GT 1000 Touring

GT 1000 Touring

Based on the GT 1000 in black with a white stripe, the new Touring version has its classic looks accentuated by chrome front and rear fenders, a protective screen and a chrome luggage rack. Sophisticated and practical, the GT 1000 Touring is the ideal bike for those who want to travel in classic and comfortable Ducati style.

The GT 1000 Touring is perfect for longer journeys as well as for every day use. Its balance of two-up comfort and the performance of the L-Twin engine are complemented by the practical touring screen, which offers protection for both rider and passenger.

High handlebars ensure a comfortable and reassuring riding position and the seat is wide and perfect for long journeys, either solo or with a passenger. Both the rider and passenger footpeg positions are designed to ensure a relaxed ride with maximum comfort. The top hoop of the chromed rack also offers your passenger a comfortable grab-rail.

The SportClassics - engineered for performance

The GT and Sport are both powered by the outstanding Desmo 1000 Dual Spark engine. The torquey air-cooled 90º L-Twin is the perfect match to power bikes with a sporting soul. The cylinders, with their traditional cooling fins and classic 'L' configuration, are direct descendents of the original Taglioni design. Slim and exposed for all to see, the latest 2 valve Desmo system, fuel-injection and computer controlled engine management ensure that the 1000 Dual Spark engine is powerful, dependable and thrilling to ride.

The SportClassic design takes advantage of the beauty of the signature Ducati tubular Trellis frame. The renowned strength and rigidity of the ALS 450 tubing has been further improved with complex triangulation and using the engine as a 'stressed member.'

The beauty of wire-spoke wheels grace Ducati road bikes once again. Starting with an alloy hub, the wheels use 36 chromed stainless steel spokes. 17” alloy Excel rims, famous in racing circles for their lightweight performance and durability, are used on the Sport 1000 S, while the GT 1000 is fitted with classic 17” chrome rims. Mounted to the rims are modern interpretations of classic sport tyres, replicating the original patterns, but with modern radial construction techniques and rubber compounds.

The alloy hubs mount dual 320mm brake discs up front and a 245mm disc in the rear, both using lightweight black Brembo floating calipers to provide extra stopping power. Braking performance is further enhanced by classic black, steel-braided brake lines.