2011 Ducati Multistrada on 2040-motos

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Looking after number 1

There was a time when a rider’s number indicated his position from the previous season, with the ultimate accolade being the number 1 emblazoned on the front of the champion's bike. The rise of branding in MotoGP and a rider wanting to market themselves, born from Barry Sheene and his retention of no.7, saw riders decide against displaying their finish from the year before. Rossi, who on winning his numerous championships, stuck with his famous #46 in defence of his titles, instead of stamping a great number 1 on his bikes.

"It's up for auction but I want £48,500, no offers"

THIS 142-MILE BEAUTY'S up for auction on eBay right now, with the bidding standing at £20,000. The road-going MotoGP replica comes with additional extras including: a full factory Termignoni hand made Titanium System with carbon undertray, rear seat cowl and dECU upgrade (rear exit and side exit pipes), factory Ducati carbon hugger, Ducati Double Race Screen, factory fitted Digital Quickshifter, factory race quick release fuel cap and comes with a two-year warranty. The owner has a Ducati-related number plate which can be negotiated into the deal.

Milan Show: Cute little Ducati

Amongst the grand new models at the Milan show is this adorable Ducati Cucciolo, or as translated, Ducati Little Puppy. The Little Puppy was born out of a project for a small 48cc pushrod clip-on engine to be added to bicycles. The name Cucciolo is derived from the yapping note from the stubby exhaust.