Welcome, welcome to Total Motorcycle’s 200th Inspiration Friday! 200 weeks, almost 4 years, of great inspiring motorcycle stories! Motor Valley Fest 2022 event is on for this week. Explore the Land where Speed was Born…Modena, Italy. Motor Valley is the land where passion comes alive. The place where some of the world’s leading automotive and motorcycle brands were born and continue to build the legend of speed. Automobili Lamborghini, Dallara, Ducati Motor Holding, Energica Motor Company, Ferrari, Maserati and Pagani Automobili.
Timeless International circuits as Racing is in the DNA of this area. A sporting passion born and developed in some of the most important racetracks in the world. Autodromo di Modena, Autodromo di Varano, Autodromo internazionale Enzo e Dino Ferrari and Misano World Circuit Marco Simoncelli.
Then Museums of Speed, Places that narrate the stories of legendary characters. Museums that preserve the relics that represent the genius and ingenuity of the men who made this land great. Dallara Academy, Lamborghini Museum Mudetec, Museo del patrimonio industriale, Museo dell’Auto Storica Stanguellini, Museo della moto di Scortichino – Glorie Italiane, Museo Ducati, Museo Enzo Ferrari, Museo Ferrari, Museo Ferruccio Lamborghini, Museo Francesco Baracca, Museo Horacio Pagani, Museo Marco Simoncelli – La storia del Sic and Museo Multimediale Autodromo di Imola Checco Costa.
Plus Passion and research meet in these pearls of the local area. Places where priceless treasures are kept and where enthusiasts can experience their charm and value. Collezione “Old Racing Spare Parts” di Mario Sassi, Collezione Ascari “moto Maserati”, Collezione Battilani, Collezione Bruno Nigelli, Collezione dell’Automobile Bandini, Collezione Guzzi Brunelli, Collezione Moto Poggi, Collezione Nello Salsapariglia, Collezione Parilla
Collezione Pasquale Mesto, , Collezione Pollini, Collezione Righini, Collezione Vespa Mauro Pascoli, Museo dell’Automobile e annessa Scuderia San Martino, Museo Demm Motociclomotoristico, Museo nazionale del motociclo, Piccolo museo della moto Bariaschi and Umberto Panini Collection.
So much to see, so much to do at the Motor Valley Fest: The art Of Innovation!
The open-air Motor Valley festival in Emilia-Romagna, to take place May 26-29 2022, will celebrate the land of motors with conventions, shows, exhibits, and a full program of activities designed for all two- and four-wheel enthusiasts. Four days of excitement and culture in the world’s most dynamic automotive district with the highest concentration of major automotive and motorcycle manufacturers, racetracks, museums, and collectors, eagerly waiting to welcome back enthusiasts for a shiny new edition.
The 2022 edition will be concurrent with Autopromotec, the International Biennial Exhibition of Automotive Equipment and Aftermarket, a worldwide reference point for the entire automotive aftermarket sector, which will take place in Bologna from 25 to 28 May.
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Ducati is Preparing For The Fourth Edition of The Motor Valley Fest
- Ducati taking part in open-air celebration of the Motor Valley Fest from 26 to 29 May, taking place in synergy with Autopromotec where part of the Ducati range can be admired inside the quadrangle of Bologna Fiere
- Military Academy of Modena holds temporary exhibition dedicated to the 50th anniversary of the legendary victory of Paul Smart at the 1972 Imola 200 Miglia and the replica of the 2022 Ducati Desmosedici GP
- Claudio Domenicali, President of the Motor Valley Development Association and Ducati CEO: “Motor Valley is an area where technology and beauty come together in a unique way and where the passion for speed is valued on a par with the celebration of the Italian lifestyle”
Borgo Panigale, Bologna, May 25, 2022 – The countdown has begun for the fourth edition of the Motor Valley Fest, the festival that pays homage to the history and the present of the legendary Motor Valley of Emilia-Romagna, scheduled in Modena from Thursday May 26 to Sunday, May 29.
This year’s appointment will be held in synergy with Autopromotec, the most important international exhibition of automotive equipment and aftermarket, which will take place in Bologna from May 25-28, for a single major event inspired by the theme “The Art of Innovation “.
This year Ducati will again be participating center stage as a motorcycle benchmark for all two-wheel enthusiasts. The program of the Italian company includes four days of dedicated initiatives, round tables, meetings with managers, historical displays and exhibitions of the motorcycles in the range.
Ducati will turn on the spotlights on Thursday, May 26 at the inaugural conference to be held at the Pavarotti Municipal Theatre in Modena and at the round table dedicated to innovation and the future of electric mobility. Both events will feature Claudio Domenicali, President of the Motor Valley Development Association and Ducati CEO.
“Motor Valley is a unique industrial, touristic and cultural area, the beating heart of the economy of the Emilia-Romagna Region and the excellence of Made in Italy in the world, capable of uniting and enhancing the characteristics that distinguish it at an international level. An extraordinary territory characterized by the prestige and importance of its universities and by its historical, artistic and food and wine culture”, declared Claudio Domenicali. “The Motor Valley Fest, now in its fourth edition, with the theme ‘The Art of Innovation’ is an open-air celebration of all this, as well as an important opportunity to meet and compare all the realities that are part of this incredible entrepreneurial context that is the Emilia-Romagna Motor Valley. A place where technology and beauty come together in a unique way and where the passion for speed is valued on a par with the celebration of the Italian lifestyle.”
Also on Thursday, May 26 at the Open Laboratory – Ex AEM in Modena, Simone Di Piazza, Head of Innovation and R&D Services Ducati, will hold an in-depth meeting within the ‘Innovation & Talents’ format, an important moment of discussion between the company and young people who want to discover the most requested skills and professionalism in the automotive world. His speech will cover the evolution process of a Ducati, from the experience accumulated on the track to the development of the series product.
For the entire duration of the festival, Ducati will be a guest at the Motor Valley Village at the Cortile d’Onore of Palazzo Ducale, seat of the Military Academy of Modena, with a temporary exhibition dedicated to the 50th anniversary of the legendary victory of Paul Smart at the Imola 200 Miglia race in 1972. On display there will be the three motorcycles that tell the story of the first two years of life of the twin-cylinder engine, a Ducati-branded project developed on the Modena airfield track. First the 500 GP which made its debut on 14 March 1971 right at the Modena airfield, then the 750 GT and to conclude the triumphant and legendary 750 Imola of 1972.
Also at the Military Academy of Modena, at the Misano World Circuit Marco Simoncelli stand, it will be possible to admire a replica of the 2022 Ducati Desmosedici GP bike entrusted for the current racing season to the riders Pecco Bagnaia and Jack Miller of the Ducati Lenovo Team.
But that’s not all. Ducati will also participate in parallel at Autopromotec, inside the quadrangle of Bologna Fiere, where it will exhibit some of the motorcycles currently in the range, such as the Multistrada V4 S, the Streetfighter V2, the Monster Plus and the Ducati Scrambler Icon Dark.
2022 EVENT CALANDER
May
01
Lamera Cup
A unique and structured single-make endurance race format.
by: Misano World Circuit Marco Simoncelli
Misano World Circuit
May
07
#WeRideAsOne: Ducatisti around the world meet to celebrate Ducati passion
Thanks also to the help of the 322 Ducati Official Clubs, many initiatives and activities will give life to a memorable experience under the banner of the Rosse of Borgo Panigale.
by: Ducati Motor Holding
Ducati Riding Experience – Road Academy
Level: from beginner to expert
by: Ducati Motor Holding
Worldwide
Modena Circuit
May
08
Ducati Riding Experience – Road Academy
Level: from beginner to expert
by: Ducati Motor Holding
Modena Circuit
May
13
Italian Cup Speed
The season of the Italian Cup 2021 starts from Misano. Rich program of the first race weekend at the Misano World Circuit Marco Simoncelli.
by: Motor Valley
European Le Mans Series
The ELMS European Le Mans Series returns to Imola
by: Autodromo internazionale Enzo e Dino Ferrari
Misano World Circuit Marco Simoncelli
Imola Circuit
May
14
Italian Cup Speed
The season of the Italian Cup 2021 starts from Misano. Rich program of the first race weekend at the Misano World Circuit Marco Simoncelli.
by: Motor Valley
European Le Mans Series
The ELMS European Le Mans Series returns to Imola
by: Autodromo internazionale Enzo e Dino Ferrari
Misano World Circuit Marco Simoncelli
Imola Circuit
May
15
Italian Cup Speed
The season of the Italian Cup 2021 starts from Misano. Rich program of the first race weekend at the Misano World Circuit Marco Simoncelli.
by: Motor Valley
European Le Mans Series
The ELMS European Le Mans Series returns to Imola
by: Autodromo internazionale Enzo e Dino Ferrari
Misano World Circuit Marco Simoncelli
Imola Circuit
May
21
Grand Prix Truck
Don’t miss your access to the beautiful world of the Grand Prix Truck.
by: Misano World Circuit Marco Simoncelli
Misano World Circuit
May
22
Grand Prix Truck
Don’t miss your access to the beautiful world of the Grand Prix Truck.
by: Misano World Circuit Marco Simoncelli
Misano World Circuit
May
26
Motor Valley Fest
From 26 to 29 May in Modena.
by: Motor Valley
Modena
May
27
Motor Valley Fest
From 26 to 29 May in Modena.
by: Motor Valley
Modena
May
28
HUAYRA BC EXPOSITION
by: Motor Valley
Premiere “Motor Valley” – a movie directed by Stefano Ferrari
by: Motor Valley
Motor Valley Fest
From 26 to 29 May in Modena.
by: Motor Valley
Piazza Calcagnini, 1
Modena
May
29
HUAYRA BC EXPOSITION
by: Motor Valley
Premiere “Motor Valley” – a movie directed by Stefano Ferrari
by: Motor Valley
Motor Valley Fest
From 26 to 29 May in Modena.
by: Motor Valley
Piazza Calcagnini, 1
Modena
Jun
03
Misano Racing Weekend
Italian Gran Turismo Championship: the one that will open in Misano in May will be the tricolor series reserved for the fascinating GT cars.
by: Misano World Circuit Marco Simoncelli
Misano World Circuit Marco Simoncelli
Jun
04
Misano Racing Weekend
Italian Gran Turismo Championship: the one that will open in Misano in May will be the tricolor series reserved for the fascinating GT cars.
by: Misano World Circuit Marco Simoncelli
Misano World Circuit Marco Simoncelli
Jun
05
Misano Racing Weekend
Italian Gran Turismo Championship: the one that will open in Misano in May will be the tricolor series reserved for the fascinating GT cars.
by: Misano World Circuit Marco Simoncelli
Misano World Circuit Marco Simoncelli
Jun
10
SBK Pirelli Emilia-Romagna Round
The wait is over: the WorldSBK paddock returns to Italy, at the Misano World Circuit Marco Simoncelli.
by: Misano World Circuit Marco Simoncelli
Misano World Circuit Marco Simoncelli
Jun
11
Ducati Riding Experience – Road Academy
Level: from beginner to expert
by: Ducati Motor Holding
SBK Pirelli Emilia-Romagna Round
The wait is over: the WorldSBK paddock returns to Italy, at the Misano World Circuit Marco Simoncelli.
by: Misano World Circuit Marco Simoncelli
Modena Circuit
Misano World Circuit Marco Simoncelli
Jun
12
Ducati Riding Experience – Road Academy
Level: from beginner to expert
by: Ducati Motor Holding
SBK Pirelli Emilia-Romagna Round
The wait is over: the WorldSBK paddock returns to Italy, at the Misano World Circuit Marco Simoncelli.
by: Misano World Circuit Marco Simoncelli
Modena Circuit
Misano World Circuit Marco Simoncelli
Jun
17
Peroni Race Group
At the Misano Marco Simoncelli World Circuit an intense three days of races signed by Gruppo Peroni Race…
by: Motor Valley
The DTM at Imola
Imola, the legendary circuit that breathes passion for motorsport and DTM too.
Misano World Circuit Marco Simoncelli
Imola Circuit
Jun
18
Peroni Race Group
At the Misano Marco Simoncelli World Circuit an intense three days of races signed by Gruppo Peroni Race…
by: Motor Valley
The DTM at Imola
Imola, the legendary circuit that breathes passion for motorsport and DTM too.
Misano World Circuit Marco Simoncelli
Imola Circuit
Jun
19
Peroni Race Group
At the Misano Marco Simoncelli World Circuit an intense three days of races signed by Gruppo Peroni Race…
by: Motor Valley
The DTM at Imola
Imola, the legendary circuit that breathes passion for motorsport and DTM too.
Misano World Circuit Marco Simoncelli
Imola Circuit
Jul
01
Fanatec GT World Challenge Europe
One of the most prestigious motoring events on the international scene returns to the Misano World Circuit Marco Simoncelli.
by: Misano World Circuit Marco Simoncelli
Misano World Circuit Marco Simoncelli
Jul
02
Fanatec GT World Challenge Europe
One of the most prestigious motoring events on the international scene returns to the Misano World Circuit Marco Simoncelli.
by: Misano World Circuit Marco Simoncelli
Misano World Circuit Marco Simoncelli
Jul
03
Fanatec GT World Challenge Europe
One of the most prestigious motoring events on the international scene returns to the Misano World Circuit Marco Simoncelli.
by: Misano World Circuit Marco Simoncelli
Misano World Circuit Marco Simoncelli
Jul
22
World Ducati Week
The greatest gathering of Ducatisti and motorbike enthusiasts is coming back!
by: Ducati Motor Holding
Misano World Circuit Marco Simoncelli
Jul
23
World Ducati Week
The greatest gathering of Ducatisti and motorbike enthusiasts is coming back!
by: Ducati Motor Holding
Misano World Circuit Marco Simoncelli
Jul
24
World Ducati Week
The greatest gathering of Ducatisti and motorbike enthusiasts is coming back!
by: Ducati Motor Holding
Misano World Circuit Marco Simoncelli
Jul
29
Round of the Italian Speed Championship
The CIV makes a stop at the Misano World Circuit Marco Simoncelli.
by: Motor Valley
Misano World Circuit Marco Simoncelli
Jul
30
Round of the Italian Speed Championship
The CIV makes a stop at the Misano World Circuit Marco Simoncelli.
by: Motor Valley
Misano World Circuit Marco Simoncelli
Jul
31
Round of the Italian Speed Championship
The CIV makes a stop at the Misano World Circuit Marco Simoncelli.
by: Motor Valley
Misano World Circuit Marco Simoncelli
Aug
27
Historic Minardi Day
History goes back on the track. Two days dedicated to fans, collectors and enthusiasts.
by: Autodromo internazionale Enzo e Dino Ferrari
Imola Circuit
Aug
28
Historic Minardi Day
History goes back on the track. Two days dedicated to fans, collectors and enthusiasts.
by: Autodromo internazionale Enzo e Dino Ferrari
Imola Circuit
Sep
02
San Marino and Riviera di Rimini Grand Prix
The world season at the Misano World Circuit Marco Simoncelli offers the top event for two-wheel racing.
by: Motor Valley
ACI Racing Weekend
Second appointment at the Imola racetrack with the Italian four-wheeled championships.
by: Autodromo internazionale Enzo e Dino Ferrari
Misano World Circuit Marco Simoncelli
Imola Circuit
Sep
03
San Marino and Riviera di Rimini Grand Prix
The world season at the Misano World Circuit Marco Simoncelli offers the top event for two-wheel racing.
by: Motor Valley
ACI Racing Weekend
Second appointment at the Imola racetrack with the Italian four-wheeled championships.
by: Autodromo internazionale Enzo e Dino Ferrari
Misano World Circuit Marco Simoncelli
Imola Circuit
Sep
04
San Marino and Riviera di Rimini Grand Prix
The world season at the Misano World Circuit Marco Simoncelli offers the top event for two-wheel racing.
by: Motor Valley
ACI Racing Weekend
Second appointment at the Imola racetrack with the Italian four-wheeled championships.
by: Autodromo internazionale Enzo e Dino Ferrari
Misano World Circuit Marco Simoncelli
Imola Circuit
Sep
09
Mostra Scambio Crame
One of the most important European events for collectors of vintage cars, motorcycles and bicycles
by: Autodromo internazionale Enzo e Dino Ferrari
Imola Circuit
Sep
10
Mostra Scambio Crame
One of the most important European events for collectors of vintage cars, motorcycles and bicycles
by: Autodromo internazionale Enzo e Dino Ferrari
Imola Circuit
Sep
11
Mostra Scambio Crame
One of the most important European events for collectors of vintage cars, motorcycles and bicycles
by: Autodromo internazionale Enzo e Dino Ferrari
Imola Circuit
Sep
16
Porsche Sports Cup
Porsche Customer Sports Championship .
by: Motor Valley
Misano World Circuit Marco Simoncelli
Sep
17
Porsche Sports Cup
Porsche Customer Sports Championship .
by: Motor Valley
Misano World Circuit Marco Simoncelli
Sep
18
Porsche Sports Cup
Porsche Customer Sports Championship .
by: Motor Valley
Misano World Circuit Marco Simoncelli
Sep
24
Ducati Riding Experience – Road Academy
Level: from beginner to expert
by: Ducati Motor Holding
Modena Circuit
Sep
25
Ducati Riding Experience – Road Academy
Level: from beginner to expert
by: Ducati Motor Holding
Modena Circuit
Sep
30
Italian Cup Speed
The season of the Italian Cup 2021 starts from Misano. Rich program of the first race weekend at the Misano World Circuit Marco Simoncelli.
by: Motor Valley
Misano World Circuit Marco Simoncelli
Oct
01
Italian Cup Speed
The season of the Italian Cup 2021 starts from Misano. Rich program of the first race weekend at the Misano World Circuit Marco Simoncelli.
by: Motor Valley
Misano World Circuit Marco Simoncelli
Oct
02
Italian Cup Speed
The season of the Italian Cup 2021 starts from Misano. Rich program of the first race weekend at the Misano World Circuit Marco Simoncelli.
by: Motor Valley
Misano World Circuit Marco Simoncelli
Oct
04
Modena 100 Ore
This year’s journey will start in Milano Marittima and after the leg in Florence, the race will be concluded in Modena’s central Piazza Grande, the beating heart of Italy’s Motor Valley.
by: Scuderia Tricolore
Misano World Circuit Marco Simoncelli
Oct
07
CIV Italian Motorcycle Speed Championship
Imola is the third round of the season and fans will have the opportunity to enjoy as always exciting and spectacular races.
by: Motor Valley
Autodromo Enzo e Dino Ferrari
Oct
08
CIV Italian Motorcycle Speed Championship
Imola is the third round of the season and fans will have the opportunity to enjoy as always exciting and spectacular races.
by: Motor Valley
Autodromo Enzo e Dino Ferrari
Oct
09
CIV Italian Motorcycle Speed Championship
Imola is the third round of the season and fans will have the opportunity to enjoy as always exciting and spectacular races.
by: Motor Valley
Autodromo Enzo e Dino Ferrari
Oct
14
Misano Classic Weekend
The historic appointment with vintage racing motorcycles returns to the Misano World Circuit Marco Simoncelli.
by: Motor Valley
Misano World Circuit Marco Simoncelli
Oct
15
Misano Classic Weekend
The historic appointment with vintage racing motorcycles returns to the Misano World Circuit Marco Simoncelli.
by: Motor Valley
Misano World Circuit Marco Simoncelli
Oct
16
Misano Classic Weekend
The historic appointment with vintage racing motorcycles returns to the Misano World Circuit Marco Simoncelli.
by: Motor Valley
Misano World Circuit Marco Simoncelli
Oct
22
Alfa Revival Cup
A racing series created for all Alfisti who like to spend their time on a racetrack and paddock. On the most iconic circuits of the Motor Valley.
by: Motor Valley
Misano World Circuit Marco Simoncelli
Oct
23
Alfa Revival Cup
A racing series created for all Alfisti who like to spend their time on a racetrack and paddock. On the most iconic circuits of the Motor Valley.
by: Motor Valley
Misano World Circuit Marco Simoncelli
Oct
26
Ferrari Finali Mondiali
Grand finale of the season with the best drivers of the four championships in which the single-brand of the Maranello company is divided on the track.
by: Autodromo internazionale Enzo e Dino Ferrari, Ferrari
Imola Circuit
Oct
27
Ferrari Finali Mondiali
Grand finale of the season with the best drivers of the four championships in which the single-brand of the Maranello company is divided on the track.
by: Autodromo internazionale Enzo e Dino Ferrari, Ferrari
Porsche Sports Cup Suisse
Sporting championship for Porsche customers came to the end of the season on the Misano World Circuit Marco Simoncelli.
by: Motor Valley
Imola Circuit
Misano World Circuit Marco Simoncelli
Oct
28
Ferrari Finali Mondiali
Grand finale of the season with the best drivers of the four championships in which the single-brand of the Maranello company is divided on the track.
by: Autodromo internazionale Enzo e Dino Ferrari, Ferrari
Porsche Sports Cup Suisse
Sporting championship for Porsche customers came to the end of the season on the Misano World Circuit Marco Simoncelli.
by: Motor Valley
Imola Circuit
Misano World Circuit Marco Simoncelli
Oct
29
Ferrari Finali Mondiali
Grand finale of the season with the best drivers of the four championships in which the single-brand of the Maranello company is divided on the track.
by: Autodromo internazionale Enzo e Dino Ferrari, Ferrari
Porsche Sports Cup Suisse
Sporting championship for Porsche customers came to the end of the season on the Misano World Circuit Marco Simoncelli.
by: Motor Valley
Imola Circuit
Misano World Circuit Marco Simoncelli
Oct
30
Ferrari Finali Mondiali
Grand finale of the season with the best drivers of the four championships in which the single-brand of the Maranello company is divided on the track.
by: Autodromo internazionale Enzo e Dino Ferrari, Ferrari
Imola Circuit
Nov
04
Peroni Race Group
At the Misano Marco Simoncelli World Circuit an intense three days of races signed by Gruppo Peroni Race…
by: Motor Valley
Misano World Circuit Marco Simoncelli
Nov
05
Peroni Race Group
At the Misano Marco Simoncelli World Circuit an intense three days of races signed by Gruppo Peroni Race…
by: Motor Valley
Misano World Circuit Marco Simoncelli
Nov
06
Peroni Race Group
At the Misano Marco Simoncelli World Circuit an intense three days of races signed by Gruppo Peroni Race…
by: Motor Valley
Misano World Circuit Marco Simoncelli
