TL;DR
Ducati has launched its inaugural motocross motorcycle, the Desmo450 MX, in India for ₹17.24 lakh, bringing high-performance off-road technology to the country's niche racing segment.
Ducati has officially launched its first-ever motocross motorcycle in India, the Ducati Desmo450 MX, priced at ₹17.24 lakh (ex-showroom). This introduction brings race-bred technology and Ducati's signature Desmodromic engineering to India's specialized off-road racing segment.
Designed primarily for competitive off-road use, the Desmo450 MX is equipped with a 450cc single-cylinder engine that delivers 63.5 PS and 53.5 Nm of torque, all while maintaining a low kerb weight (without fuel) of just 104.8 kg. Unlike other Ducati models, this bike is specifically aimed at serious racers and off-road enthusiasts. Due to its niche positioning and premium hardware, the Desmo450 MX is expected to be sold in limited numbers in India.
