Ducati Australia has announced a partnership with X Games and freestyle motocross athlete Corey Creed to coincide with the Australian arrival of its Desmo450 MX, marking the Italian manufacturer’s entry into the local motocross segment.
The Desmo450 MX features Ducati’s desmodromic valve system, which the company says delivers precise valve control, immediate throttle response and high-revving performance.
The motorcycle includes a lightweight chassis, advanced suspension package and race-focused ergonomics designed for competition and freestyle riding.
The bike’s electronics suite includes configurable riding modes, traction control strategies and multiple engine maps that allow riders to adjust the motorcycle’s character for different conditions and riding styles.
Creed, who has competed at multiple X Games events internationally, is known for his technical execution and quarter pipe progression in freestyle motocross.
The Desmo450 MX will make its first public Australian appearance with Creed at Summernats in Canberra this January. Motorcycles R Us is supporting the partnership as the dealer sponsor for the Desmo450 MX program.
“This motorcycle embodies our racing DNA, advanced engineering and relentless focus on performance,” said managing director of Ducati Australia and New Zealand Sergi Canovas. “Partnering with Corey Creed allows us to showcase the Desmo450 MX in an environment where innovation, skill and passion are pushed to the absolute limit.”
Creed said the Desmo450 MX’s power delivery, control and electronics provide confidence for pushing creative boundaries. “The Desmo450 MX is unlike anything I’ve ridden before,” he said. “Partnering with Ducati for my X Games competition and freestyle events and activities is an incredible opportunity, and I’m excited to show global fans what this machine is capable of.”
The Ducati Desmo450 MX is priced from $16,300 in Australia.
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