell will pull the cover off their new SuperTouring 1190 prototype at their Destination Daytona booth. Built in America, the Buell SuperTouring 1190 will be the world’s fastest production touring bike.

“We’ve taken the Buell DNA customers know and love, and applied to the performance touring segment, developing a topline touring bike that will lead the American market in speed, handling and performance,” said Bill Melvin, CEO of Buell Motorcycle Co. adding, “the Buell SuperTouring 1190 is a next level touring bike with designs that will bring excitement back to American touring motorcycles! Plus, in spite of supply chain headwinds, it’s on target for production to start this fall!”

Buell’s entry into the Super Touring segment won’t go unnoticed by the competition. The model will harness the Buell 1190cc V-twin engine producing an industry-leading 185hp with 101 ft. lbs. of torque. The SuperTouring 1190 will retain Buell’s famous Fuel in Frame handling, but will exhibit a more upright riding position, variable mounting points for hard or soft bags, and room for rider customization with aftermarket touring accessories. Reservations for production slots for the SuperTouring 1190 model go live on March 5th. Suggested retail starts at $21,995 with production planned for Fall 2022.

Opportunities to reserve a production slot for the SuperTouring 1190 model will be available by placing a $25 reservation at www.BuellMotorcycle.com or by visiting the Daytona Bike Week Buell display at Destination Daytona from March 5 – 13th. You’ll receive a limited-edition Buell hat too!

Learn more about what the future has to offer from Buell at Daytona Bike Week 2022 with the unveiling of the new SuperTouring and Baja DR model prototypes on Saturday March 5th. Both motorcycles will be available for customers to view March 5th to 13that Destination Daytona in the booths 100 yards north of JP Cycles Superstore.

Buell is back and delivering excitement at every turn.

For future Buell updates, follow our news page on our website and our social media pages.

Website: www.BuellMotorcycle.com

Email for Information: [email protected]

More, from another press release issued by Buell Motorcycle:

Buell® Unveiling World’s Fastest Production Dirt Bike in Daytona

Grand Rapids, MI – Buell Motorcycle is back and unveiling yet another future model at Daytona Bike Week 2022. On Saturday March 5th at high noon, Buell will unveil the new Baja DR (Dune Racer) test prototype in their booth at Destination Daytona. The Buell Baja DR will be the world’s fastest production dirt bike, built right here in America.

“This is a pivotal moment for American motorcycles and really puts Buell on the map. We are on track to build the world’s fastest and solely American-built production off road bike,” said Bill Melvin, CEO of Buell Motorcycle Co. adding, “less than 1% of the world is covered with pavement, the Buell Baja DR is designed to dominate the other 99.7%. It will give riders the freedom to go anywhere in the world, faster and with more power, harnessing our 1190 engine. The Buell Baja DR is a beast, elevating the brand to even greater heights, and will bring passion back for American-built motorcycles.”

Buell’s entry into the off-road segment won’t go unnoticed by the competition. The Buell Baja DR takes its design inspiration from Buell’s success on the American Hillclimb racing circuit with 2X World Champion Logan Cipala on board. Buell has posted videos of the race prototype on their Instagram page. The 1190 flies through the air, while racing in only first gear!

The production Baja DR model specs and features are: 175hp liquid cooled, 72-degree V-twin engine with 101 ft lbs. of torque, trellis frame, adjustable swing arm for a 66” to 70” wheelbase, and industry standard 37” seat height with 26.75 degree rake. The Buell Baja DR will be unmatched at the top of the market for speed and performance, while clearly signaling the New Buell will not be strictly on-road any longer but going off-road too.

Reservations for production slots for the Baja DR model will go live on March 5th at 12pm EST (noon) and cost just $25. Estimated retail for the model will start at $19,995 with production planned for 2023.

Learn more about what the future has to offer from Buell at Daytona Bike Week 2022 with the unveiling of the new Baja DR and SuperTouring model prototypes on Saturday March 5th. Both motorcycles will be available for customers to view March 5th to 13that Destination Daytona in the booths 100 yards north of JP Cycles Superstore.

Buell is back and unveiling the future while delivering excitement at every turn.

For future Buell updates, follow our news page on our website and our social media pages.

Website: www.BuellMotorcycle.com

Email for Information: [email protected]

MotoAmerica: Geoff May Racing Full-Time In Superbike, Stock 1000

David Swarts

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February 25, 2022

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MotoAmerica: Geoff May Racing Full-Time In Superbike, Stock 1000

Geoff May to make full-time return to MotoAmerica in SBK and Stock 1000

Geoff May will be making a full-time return to professional racing for 2022 in MotoAmerica as a Premier Entrant Team Owner/Rider in Superbike and in Stock 1000, with the newly formed Team of Vision Wheel/Discount Tire/Amsoil /KWS Motorsports/Honda. With the goal of racing for the championship in Stock 1000 and developing the CBR1000RR-SP into a SBK one weekend at a time. Veteran Mike Godin, of KWS Motorsports in Charleston, South Carolina, will be the Crew Chief and provide complete bike builds, tuning, and R&D for the team, bringing over 20 years of experience with him.

“Kevin Hunt (owner of KWS) and I are delighted to be partnering up with Geoff May Racing for another season in MotoAmerica. We have not contested the whole series since 2009 on
Factory Aprilias. We’re looking forward to continuing our successes from last year in the
Superstock 1000 class along with getting back into the Superbike Class full-time. It is going to be exciting to see what we can do with a second year on the Honda CBR1000RR-SP with more support from all of the new and current sponsors.” Michael Godin – Crew Chief

“I am really excited to be racing full-time again. Racing has been really good to me and my
family. I can’t wait to start this new chapter in my career. Our goal is to build a championship-contending team that can be a main fixture at the top level of road racing in the United States. I would like to give back to the paddock with all the knowledge I have gained over the years and help up-and-coming racers by fostering their talent. This will be a long-term goal, with me stepping down from racing in the future and focusing on the team. I would like to personally thank Roger Minor, Rick Kress, Michael Godin, Simon Sostaric, and my family for making this all possible and supporting me 110%. Being able to bring these sponsors together is a dream come true and a good example of why you should never give up on something that you love.” Geoff May

“I am very excited to get the racing started and can’t wait to see what the team can accomplish with a full season of racing.” Will Gawler – Lead Chassis Mechanic

“We are very happy and excited to see Geoff compete on the new Fireblade and participating in our Red Rider Rewards program in both professional MotoAmerica racing as well as grassroots club racing.” Brandon Wilson, Honda Powersports Experiential Marketing and Racing Manager

Geoff May Racing would also like to thank all of our supporting and technical sponsors for their contributions and longstanding relationships as well. The team is currently sponsored by SBS Brakes, Arata Exhaust, Evol Technologies, Ktech Suspension, Orient Express, Thermosman, Arai Helmets, Dainese, BikeSports Oldsmar, Flex Racing, and Rob Pippins Design.

We are always looking for supporting and technical sponsors to partner with. Please send
sponsorship inquires to [email protected].

World Supersport: Dynavolt Continuing As Sponsor Of PTR Triumph

David Swarts

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February 25, 2022

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World Supersport: Dynavolt Continuing As Sponsor Of PTR Triumph

DYNAVOLT TO CONTINUE AS TITLE PARTNER FOR 2022 WORLD SUPERSPORT

Motorcycle battery manufacturer Dynavolt will continue to support the official factory backed Triumph supersport team as they make their return to the world stage in 2022.

Dynavolt first joined forces with the PTR run outfit for 2020 and went on to partner the team as they undertook the redefinition of the supersport racing category with a successful pilot season for Triumph in the British Supersport Championship in 2021.

With the rules now adopted at international level, the high-tech, ethical energy company are to remain on-board for a third consecutive year as title partner of Dynavolt Triumph in the World Supersport Championship.

Dynavolt Tech Branding Director Nitipat Panichsakul: “On behalf of Dynavolt Tech I am delighted to continue supporting the Triumph team this year in the World Championship. The batteries used in the competition will be Nanogel technology which is a patented battery of Dynavolt. Not to mention its weight, it has the same capacity as a lithium battery. Of course, lithium is the lightest type of battery and Dynavolt lithium are the only ones in the world to use cylindrical cell. I would like to ask Triumph motorcycle fans around the world to support the Dynavolt Triumph team in 2022.”

Dynavolt Triumph Team Manager Simon Buckmaster: “It’s fantastic to be able to announce that Dynavolt will continue as title sponsor of our Triumph World Supersport team. The plan was always to do British Supersport last year to develop the bike and turn it into a winner, which we achieved, and it’s great to be stepping back to the World Supersport Championship with our partner Dynavolt as we now look to challenge at the highest level in supersport for race wins, for the podium and the World Championship. I’m very grateful to the President of Dynavolt, Leonard Chen and the Brand Director, Nitipat Panichsakul for their continued support and we will aim to deliver the results that our partnership deserves in the World Supersport Championship in 2022 and beyond.”

Intro: 2022 Ducati Multistrada V4 Pikes Peak, In The February Issue

Trudy Ulrich

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February 24, 2022

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Intro: 2022 Ducati Multistrada V4 Pikes Peak, In The February Issue

Featured In the February 2022 issue of Roadracing World:

Excerpt:

“Would you take one of these off-road?” I was asked.

“I’ve ridden the (Multistrada) 1260 off-road, and I think this one would be even better,” I replied.

I was talking with Ducati brand ambassador and 2008 Formula Xtreme Champion Jake Zemke about the new Ducati Multistrada V4 Pikes Peak, Ducati’s most sophisticated and advanced Multistrada yet…

—Intro: 2022 Ducati Multistrada V4 Pikes Peak, by Melissa Berkoff

It looks tall and felt ungainly in the parking lot, but the new Ducati Multistrada V4 Pikes Peak was impressive once it was underway on the switchbacks of the mountain roads above Palm Springs. Read about the latest iteration of Ducati’s all-arounder in the latest issue of Roadracing World!

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Ducati Multistrada V4 Updated For 2022

David Swarts

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February 24, 2022

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Ducati Multistrada V4: a new colour, electronic updates and new accessories available for 2022

The colour range of the Multistrada V4 S expands with the new Iceberg White livery, available from March 2022

Electronic innovations are the introduction of the Minimum Preload system and infotainment updates: they will also be available free of charge for those who already own the bike

Improvements have also been made for the Ducati Performance accessories line which is enriched with two important elements: lowered suspension kit and aluminium bags

Borgo Panigale (Bologna, Italy), 24 February 2022 – With almost 10,000 motorcycles delivered worldwide, the Multistrada V4 ended 2021 as the best-selling and most popular family in the Ducati range. In its first year on the market, the Multistrada V4 was able to confirm the expectations created since the day of its presentation, establishing itself as an ideal motorcycle for any kind of trip.

The fourth generation of Multistrada has conquered many new Ducatisti. The Multistrada V4 is effective on all types of road, thanks to the dynamic qualities and smooth delivery of the V4 Granturismo engine, which guarantee a sporty and exhilarating ride on mixed roads and provide easy off-road riding. The bike features state-of-the-art technology : it is the first motorcycle in the world equipped with front and rear radar, with Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) and Blind Spot Detection (BSD) systems which represent a precious aid to riding comfort and safety, especially on long journeys. In addition, the Multistrada V4 has benchmark maintenance intervals with valve clearance control set every 60,000 km and all models of the family have the exclusive “4Ever Ducati” warranty, valid for 4 years with unlimited mileage*.

The success of the Ducati Multistrada V4 is proven not only by the feedback from the specialized press, but also by the satisfaction of the enthusiasts who have chosen to purchase it. This is a further incentive for Ducati to continue developing the project in 2022. The main goal, pursued through constant research and development work, is to continuously improve the bike by taking into account all of the needs of the Ducatisti, ensuring available updates and introducing new features on the production bikes.

The first new feature for the Multistrada V4 family in 2022 concerns the colour range of the S version, which expands with the addition of the new Iceberg White livery . It is a glossy white colour that enhances the refined lines of the bike. The Iceberg White Multistrada V4 S will be available in Ducati dealerships starting from March and joins the Ducati Red and Aviator Grey colour options. The bike can be ordered in four different trims (Essential, Radar, Travel & Radar, Full), which can be viewed in the dedicated section of the Ducati website.

For the electronic package, the main update lies in a new semi-automatic function of the electronic suspension for the Multistrada V4 S, called Minimum Preload. This feature allows you to reduce the height of the motorcycle and makes it easier and safer to place your feet on the ground during city use or when manoeuvring at low speed, especially with a passenger on board.

Another important software update concerns the interaction between the rider and the bike, which is now more functional thanks to the improvements implemented in the Infotainment (Ducati Connect) and HMI (Human-Machine Interface) areas.

The new package of updates is available both as a standard feature on new motorcycles and free of charge for those who already own a Multistrada V4 S, confirming the continuous attention that the Bologna-based manufacturer reserves for its enthusiasts. Multistrada owners who can take advantage of these new features will be contacted gradually through the MyDucati App and via email and will then be able to go to their trusted Ducati Service to receive the updates**.

The improvements made by Ducati to the Multistrada V4 project for 2022 also concern the Ducati Performance accessories line, which is enriched with two important elements: the lowered suspension kit and a set of aluminium bags.

The lowered suspension kit, available as accessory*** for the Multistrada V4 S, consists of fork springs, shock absorber springs and side stand, designed to reduce the saddle height from the ground by 20 mm. Equipped with the lowered suspension kit, the Multistrada V4 offers greater confidence at low speeds, while maintaining the dynamic characteristics typical of this model. With the introduction of the lowered suspension kit, the seat height range of the Multistrada V4 is even wider. The low saddle (-30 mm) and raised saddle (+15 mm) accessory gives the rider the possibility to choose in a range between 790 and 875 mm to find the configuration that best suits his physical characteristics and riding style.

The latest addition to the Multistrada family is designed for motorcyclists who have a strong aptitude for travelling. In fact, starting from April 2022, the aluminium side panniers and top case, designed by the Centro Stile Ducati and made in collaboration with Givi, will be included in the catalogue. The considerable total capacity (76 litres for the side panniers and 41 litres for the top case) allows motorcyclists to take everything they need with them for each trip. The cases are designed to be filled from above, in order to maximize capacity and facilitate loading and unloading.

To further increase practicality, internal bags are also available as an accessory, made of resistant waterproof fabric with heat-sealed seams and customized with the Ducati Performance logo. These comfortable bags are created to make the most of the available space and keep everything in order inside the cases. The practical handles also allow you to carry them as hand luggage, making them a versatile product, capable of optimizing comfort and functionality on every journey.

MotoGP: Mooney VR46 Racing Team Introduced In Italy (With Video)

David Swarts

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February 24, 2022

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MotoGP: Mooney VR46 Racing Team Introduced In Italy (With Video)

THE YELLOW ERA: THE MOONEY VR46 RACING TEAM UNVEILS THE NEW BIKES AT THE ROSSINI THEATER AT PESARO

Common goals and a new synergy between Mooney and VR46 to achieve ambitious results in 2022. Luca Marini and Marco Bezzecchi show the colors of the Ducati Desmosedici GP together with the Kalex of Celestino Vietti Ramus and Niccolò Antonelli

Pesaro (Italy), February 24th 2022 – The curtain rises at the historic Rossini Theatre at Pesaro for the presentation of the 2022 season of the Mooney VR46 Racing Team, live this morning on all social media channels of the Tavullia team.

An almost oxymoronic conjunction, with a unique atmosphere and in a historical setting, the one staged at Rossini’s house of opera music: on the one hand the technology of the Ducati Desmosedici GP and the Kalex bikes, on the other the live performance of the G. Rossini Symphony Orchestra, who performed together with Dj Ralf for an unveiling full of emotions.

On the eve of the departure for Qatar for the real debut of the Mooney VR46 Racing Team (4/6 March), Pesaro, a city just a few kilometers from Tavullia, the beating heart of the new MotoGP and Moto2 project, becomes the capital of the two wheels for a day. A celebration of the Made in Italy racing passion, with Dj Albertino and Vic as presenters and in the presence of Valentino Rossi, Team Owner, who officially sealed the new partnership with Mooney together with Emilio Petrone (CEO of Mooney), Salvatore Borgese (General Manager – Commercial & Banking Services of Mooney), Alessio Salucci (Team Director) and Alberto Tebaldi (CFO).

Then space for the real stars of the racing season: the riders and motorbikes that will be on track with the new Mooney VR46 Racing Team design. After the more than positive balance in the first tests between Malaysia and Indonesia, and on stage together with the Team Manager Pablo Nieto, Luca Marini and Marco Bezzecchi can’t wait to get back at work on the yellow liveries of the Ducati Desmosedici GP, created by the VR46 graphics department. The fluorescent yellow and black of the VR46 mix with the ocher yellow and dark grey of Mooney for a game of contrasts that redesigns the graphics of the entire Team in a more aggressive and racing way. A theme that is also repeated on the Kalex of the Moto2 Team with Celestino Vietti Ramus and Niccolò Antonelli, together with the new Team Manager Luca Brivio, ready to be in the slipstream of the fastest guys.

Valentino Rossi, Team Owner Mooney VR46 Racing Team

“It has been a long way since Moto3, but now we are ready to make our debut in MotoGP with a VR46 team and four young riders who I know will give their 100%. It is the closing of a circle for me and also for all the people who have worked with so much passion on this project over the years. At the same time it is a great debut and the beginning of a new chapter of this beautiful story in MotoGP. We are here thanks to the support of all our partners and I am happy to welcome Mooney: we met this winter at the Ranch, there was an immediate feeling and now we find ourselves here on this stage with these beautiful bikes with our colors”.

Alessio Salucci, Team Director Mooney VR46 Racing Team

“I can only be satisfied to be part of this new project, which is not that new. A Team that has come a long way, thanks to the support of Sky Italia, a long apprenticeship between Moto2 and Moto3 and which step by step has reached MotoGP. A natural evolution to be able to follow the best talents of the VR46 Riders Academy even more closely. We saw Luca and Marco grow up. An important commitment in MotoGP, but which does not obscure Moto2 where we will continue to work because we believe it is preparatory for our riders. It was the right time to take up this challenge, a new chapter of this book always under the sign of the Italian spirit and the DNA of VR46 and Valentino who is 100% involved. He has always been innovative and here too there is his mark. Special thanks to all of our partners who continue to believe in this project and a welcome to Mooney, who joins our family as a title partner. Without their support it would not have been possible to arrive here, we hope to be able to really repay everyone for their trust in the best possible way”.

Emilio Petrone, CEO of Mooney

“What is presented today is much more than a motorcycling team, but a real manifesto made up of values such as excellence, Italian spirit, talent that two leaders in their respective sectors will bring with passion and determination to the tracks all over the world. As a great motor enthusiast, satisfaction and pride are worth double for me today and I am sure that Mooney and VR46 are only at the beginning of a journey that will lead both great satisfactions”.

Salvatore Borgese, General Manager – Commercial & Banking Services of Mooney

“The collaboration between Mooney and VR46 will give life to numerous initiatives dedicated to the consumer and business audience, with the aim of offering an increasingly broad clientele – in an omnichannel logic – advanced payments, banking and mobility services. The launch of the VR46 cobranded card, scheduled for 2022 summer, is only the beginning of a partnership dedicated to the excellence”.

Pablo Nieto, Team Manager MotoGP – Mooney VR46 Racing Team

“A beginning of an important season is so close to us, many expectations and a new Team that will make its debut in Qatar soon. Let’s start with the riders, each of them has to set a goal: on the one hand Luca, who already has a year of experience in MotoGP, on the other Marco, a Rookie. Luca will hit the track with the Ducati GP22 factory motorcycle, he can have fun this year. Marco, on the other hand, can fight to be Rookie of the Year, he has great potential, but it will be difficult because he will compete with very talented and very fast riders coming from the lower classes. By our side there will be Ducati with whom we have begun to build a wonderful relationship, they welcomed us into their family and we speak a very smiley language. The crew has the DNA of VR46: many of the technicians and mechanics of this Team come from Moto2 and have worked with us for many years. An opportunity for growth for many of our guys, a further source of pride for me”.

Luca Brivio – Team Manager Moto2 – Mooney VR46 Racing Team

“It will be an interesting season: Celestino is in his second year in Moto2 on Kalex, he closed in crescendo in 2021, he did well in the preseason and we hope he can be competitive right from the beginning. A category jump instead for Niccolò: he has a very solid and experienced crew behind him, he has a good potential and the primary objective is to have fun, not have too much pressure and grow step by step. So many reasons to give our best, also to reward Vale, Uccio, Pablo and the VR46 for this great opportunity: I joined this Team many years ago, in 2014, and now it is a great pride for me to be able to cover this new role of responsibility”.

Luca Marini #10

“It will be a very important season for me and the whole Mooney VR46 Racing Team: I have begun to become familiar with the new Ducati GP22 bike and to understand its potential in the last tests. The feelings are more than positive, the goal is to be able to consistently stay in the top group, fighting for the Top5 and always stay in the Top10. I would like to arrive on the podium then, I know it’s a very ambitious goal but I have faith in my crew. The atmosphere is great, we had fun and I had a good time. I also really like the colors of the bike, they have always been those of the VR46”.

Marco Bezzecchi #72

“Qatar is just a breath from now and I will have to learn to manage the positive pressure that will come. It has been a long wait and the adrenaline is a lot now. I’m happy with how the tests went, of course I still have a lot to do, we have only done one race simulation so far and the first GPs will be challenging. I like the Team, they are close-knit and the atmosphere is good. The title of Rookie of the year is a great goal, more than anything else, I’d like to fight for it until the end. It will be special get out on the track on this bike: it has the colors of Valentino and the VR46 family and the Italian spirit of Mooney and Ducati”.

Celetino Vietti #13

“It will be a season to be lived in one breath: a year of experience on my shoulders, a motivated work group, that of the Mooney VR46 Racing Team, and some really positive feelings after the first tests. I can’t wait the Qatar GP, one of my favorite tracks to test myself. The pace is good, the goal is to be as constant and precise as possible, crucial characteristics for being competitive in Moto2”.

Niccolo Antonelli #28

“A new category, a new Team, the Mooney VR46 Racing Team, and new motivation and desire to do well. We worked hard in the testing to get as ready as possible for the first race in Qatar. The Team is helping me to measure up with the new category and to be comfortable in riding: there is a lot to do, but we are not in a hurry. We continue in this direction, gradually in order to be competitive as soon as possible”.

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The Harley-Davidson Museum campus in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Photo by David Swarts.