Ducati Desmo450 MX to make first public appearance...

Desmo450 MX reveal at Manjimup 15,000

Ducati’s extremely anticipated Desmo450 MX will make its first public look in Australia on the prestigious Manjimup 15,000 motocross occasion on Sunday, 1 June 2025.

A specifically air-freighted unit of the Desmo450 MX can be introduced by Ducati Perth, giving Australian motocross followers a uncommon probability to see Ducati’s revolutionary, race-ready manufacturing mannequin up shut. This look marks the model’s official entry into the motocross phase and showcases a brand new chapter in off-road engineering from the Bologna-based producer.

The Desmo450 MX options hallmark Ducati design cues, most notably an 11-piece aluminium perimeter body weighing in at below 9 kilograms. Developed in partnership with Ducati Corse, the bike integrates Desmodromic valve timing—a signature of Ducati’s high-performance ethos—into the motocross world for the primary time.

Superior electronics additionally set the Desmo450 MX aside. Riders will profit from a bespoke traction management system and customisable driving modes, which could be managed by way of the elective Ducati X-Hyperlink app.

Its debut on the Manjimup 15,000, a globally revered occasion that has featured on the Australian motocross calendar since 1980, highlights the importance of this launch. Set towards the demanding 2.1-kilometre Cosy Creek MX Circuit, famend for its flowing jumps and difficult sandy terrain, the occasion commonly attracts Australia’s high motocross athletes and elite worldwide opponents.

Sergi Canovas
Managing Director of Ducati Australia and New Zealand

“The arrival of the Desmo450 MX marks a significant new chapter for Ducati in Australia. Witnessing the bike firsthand, one can instantly respect the eagerness and race-bred philosophy behind its growth. Debuting the Desmo450 MX at an occasion as iconic because the Manjimup 15,000 is a fitting tribute to each the motorbike and the motocross neighborhood. We’re proud to share this second with Australian followers.”

The Ducati Desmo450 MX is now accessible for order by chosen Ducati dealerships. Deliveries are scheduled to begin within the second half of 2025, with a beneficial retail value of $16,300 AUD.