Ducati expands motocross lineup with Desmo250 MX

Ducati has introduced the Desmo250 MX, a new competition-focused motocross motorcycle. The model features a 44.5 hp single-cylinder desmodromic engine capable of reaching 15,000 rpm.

Developed through racing experience with Alessandro Lupino in the Italian Prestige MX2 championship, the bike utilizes an aluminum perimeter frame and swingarm derived from the Desmo450 MX, with adjusted rigidity for the 250cc class. Technical specifications include Showa suspension, Brembo braking components, and a five-speed gearbox equipped with a quickshifter and hydraulic clutch.

The Desmo250 MX is designed strictly for competition, with a declared weight of 103 kg without fuel. It includes adjustable electronics such as customizable engine maps, two-level engine braking regulation, and three levels of Launch Control.