Ducati launches its latest, unique and exclusive XDaviel Nera edition in partnership with Poltrona Frau.
Made in in partnership with Poltrona Frau, this incredible XDaviel Nera motorcycle has launched in Italy by Ducati. It has been produced as a limited and exclusive edition of the brand’s Sport Cruiser.
The XDiavel Nera is characterized by an elegant “Black on Black” livery and by a special customizable saddle made of Pelle Frau®.
“The XDiavel Nera project was born from the encounter between two Italian excellences. Ducati and Poltrona Frau are two brands with a unique history, they share a passion for beauty and well-made objects, they are strongly Italian and make craftsmanship a distinctive element, always supporting it with sophisticated technological solutions and the use of high-quality materials. The XDiavel Nera perfectly summarizes the values that unite Ducati and Poltrona Frau. It is a unique motorcycle with an unmistakable identity, a splendid expression of the excellence of Made in Italy,” said Andrea Ferraresi, Director of the Centro Stile Ducati.
As part of the customization, it can be equipped in five different colors (Siam Red, Steel Blue, Cemento, India and Selva). In addition, it has got a series of “X” engraved through a laser process, in reference to the name of the bike.
Moreover, it is its ‘Black on Black’ painting, with parts in metallic black and others in matte black. Some details are painted red, the colour of Ducati, such as the brake calipers and the engine head covers. Forged and machined wheels are painted metallic black.
Finally, the customer can purchase a dedicated jet helmet along with the XDiavel Nera, in the same colours as the motorcycle.
“There is great satisfaction for the work done together with Ducati on the XDiavel Nera. We are proud to be part of this 100% Italian project that has fascinated us from the very beginning and has given us the opportunity to once again demonstrate our know-how and our ability to design in co-design projects by combining innovation and craftsmanship.” Said Giovanni Maiolo, Poltrona Frau Interiors in Motion Business Unit Director.
The Ducati XDaviel Nera has got the Testastretta DVT 1262 engine, that is, 2-cylinder in ‘V’ configuration and 1262 cm³ with liquid cooling, capable of generating up to 160 HP of maximum power at 9,500 rpm and 127 Nm (13.0 kgfm) of torque at 5,000 rpm.
It works together with a 6-speed gearbox and belt final drive, which ensures smooth delivery at low revs and a full turn up to the highest revs. In addition, the XDaviel Nora is equipped with a 240mm wide rear tire, Cornering ABS brake system, M50 Brembo monoblock brake calipers, two 320mm discs at the front and a single 265mm disc at the rear.
Finally, the model features Full-LED lighting with DRL daytime running light system, two-level color TFT digital panel, Ducati Traction Control (DTC), Riding Modes, Cruise Control and Ducati Power Launch (DPL).
Anyway, Ducati has recently informed that the XDaviel Nora can now be ordered with the seat in your preferred colour, and will be available at Ducati dealerships from March 2022. The price for the UK is £25,895.
