October 27, 2003
Tokyo, Japan - Federico Minoli, President of Ducati Motor Holding, presented the company's three concept bikes to the press at the opening of this year's Tokyo Motorshow.
While all three machines embody the same essential concept, timeless Ducati design linked with high performance, the individual designs, named Smart 1000, GT 1000 and Sport 1000 offer three particular expressions of Ducati heritage while utilizing the latest and most innovative Ducati technologies.
The Smart 1000 is inspired by the 750 Imola on which Paul Smart rode to victory in the historic 200 Miles of Imola in 1972. The Smart 1000 bike brings the spirit of its predecessor back to life with levels of performance able that surpass the expectations of today's most demanding two-wheel enthusiasts.
The GT 1000 is a sport bike eminently suitable for everyday use, striking a perfect balance between the comfort of a two-seater and the performance of a two-cylinder Desmo. Tradition and stylish elegance are merged seamlessly in this machine, made even more interesting by high-spec components and by the handling and safety typical of present-day Ducati motorcycles.
The Sport 1000 is a gutsy "CafÇ Racer". Ducati through-and-through, with a coat of bold Ducati yellow paint, the Sport delivers timeless good looks and excitement that fans and enthusiasts expect of all Ducati sport bikes.
All three bikes are equipped with the Desmo 1000 DS engine and cut a stylish figure with the unmistakable tubular trestle frame, characteristic of models made in Borgo Panigale.