Now available to order! Estimated arrival in our dealership – Spring 2025! The dawn of a new era: the first Ducati motocross bike Born to compete, developed on track. The Desmo450 MX is the first Ducati motocross bike with desmodromic timing designed to carry Borgo Panigale racing DNA off-road. Lightweight, powerful, essential, it combines advanced technology and maximum performance to ensure speed, control and pure adrenaline. The know-how gained in MotoGP and WorldSBK, combined with comprehensive research work and the support of sector professionals, has resulted in the development of a motocross bike that embodies Ducati racing DNA. This race-ready production 450 is designed to provide both amateurs and more demanding riders with maximum performance and reliability. Powered by a 450cc engine, it features Ducati's signature Desmodromic valve system, which ensures precise control, enhancing performance. This technology, coupled with the bike’s design and agile handling, will make it a favourite among racing enthusiasts and riders who appreciate the latest in offroad development and performance. The distinctive Italian styling, combined with the latest suspension and braking systems, will offer a thrilling riding experience. The Ducati Desmo450 MX will embody the perfect blend of performance, innovation, and Italian style. After gaining victory in the Italian MX Championship in 2024, the Ducati Desmo450 MX gets ready to compete at the highest level in 2025, with MXGP. The much-anticipated Ducati Desmo450 MX is available to order for passionate motocross riders, and is expected to be on motorcross tracks across Australia in Spring 2025. KEY CHARACTERISTICS Desmo450 single-cylinder exceeding 63 hp The Desmo450 MX design started with the engine, which flaunts desmodromic timing. The Desmo450 engine delivers maximum power of 63.5 hp at 9400 rpm, and maximum torque of 53.5 Nm at 7500 rpm. The limiter is set at 11,900 rpm, a new benchmark for the category. The fact that the engine can run at very high rpm means less gear shifting. In addition, the desmodromic system really comes into its own out of the gate, as the rider goes for the holeshot, pushing to be first out of turn one. The torque curve is very favourable at low revs, improving the drive out of the turns and making the ride less challenging and less tiring. Aluminium frame and subframe comprising just 11 elements To achieve the straightest possible intake duct to guarantee the best engine performance, Ducati has opted for an aluminium perimeter frame with the least possible number of weld joints, achieving the best combination of lightness, reliability and stiffness calibration. The Desmo450 MX frame is composed of just 11 elements, roughly half the number used in the frames of other motocross bikes on the market. Riding Mode The Desmo450 MX makes full use of Ducati’s experience in developing electronic control and riding assistance systems. In addition to the two standard Riding Modes, the user will be able to create completely customised Riding Modes via the dedicated Ducati X-Link app, configuring the levels of throttle response, Ducati Traction Control, Engine Brake Control and launch control. Ergonomics for maximum control An extremely compact bike, designed according to Ducati style canons to maximise the rider’s freedom of movement and vehicle control. The contact surfaces beneath the seat are designed to provide the rider with references and facilitate their movements, with the textures of the frame’s side covers heightening grip. The super structures and frame are specifically designed to facilitate trackside maintenance. Showa suspension The suspension and brakes on the Desmo450 MX were a targeted choice. Ducati trusts in the extensive racing experience of Showa, its historic partner also for the road bikes. The debut win for Lupino at Mantua showcased the high level of Showa standard material. The 49 mm USD fork offers 310 mm of travel, while the shock, with 16 mm shaft and 129 mm of travel, is mounted on the cast swingarm. Total wheel travel is 301 mm. Brembo/Galfer braking system The callipers and master cylinders are produced by Brembo, an historic Ducati partner selected to develop cutting-edge braking systems for motocross, just as it does for the road bikes. The discs are supplied by Galfer, single discs of 260 mm at the front and 240 mm at the rear. Advanced electronics with Ducati Traction Control Traction control on the Desmo450 MX is a latest-generation system (patent pending) that estimates actual rear wheel slip by combining camshaft rotation speed with inertial measurement of the vehicle dynamics, thus ensuring intervention efficiency, promptness and linearity. Connectivity Thanks to the WiFi connectivity unit, which is available as an accessory, the user can connect to the bike and, with the dedicated X-Link app, available soon, customize the Riding Mode, keep track of the vehicle’s service history and monitor its status. Displacement 449.6 cc Power 63.5 cv (46.7 kW) @ 9,400 rpm Torque 53.5 Nm (5.46 kgm, 39.5 lb ft) @ 7,500 rpm Wet weight no fuel 104.8 kg (231 lb) Seat Height 970 mm (38.2 in) Maintenance service intervals Oil and oil filter service 15 hoursPiston replacement 45 hoursValve clearance check 45 hoursMain engine service 90 hours
