Friday, May 11, 2012

2012 Ducati Carbon Diavel Review

The ground-breaking Ducati is now available in four exciting versions. The standard Diavel, and the Ducati carbon diavel with a character-forming mix of aesthetic and performance components now stand alongside the brand new and stunning Diavel Cromo and the exclusive Diavel AMG Special Edition.

Machine finished forged aluminium Marceline wheels, reducing weight to 207 kg. Brake disc carriers in milled aluminium. Carbon fibre fairing and black accessories.

All these make the Ducati carbon diavel a magical meeting point of style and performance.
Diavel concept - The Diavel project was born when Ducati designers applied their wish-list of bike “basic instincts” to a blank canvas. Diavel design - The stance of the Diavel is that of readiness, dominance, and confidence bordering on superiority. The Diavel is a true Ducati, born from a passion for motorcycling and designed to deliver authentic Ducati performance in every respect.

The Ducati carbon diavel embodies the true nature of the Diavel concept, where performance combines with style to celebrate Italian engineering at its best.

Ducat’s Testastretta 11° harnesses the immense power of the Super bike engine and makes it smooth and adaptable, a massive step forward in balancing high-performance with an enjoyable ride. Ride-by-Wire - The Ride-by-Wire (RbW) system is an electronic interface between the Drivel’s twist grip and engine, which configures an ideal power response depending on the riding mode selected. Exhaust system - The massive 58mm (2.28in) section exhaust headers lead the 2-1-2 system through power-enhancing equal lengths that enable the Diavel’s efficient power delivery. The design combines form and function to enhance the muscular shape of the bike.

Power and Torque - With its 162hp and colossal 94lb-ft (127.5Nm) of torque, the Diavel Testastretta 11° engine is all about authentic Ducati Desmodromic performance. The increase in bottom-end torque is managed by Ducati’s Ride-by-Wire system to considerably enhance the Diavel’s effortless rid ability, while ensuring plenty of power remains on tap for high-rpm riding.

Marzocchi forks with fork sliders in super low-friction - The Diavel uses 50mm Marzocchi front forks with fork sliders black-finished in super low-friction diamond-like carbon (DLC). Fuel tank and air intakes - The Diavel’s 17l (4.5 gal US) fuel tank represents an integral part of the bike’s overall styling. While the focal point of the tank is the high resolution display panel, the steel tank skin and well-sculpted knee panels add a solid feel to the Diavel and a high tech composite look to the Ducati carbon diavel. Twin-level seat - The Diavel’s twin-level seat is wide, comfortable and beautifully shaped to fit the flowing lines of the machine and at 770mm (30.3in), has one of the lowest seat heights in the Ducati range. The seat also comes with a beautifully shaped and easily removable single seat cover, which is formed in carbon fibre on the Diavel Carbon.
For connoisseurs of technology, ABS, Ducati Traction Control and Ducati Riding Modes deliver a confidence-inspiring sophistication while stunning looks, 162hp and 207kg (456lb) of authentic Ducati performance drives a comfortable sport lifestyle that could only be dreamt of before.

The standard Diavel and the Ducati carbon diavel with a character-forming mix of aesthetic and performance components now stand alongside the brand new and stunning Diavel Cromo and the exclusive Diavel AMG Special Edition.

The Diavel is a true Ducati, born from a passion for motorcycling and designed to deliver authentic Ducati performance in every respect. The Diavel’s twin-level seat is wide, comfortable and beautifully shaped to fit the flowing lines of the machine and at 770mm (30.3in), has one of the lowest seat heights in the Ducati range. The seat also comes with a beautifully shaped and easily removable single seat cover, which is formed in carbon fibre on theDucati carbon diavel.

The headlamp gives the Diavel immediate Ducati identity and is supported by an aluminium outer body. Innovative number plate mount . The unique design uses mounts on the rear hub of the single sided swing arm to extend an elegant and Ducati signature Trellis framework around the 240 section rear tire, enabling a central mounting of the plate. Fuel tank and air Intakes

The Diavel work was foaled when Ducati designers applied their wish-list of bike "basic instincts" to a dummy cloth. Diavel designing - The attitude of the Diavel is that of readiness, ascendance, and certainty bordering on quality. Diavel Copy - The Diavel Copy embodies the even nature of the Diavel construct, where performance combines with name to celebrate European engineering at its superfine. Testastretta 11° - The Diavel disposition is the Ducati Testastretta 11° - formulated direct from the improbably compelling, world-beating canal engines of Ducati Cores.