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Ducati closed 2025 with 50,895 motorcycles delivered worldwide(-7 %). Limited availability of the Monster, Hypermotard, and DesertX, linked to the process of complying with the European Euro 5 + emissions regulations held unit sales back. In terms of volumes, Italy continues to be Ducati ' s leading market, with a total of 8,803 motorcycles delivered(-8 %). The United States ranks second with 7,268 units(+ 4 %), followed by Germany, the third market with 5,759 motorcycles delivered(-12 %). Among the European markets Spain saw a + 15 % increase, along with Austria + 14 %. Japan posted a double-digit increase of + 11 %. In China, Ducati closed the year with a 31 % decline compared to 2024, continuing a negative trend after a 26 % decline in the previous year. The Multistrada, in all its versions, remained the most popular motorcycle family among Ducatisti enthusiasts in 2025, with 13,873 units delivered globally. The Panigale family followed, with 10,606 motorcycles delivered, while the Scrambler family recorded 5,814 units.
Yamaha Motor has announced plans to construct two new buildings at IWATA, Shizuoka Prefecture, Japan headquarters campus.
Barcelona based Stark Future- " the world ' s fastest-growing motorcycle company "- has announced a strategic partnership with global battery leader EVE Energy to bring a new Starkdeveloped, purpose-built cell format into mass production for the next generation of high-performance electric motorcycles.
FERODO- TM Boano and Pata Maxus Yamaha WorldSBK
FERODO is to continue as a technical sponsor of two premier racing programs in 2026- the TM Boano Factory Team in enduro and the Pata Maxus Yamaha WorldSBK Official Team- " a clear statement of our commitment to excellence across multiple disciplines of elite motorcycle racing," said FERODO Sales Director John Davies. " In enduro, TM Boano delivered an exceptional campaign in 2025. Zach Pichon claimed the Overall Title in the Assoluti d ' Italia Enduro Championship and secured third place in the FIM EnduroGP World Championship. " Alberto Elgari dominated the 125 cc class with a perfect season of victories, while Manuel Verzeroli impressed in the Junior ranks. Blending proven experience with emerging talent- and backed by TM machinery and FERODO ' s braking performance- the team reinforced its position at the forefront of the enduro scene. " On the WorldSBK stage, Yamaha has further strengthened its factory effort with the arrival of Xavi Vierge as a new rider alongside Andrea Locatelli. The updated line-up injects fresh energy and experience into the Pata Maxus Yamaha WorldSBK Of ficial Team, underlining Yamaha ' s ambition to be a consistent challenger for podiums and race wins. " FERODO ' s high-performance braking expertise remains a decisive factor in extracting peak performance, from a demanding
terrain to high-speed intensity." www. ferodoracing. com