First Ride: 2009 Ducati 1098R Bayliss Replica LE

This limited edition from Ducati was not even expected to break cover, but it did! This is, in fact, the 1098R and not based on the new 1198 model line. Ducati has finally made a race replica from a real homologation special. This machine puts out over 160 hp and 87 ft/lb of torque from a true 1199c.c. engine and has Ducati's latest traction control and ECU. It is pretty, but there is still something missing...maybe true street comfort?

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