Review – Key Features – Features & Benefits – Specifications
2027 Ducati Desmo450 MX Factory: HIT THE STARTER GATE.
Introducing the new 2027 Ducati Desmo450 MX Factory…
The Ducati Performance Accessories turn the Desmo450 MX in a perfect Factory Replica
Born to race.
The Desmo450 MX Factory is pure competition. This bike was born ready, with even higher-performance suspension, an Akrapovič racing exhaust, advanced electronics, and desmodromic timing. Lighter, faster, and equipped with everything a rider needs to hit the start gate.
Maximum performance, zero compromise.
A motocross bike imbued with pure Ducati racing DNA, which concentrates the brand’s experience and passion for competition. Developed at the tracks, this bike offers professional-level performance and reliability.
2027 Ducati Desmo450 MX Factory Totalmotorcycle.com Key Features
- Ducati Performance offers a series of accessories to maximize performance and dominate in trials and races
- Complete titanium exhaust, rims developed by Ducati Corse, racing seat, grips and components machined from solid allow the Desmo450 MX to be transformed into a perfect replica of the official bikes of Seewer and Guadagnini
- The Wi-Fi module allows electronic customization of the bike and adapts it to any type of rider and terrain via the Ducati X-Link app
2027 Ducati Desmo450 MX Factory Totalmotorcycle.com Features and Benefits
Developed in racing competition to take Ducati’s racing DNA off the asphalt, the new Desmo450 MX – like every Ducati, can be upgraded choosing from a wide range of accessories developed to enhance its performance and bring it even closer to the riding style and needs of its riders, both amateurs and professionals.
Maximum performance
True to its philosophy of developing solutions and technologies in racing to then offer to enthusiasts, Ducati worked through the Corse Offroad department to allow the owners of the Ducati450 MX to bring their bike closer to those fielded in the World Championship with Mattia Guadagnini and Jeremy Seewer.
The complete titanium exhaust system (96480261AA) is designed to optimize the performance of the single-cylinder engine with desmodromic distribution of the Desmo450 MX, ensuring an even fuller power curve and a wider range of use. Made of a special titanium alloy and with the utmost attention to the thicknesses of each section, it allows a weight saving of 1.7 kg compared to the standard system, while remaining within the noise limits imposed by FIM and AMA.
Motocross races can often be decided at the first corner, and to take full advantage of the Desmo450 MX engine performance when the gate drops, the holeshot device (96282211AA) is essential: by preloading the fork, it lowers the front end of the bike and reduces its tendency to wheelie, allowing for blistering starts.
Moving on to the chassis, the Ducati Performance rims (96380281AA) stand out for their reinforced self-braking spokes, so as to guarantee greater resistance combined with CNC-machined and black anodized 7075-T6 aluminium hubs. The channels are Excel, also anodized in black.
Further chassis improvements can come from the racing front (96180161AA) and rear (96180171AA) brake calipers, developed in collaboration with Brembo, characterized by their CNC-machined and hard-anodized aluminium construction. Or even from the triple clamps machined from solid (97381251AA), for maximum precision in front suspension response.
Total configurability
Performance is also achieved thanks to the ability of the bike to adapt to the needs of the rider and the track. The Wi-Fi module (96581321AA) allows you to customize the intervention of the electronic controls of the Desmo450 MX via the Ducati X-Link app. Simply connect your smartphone to be able to adjust the Throttle Response, Engine Brake Control, Ducati Traction Control and Launch Control parameters.
Not only that: it is also possible to view in real time the data relating to engine rpm, throttle opening, air and coolant temperature, atmospheric pressure and any error messages. The engine hour, oil change and service counters can also be checked from the app, while a special section recommends the best suspension adjustments based on the type of track, the weight of the rider and his level of experience.
Staying on the subject of setup, among the original accessories there are also the fork springs (96281251AA) and monoshock (96281231AA) with different elastic constants than the standard ones to optimize the behaviour of the bike in relation to the weight of the rider.
Similarly, Ducati Performance offers various solutions to adapt the final transmission ratio to different circuits. In addition to the 520-size chain with O-Ring (97280001AA) that combines resistance, lightness and the best transmission of power from the engine to the rear wheel, different toothings are available for the sprocket and crown. For example, instead of the standard Z13-Z49 solution, you can opt for a Z14 sprocket (97280031AA) and a Z50 crown (97280051AA), the latter made of Ergal and CNC milled for optimal lightening.
Absolute control
The maximum control of the rider over the mechanical vehicle is another key element in expressing the best lap times, as well as making performance more consistent throughout an entire race. Among the accessories for the Desmo450 MX there is also a racing seat (96881621AA), derived directly from the one used in the Motocross World Championship. The special material of the covering is designed to hold the rider during the acceleration phases of the bike, while allowing him to slide forward without problems when necessary.
A perfect complement is the Renthal Fatbar handlebar (96281151AA), with a diameter of 28.6 mm in the central part, which narrows to 22 at the grips, thus offering the best combination of resistance and flexibility. Constructed in 7010-T6 aluminium, it is offered in the version with 604 bend.
Two different options are also available for the rubber grips enriched with aramid fibre particles: G089 (96281201AA) or G165 (96281261AA). Both must be mounted in combination with a new throttle control tube (96281211AA), designed for traditional and non-lock-on grips.
To complete this kit, there are also essential guards to protect the bike from the abuse of a hard day on the dirt and rocks. The plastic skid plate (97181511AA), for example, protects the lower part of the crankcase and frame, while the protective grilles for the radiators (97181541AA) prevent mud and sand from accumulating on them, reducing their efficiency. The front brake disc and the air filter can also be protected with special guards (97181551AA and 96080241AA) for use in the most severe conditions.
Aesthetics and functionality
There is no shortage of additional components designed to combine functionality and aesthetics, such as hydraulic fluid reservoir covers for the front brake and clutch (96180131AA), or tank caps (97780181AA) and engine oil filler caps (97380171AA), all in CNC-machined and black anodized aluminium.
Finally, whether you are working on the bike between sessions or showing it off in your garage, a lightweight plastic stand (97080221AA) and a mat (97580311AA), both customized with the Ducati Corse logos and colours, help to create the ideal environment.
Clothing
Finally, to complete the Factory look, Ducati Performance offers an entire technical collection created in collaboration with Drudi Performance. The offer consists of a complete Alpinestars jersey/pants/gloves/boots set, Arai helmet, wind vest, softshell and Spidi rain jacket.
2027 Ducati Desmo450 MX Factory – Totalmotorcycle.com Specifications and Technical Details
US MSRP Price: $13,995 USD
Canada MSRP Price: $ 16,995 CDN
Europe/UK MSRP Price: £ 13195 GBP (On The Road inc 20% Vat)
Type
Desmo450, single cylinder, Desmodromic timing system 4 valves DOHC, hydraulic tensioner, semi dry sump, liquid cooled
Displacement
27.4 cu in (449.6 cc)
Bore x Stroke
3.8 in x 2.4 in ( 96 mm x 62.1 mm)
Compression Ratio
13.5:1
Power
63,5 hp (46.7 kW) @ 9,400 rpm
Torque
39 lb ft (53.5 Nm, 5.5 kgm) @ 7,500 rpm
Fuel Injection
Keihin injector, Mikuni throttle body Ø 44 mm
Exhaust
Full titanium Akrapovič exhaust system with resonator
Gearbox
5 gears with Quick Shift only up
Primary drive
Straight cut gears; Ratio 2.45:1
Ratio
1=31/15, 2=30/18, 3=28/20, 4=26/22, 5=24/24
Final drive
RK MXU 520 chain with o-rings , Front sprocket Z13, Rear sprocket Z49
Clutch
Multiplate clutch with hydraulic control
Frame
Aluminum welded, with cast, forged and extruded parts
Front suspension
Showa upside down front fork Ø49 mm fully adjustable. Dark Kashima coating on outer tubes. TiO coating and Superfinishing on inner tubes
Front Wheel
Central spoked wheel, Takasago Excel rim 1.6” x 21”
Front Tire
Pirelli Scorpion MX32 Mid-Soft 80/100 R21
Rear suspension
Showa mono shock, fully adjustable. Dark Kashima coating on shock body. TiO coating and Superfinishing on piston rod
Rear Wheel
Central spoked wheel, Takasago Excel rim 2.15” x 19”
Rear Tire
Pirelli Scorpion MX32 Mid-Soft 110/90 R19
Wheel Travel (Front/Rear)
12.2 in / 11.9 in (310 mm / 301 mm)
Front Brake
Galfer Ø 260 mm single disc, Brembo 2-piston floating caliper
Rear Brake
Galfer Ø 240 mm single disc, Brembo 1-piston floating caliper
Instrumentation
Hourmeter
Wet weight no fuel
229 lb (104 kg)
Seat Height
970 mm (38.2 in)
Wheelbase
58.8 in (1,494 mm)
Rake
27.3°
Trail
4.6 in (118 mm)
Fuel Tank Capacity
1.9 US gal (7.2 l)
Number of Seats
1
Safety Equipment
Riding Modes, Ducati Traction Control (DTC), Engine Brake Control (EBC), Hourmeter, Ducati Fall Detection
Standard Equipment
Quick shift up, Lithium-ion battery, Quick adjustment buttons, Power Launch, Ergal machined triple clamp
Provided Equipment
Ducati Com-Link wi-fi module and X-Link App*, Holeshot device, Front disc guard, Skidplate
Warranty
Ducati Conventional Warranty: 3 months or 20 hours of use
Maintenance service intervals
Oil and oil filter service 15 hours Piston replacement 45-60 hours Valve clearance check 45-60 hours Main engine service 90-120 hours
Notes
*Please check with your dealer product availability
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