
|  SUPERBIKE CONCORSO ONLINE ROUND WINNERS ANNOUNCED
The online round of the Ducati Superbike Concorso, in which Superbike owners from around the country competed for a once-in-a-lifetime trip to Italy and ultimate bragging rights, reached its conclusion at the beginning of this week.
33 bikes competed in the online showdown and ranged from a 1973 750 GT to multiple entries of today's Superbike class defining 1098. The field was highly competitive and ran the gamut—even including two examples of the legendary Supermono.
Demonstrating the ever-growing popularity and level of competition in the second year of the Superbike Concorso, this year's online round saw more entries, better photography and an onslaught of votes for the People's Choice—with roughly 1000 votes in the first week alone.
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2007 Bimota Tesi 2D
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The Bimota Tesi project evolved from the graduation work of two mechanical engineering students who, in the beginning of the 1980’s, designed and developed a bike utilizing a swing-arm as the front section. For the name of their motorcycle they choose "TESI", the Italian word for "thesis", as the design, which replaces the conventionally used hydraulic fork in the front, was part of their university thesis. Bimota decided to commit major resources to the refinement of this project. Further technical development led to the decision for a limited production of the TESI 2D. This project has been driven by Bimota's desire to continue the evolution of an exceptional motorcycle, distinctive for the functional and technical aspects of its design, which are unique in the world. The TESI is an extremely light motorcycle, characterized by an enormously easy drivability, a revolutionary and exclusive style, and the integration of components at the forefront of technology. The extraordinary Bimota Tesi 2D is the culmination of this sophisticated project, offering an amazing combination of attributes; an incredibly light machine built using the best quality high-tech components, with a revolutionary style that delivers easy handling and unique riding experience.
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Bimota |
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2007 |
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Tesi 2D |
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Ducati, L-twin cylinder, 2 valves per cylinder, Desmodromic, air-cooled |
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| Displacement |
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992 cc |
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94 x 71.5 mm |
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10.5:1 |
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| Fuel System |
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Electronic fuel injection, 45 mm throttle body |
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| Clutch |
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Dry, multi-plate with hydraulic control |
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| Exhaust |
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Aluminum muffler with catalytic converter |
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341 lbs. (149 kg) includes battery, lubricants and cooling liquid (where applicable) |
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| Frame |
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Omega machined aluminum alloy |
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54.1 in. (1,375 mm) |
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3.4 gal., 0.8 gal. reserve (13 l, 3 l reserve) |
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| Seat Height |
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32.7 in. (830 mm) |
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6-speed |
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Chain, front sprocket 15, rear sprocket 38 |
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Front: Progressive linkage with fully adj. double system monoshock; travel 4.7 in. (120 mm) Rear: Direct linkage with fully adj. double system monoshock; travel 4.7 in. (120 mm) |
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Front: 2 x 320 mm semi-floating discs, 4-piston calipers - Brembo Rear: 220 mm disc, 2-piston caliper |
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Front: 120/70ZR17 Rear: 180/55ZR17 |
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Fully adjustable |
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| Insurance |
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Photos may show optional equipment
*Price, if shown, is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) and does not include government fees, taxes, dealer freight/preparation, dealer document preparation charges or any finance charges (if applicable). MSRP and/or final actual sales price will vary depending on options or accessories selected. |
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|  Just in time for the summer riding season, Ducati North America and GE Money are launching a special financing program for some of Ducatis best selling motorcycles.
For those who are dreaming of a new Ducati, this program offers low interest rates and extended terms to make some of the most desirable Ducatis more accessible. This promotion will run from May 1 through July 31, 2008 at participating Ducati dealers.
The three models eligible for the program are:
2008 Hypermotard 1100
2008 Hypermotard 1100 S
2008 1098 Superbike
Ducati customers can take advantage of rates as low as 1.99% for 36 months or low payments. Some payment examples include:
The Hypermotard for as low as $199 a month for 72 months
The 1098 Superbike for as low as $269 a month for 72 months
Customers can also take advantage of this offer by rolling Accessories, Apparel and the Ducati Everred Protection Program into the special financing. This allows customers to ride their new bikes with personalized style from the Ducati Performance range.
Rather than limiting the program only to those with flawless credit, Ducati is offering the financing to those in several tiers of eligibility. This opens up the program to Ducatisti who in the past could not easily finance a Ducati.
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