Smaller Ducati Hypermotard to be unveiled next week (MCN)

Ducati News · 18 Sep 09, 02:40 PM

Source: Motorcycle News

Ducati won't officially talk about the details of the bike other than to confirm we will be seeing a new model of some sort next week. ...

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Dan · 19 Sep 09, 04:59 PM

Well this is absolutely no surprise is it.

However in my personal view it's a shame they should dilute such an iconic Ducati, although I appreciate market share and profits have to take center stage in business.

One more avenue in which to entice new Ducatisti is no doubt the objective.

Rudolph Hart · 19 Sep 09, 05:19 PM

Shall we try to guess how much Ducati will ask for the 696 Hypermotard?

If they keep the price close to £6,000 they may have a strong seller.
Having said that my guess is around £6,500 to £7,000.

£7,500 to £8,000 if there is a version with Ohlins & carbon fibre.

marklestrange · 20 Sep 09, 02:52 PM

I want a single, 350 - 500cc super-light, tight circuit racer, not a diminished hyper :-(

Surely with Ducati heritage this would suit entry riders and old codgers like me alike.... mutter ..mutter . mutter

moonster · 20 Sep 09, 02:56 PM

Hope it looks the part,the mock up photo shot ive seen with 696 swinging arm and lowered seat didnt look that great! If its to sell at around £7000 it still need to be a good looker and handle well or could be a flop,i hope not,a bike of this type and price could be a winner,but it needs to be good.