Honda and Yamaha lead in sales. Harley-Davidson and BMW are most satisfied with their bikes. Kawasaki and Yamaha excel in performance and track racing. Suzuki offers most affordable Japanese motorcycles
Ducati Corse is the racing division of Ducati Motor Holding S.p.A. based in Bologna. The company employs over 100 people, comprising 10% of the workforce. It operates in MotoGP, Superbike, Supersport, and national championships
Launched in 2010 with Testastretta 11° engine and throttle by wire. Available in base, S-Sport and S-Touring equipment levels. Won Pikes Peak International Hill Climb three consecutive years. First motorcycle sub-10 minute time achieved in 2012
Born in 1984, started riding at age three. Won Madrid Minimoto Championship three consecutive years. Achieved first podium in 1997 50cc Aprilia Cup
Introduced in 2018 with 1,103cc desmodromic V4 engine. Features counter-rotating crankshaft and 24,000km service intervals. Engine surrounded by conventional aluminum perimeter frame. Weight 4.5kg heavier than 1299 with 10mm higher foot pegs
Founded in 1988 as modified production sports motorcycles racing series. Consists of two full-length races plus 10-lap Superpole race since 2019. Three annual championships: riders, manufacturers, and Teams (2024). Europe is traditional center, with races held in multiple countries