{"product_id":"2027-ducati-desmo-450-mx-factory","title":"2026 Ducati Desmo 450 MX Factory","description":"\u003ch1 class=\"title\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eNew Desmo450 MX Factory\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"title\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eBorn to race.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"subtitle\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eThe Desmo450 MX Factory is pure competition. This bike was born ready, with even more high-performance suspension, an Akrapovič racing exhaust, sophisticated electronics, and desmodromic timing. Lighter, faster, and with everything a rider needs to take to the start gate. For the U.S. market, each Desmo450 MX Factory will be delivered with a custom, personalized Factory bike stand and a numbered engine cover individually marked with its production number, as this model year will be a limited run of 400 units.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"subtitle\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"title\"\u003eDeveloped on the racetrack, in line with the Ducati philosophy.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"text\"\u003eThe Desmo450 MX Factory is born from a desire to expand and engage new fans. Conceived in 2021, it fully embodies the Ducati development philosophy of testing and honing on the racetrack solutions that are then transferred to the production bikes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"subtitle\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"title\"\u003eMaximum performance, zero compromise.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"subtitle\"\u003eA 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.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"subtitle\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0727\/5547\/8562\/files\/Beauty_1_e6d4ab64-0891-4b9a-8295-f6b7fb5ef74d.jpg?v=1790612096\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"subtitle\"\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"tooltip__divider\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"title\"\u003eShowa suspension with Dark Kashima and TiO coating\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"content\"\u003eThe Desmo450 MX Factory adopts lightweight, high-performance Showa suspension, designed to ensure race-level reliability and efficiency. At the front is a 49 mm fork, adjustable in compression and rebound, complete with Dark Kashima coating for performance closer to that of the factory bikes. At the rear, a shock with progressive linkage, adjustable in compression. The fork and shock stanchions are TiO coated, increasing surface hardness by 60% and reducing friction by 10%, while also heightening the resistance to chips and abrasions caused by sand and debris.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"tooltip__divider\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"subtitle\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"title\"\u003eAkrapovič full titanium exhaust\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"content\"\u003eThe Akrapovič exhaust is full titanium and allows for a weight saving of 3.7 lbs. (1.7 kg), helping to limit the bike’s overall weight to just 229 lbs. (104 kg). In combination with dedicated engine mapping, this gives the engine a broader torque curve and greater top-end performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"tooltip__divider\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"title\"\u003eSteering plates in billet Ergal\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"content\"\u003eThe Desmo450 MX Factory flaunts extremely high-quality components, including billet Ergal steering plates that offer greater stiffness and ensure a weight reduction of roughly half a pound (200 grams).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"tooltip__divider\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"content\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0727\/5547\/8562\/files\/Beauty_2_07540245-a10a-44e3-824b-16b67f746e40.jpg?v=1790612189\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"tooltip__divider\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"title\"\u003eRace components\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"content\"\u003eThe Desmo450 MX Factory integrates components developed for racing, such as the Holeshot device that guarantees greater stability and increased acceleration. Its equipment is rounded out with a disc protector and engine guard plate, designed to protect the braking system and engine from mud, stones and debris during off-road riding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"tooltip__divider\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"title\"\u003eDucati Com-Link Wi-Fi module\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"content\"\u003eThe Ducati Com-Link Wi-Fi module allows the rider to use the Ducati X-Link app to customize their Desmo450 MX Factory and monitor it in a fast and intuitive way. The rider can use the app to configure the two riding modes, adjusting throttle response, engine brake, Ducati traction control, and launch control. Ducati X-Link also acquires data such as engine speed, throttle position, atmospheric temperature, and pressure, as well as providing suggestions for the best suspension setup based on a rider’s weight and experience level and the type of terrain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"tooltip__divider\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"title\"\u003eStrong, lightweight aluminum frame\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"content\"\u003eThe Desmo450 MX Factory flaunts a lightweight aluminum frame that comprises just 11 elements, minimizing the number of weld joints. The result is a frame that weighs just 19.75 lbs. (8.96 kg), achieved by combining cast, forged, and extruded components with the utmost Ducati engineering precision.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"tooltip__divider\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"title\"\u003eHigh-performance Desmo450 single-cylinder engine\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"content\"\u003eThe entire bike is designed around its beating heart: a 450 single-cylinder engine with desmodromic timing, which boasts maximum power of 63.5 hp at 9,400 rpm and maximum torque of 39.5 lb-ft @ 7,500 rpm. The rev limiter is set at 11,900 rpm, with such high engine speeds allowing for less gear shifting. This means the rider can get away quicker and increase their chance of a holeshot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"tooltip__divider\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"title\"\u003eBrembo\/Galfer braking system\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"content\"\u003eThe Desmo450 MX Factory is equipped with a high-quality braking system, its calipers and master cylinder supplied by historic Ducati partner, Brembo. At the front is a two-piston floating caliper, while the rear comprises a single-piston floating caliper to ensure power and modulability in every situation. Galfer discs, 260 mm at the front and 240 mm at the rear, ensure precise braking and contribute to improving the overall handling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"tooltip__divider\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"content\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0727\/5547\/8562\/files\/Beauty_3_b63245b0-5bf1-4681-8996-09ee857e251e.jpg?v=1790612311\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"content\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eTech Specs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"100%\" style=\"width: 100%;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 42.1803%;\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDisplacement\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 57.462%;\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e27.4 cu in (449.6 cc)\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 42.1803%;\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePower\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 57.462%;\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan\u003e63.5 hp (46.7 kW) @ 9,400 rpm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 42.1803%;\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTorque\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 57.462%;\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan\u003e39 lb ft (53.5 Nm, 5.5 kgm) @ 7,500 rpm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 42.1803%;\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWet weight no fuel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 57.462%;\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan\u003e229 lb (104 kg)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 42.1803%;\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeat Height\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 57.462%;\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan\u003e970 mm (38.2 in)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 42.1803%;\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaintenance service intervals\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 57.462%;\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOil and oil filter service 15 hours Piston replacement 45-60 hours Valve clearance check 45-60 hours Main engine service 90-120 hours\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0727\/5547\/8562\/files\/Graph_8e8106e5-4f8e-468f-991d-7102c576b4ca.jpg?v=1790612435\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYour out-the-door price will be the listed MSRP plus freight from Italy:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e$14,790 - \"Ducati Corse\" Livery\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eONLY at Kaplan Cycles, you can enjoy Zero Surprise Document Fees.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFINANCING IS AVAILABLE!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWHITE-GLOVE DELIVERY IS AVAILABLE!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCall Ken Jr 860-471-0192.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Ducati","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50778879361058,"sku":null,"price":13995.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0727\/5547\/8562\/files\/1_90af9356-48a7-433c-a996-2c6613e1cde1.webp?v=1790611843","url":"https:\/\/kaplancycles.com\/products\/2027-ducati-desmo-450-mx-factory","provider":"Kaplan Cycles LLC ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}