Ducati motorcycles: model overviews - history and models

The Complete Book of Ducati Motorcycles - Every Model Since 1946 (2nd Edition)

Ducati began as a maker of motorized bicycles for post-World War II Italy and has grown into Europe's top manufacturer of high-performance street bikes, consistently increasing its sales. Known for their sleek and fast sportbikes, Ducati is a name linked to speed.
This book traces Ducati's journey from the 1950s to today. Organized chronologically and with an encyclopedic approach, it features stunning photography and insights from Ducati expert Ian Falloon, offering a deep look at the design, power, and elegance of these remarkable motorcycles.
Covering Ducati's complete history up to 2022, the book presents iconic models such as the sporting singles of the 1950s and '60s, the pioneering Desmodromic 750 Super Sport, the legendary Mike Hailwood Replica, the powerful 916 Superbike, and the modern Scrambler and Panigale superbikes.

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Author:	Ian Falloon
Details:	280 pages, 31.5 x 26 x 3 cm / 12.4 x 10.25 x 1.18 in, hardback
Illustrations:	numerous b&w and colour photos
Publisher:	Motorbooks International (USA, 2022)
ISBN:	9780760373736

The Book of Ducati Overhead Camshaft Singles 1965-1974

When Fabio Taglioni designed the 100 cc Gran Sport Marianna in 1954, he likely did not foresee its lasting impact on Ducati's design.
Over the next 20 years, this single-cylinder engine evolved into many versions, with capacities up to 436cc. It was also the first production engine to use desmodromic valves.
This overhead camshaft single became one of the most influential designs in Ducati's history, featuring elements still used today.

Years of research have resulted in this book, the first to document all the types of Ducati overhead valve singles in detail, making this book an invaluable resource to the collector, restorer, and enthusiasts of these magnificent motorcycles.
Covered are all 100, 125, 160, 175, 200, 250, 350, 450 OHC singles from 1955-1974.

This book features:
- A full description of the model development
- Analysis of the singles by each Model Year
- All models covered, from 100 to 450 cc
- Unravels a myriad of different models and changes
- Complete Appendices of technical specifications.

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Author:	Ian Falloon
Details:	384 pages, 25 x 25 cm / 9.8 x 9.8 in, hardback
Illustrations:	1000 b&w and colour photos
Publisher:	Veloce Publishing Ltd (GB, 2015)
ISBN:	9781845845667

Motos Ducati - Tous les modèles depuis 1946

The history of Ducati motorcycles is like a fairy tale. Starting with the modest production of auxiliary engines for a war-torn Italy, the manufacturer from Bologna became the world's leading producer of sport and street motorcycles, with steadily growing sales.
Known for their speed, agility, and impressive acceleration, Ducati bikes have long been admired as symbols of velocity.
Ian Falloon is one of the most respected motorcycle historians.

Summary:

1. After the war, the Cucciolos and the single-cylinder rocker arms (1946-1954)
2. Taglioni at the handlebars of the Gran Sport and the single-cylinder overhead cam and rocker arms (1955-1960)
3. The mix of genres: ACT, single-cylinder rocker arms and two-strokes (1961-1970)
4. The first Ducati Superbike: the singles and the 750 twins (1971-1974)
5. Economic rationalization: The 860 900, parallel twins and the Pantah (1975-1984)
6. The Cagiva period: The Paso, 851 and 888 (1986-1993)
7. Avant-garde innovations: The 916 and the Monster (1994-2002)
8. Disorientation: The 999 and Sport Classic (2003-2006)
9. Grand Prix success: MotoGP, Desmosedici and 1098 (2007-2011)
10. A new life: Panigale, MotoGP Resurrection and the Scrambler (2012-2016).

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Author:	Ian Falloon
Details:	256 pages, 30.5 x 25 cm / 12 x 9.8 in, hardback
Illustrations:	400 b&w and colour photos
Publisher:	ETAI (F, 2017)
ISBN:	9791028301729