EICMA 2026: Ducati showcases five new motorcycles, including the updated Diavel V4 and DesertX Rally

Ducati has arrived at EICMA 2026 with a massive lineup of bikes, including the Diavel V4 and DesertX Rally, which have been updated for 2027, and the Panigale V4 SP, Panigale V2 SP and Streetfighter V4 SP, which have received some special treatment. Ducati also previewed the Desmo250 EDS.

2027 Ducati DesertX Rally

The 2027 refresh for the DesertX Rally brings a new monocoque frame, a full floater rear suspension and is powered by an 890cc V2 engine that produces 108bhp and 92Nm. Ducati claims that the torque delivery is concentrated at low to mid rev ranges. The bike rides on 21-inch wheels at the front and 18-inch wheels at the rear, with both of them being spoked. Suspension duties are handled by a 48mm long-travel KYB closed cartridge fork at the front and a fully adjustable monoshock at the rear.

2027 Ducati Diavel V4

The refreshed Diavel V4 gets a sportier design inspired by the Diavel V4 RS, along with new air intakes, a redesigned single-seat tail section and new wheels. The Diavel V4 also receives an S variant, which gets semi-active electronic suspension from Öhlins, a lithium-ion battery, heated grips and dedicated alloy wheel finishes.

The 1,158cc V4 Granturismo engine pushes 165bhp and 126Nm, although Ducati claims it has improved the throttle response at low and medium revs. The bike also gets Ducati Quick Shift 2.0 and a 6.9-inch TFT display with smartphone connectivity.

This model year also gets Ducati Factory Made customisation for the model, allowing buyers to choose exclusive colours and components right from the factory. It also gets a Black edition with a blacked-out colour scheme with red accents.

2027 Ducati Panigale V4 SP

Based on the standard Panigale V4, gets revised aerodynamics, including larger wings and sidepods, carbon fibre wheels, an STM EVO-SBK dry clutch and a racing gearbox, alongside Ohlins Smart EC 3.0 electronic suspension.

2027 Panigale V2 SP

It has been developed by Ducati as a homologation model by Ducati for competing in the World Supersport Championship in 2027 and it gets forged wheels, a longer swingarm, dry clutch and Öhlins suspension.

2027 Streetfighter V4 SP

Based on the Streetfighter V4 SP, it gets carbon fibre wheels, an STM EVO-SBK dry clutch, electric suspension from Öhlins, and a master cylinder with remote adjustment from Brembo.

Ducati Desmo250 EDS

Ducati has also showcased the Desmo250 EDS, which follows the Desmo450 EDS, which was showcased at EICMA last year. The bike is expected to reach European dealerships in 2027, with technical details to be revealed before the launch. However, it is not confirmed whether the bike will land on Indian shores.