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race in the California desert in the 1960s , and the latest Classic , which evokes the timeless classic charm of the legendary Bullets . The historic Italian brands of the Piaggio group , Moto Guzzi and Aprilia , were somewhat disappointing due to a lack of new offerings .
Moto Guzzi presented a limited edition Stelvio Duecento Tributo , while Aprilia showcased the Tuareg Rally , capitalizing on its victory in the latest Africa Eco Race . Ducati , on the other hand , introduced significant innovations , not just with updates to its V4S models or the single-cylinder motocross project , but with a groundbreaking new 890cc , 90 ° V-twin engine featuring variable intake camshaft timing . This Euro 5 + compliant engine delivers 120 hp and is up to 9 kg lighter than the previous Superquadro , and about 5.8 kg lighter than the iconic 937cc Testastretta 11 ° Evolution , currently powering the Monster , Hypermotard , Supersport , and Multistrada V . What makes this engine truly groundbreaking , however , is not just its performance but the fact that it abandons one of the defining features of Borgo Panigale engines : the desmodromic valve system , which has captivated enthusiasts since the 1970s , in favor of a more traditional spring-loaded valve system with finger followers .
To be honest , there weren ' t many new things to report from KTM either , except for an intriguing 390 Adventure R presented at their stand . This agile and graceful bike is not just a simple variant of the existing model but a completely new proposal , more oriented towards off-road riding thanks to a redesigned chassis and an engine inherited from the latest Duke 390 , delivering around 45 hp . Hopefully , this will also be a sign of a new resurgence for Mattighofen after the economic and financial difficulties it has faced .
Style , cubic centimeters , 21 " or 19 " wheels , crossovers , Dakar , attendance - all numbers that indicate a growing trend . But it ' s passion that drives tens of thousands of people like us to be there , at 8 am in front of the gates of the Milan Fair on Thursday , November 7th , with our dreams .
Ready , set , go ! Let the show begin . CZ & ES
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