Australian Road Rider — Bike Guide 2017

56 Australian Road Rider Bike Guide

Cruisers

The bold lines and innovative shapes of the Diavel Dark merge to create a superb, unmistakable

design capable of turning every head. The unique character of the powerful 162hp Testastretta 11°

Dual Spark engine, ensuring muscular torque, combines with the athletic ease of a chassis built to

provide riding pleasure beyond all expectations.

If you want to feel one with the road, throw a leg over the H-D SuperLow. You’ll feel the confi dence

that comes from its low seat, well-balanced stance and low centre of gravity. The handling is easy

and you’ve got the comfort to go all day. Just dial in the adjustable suspension and unleash the

torque of the 883 Evolution engine. Nothing puts you closer to the pavement.

DUCATI DIAVEL DARK $24,990

DUCATI DIAVEL CARBON $30,490

Engine: Testastretta 11° L-Twin, 4

Desmodromically actuated valves per cylinder,

liquid cooled

Displacement: 1262cc

Power/Torque: 114.7kW @

9500rpm/128.9Nm @ 5000rpm

Transmission: 6-speed, multi-plate wet clutch,

belt fi nal drive

Tyres: F: 120/70ZR17 R: 240/45ZR17

Seat height: 755mm

Kerb weight: 220kg (dry)

Fuel capacity: 18L

Warranty/Service interval: 2 years, unlimited

km/15,000km

SPECIFICATIONS

VERDICT: DEVILISH

Engine: Air-cooled, Evolution

Displacement: 883cc

Power/Torque: NA/71Nm @ 3500rpm

Transmission: 5-speed, multi-plate wet clutch,

belt fi nal drive

Tyres: F: 120/70ZR18 R: 150/60ZR17

Seat height: 705mm

Kerb weight: 258kg (wet)

Fuel capacity: 17L

Warranty/Service interval: 2 years, unlimited

km/8000km

SPECIFICATIONS

VERDICT: EASY HANDLING

Engine: Testastretta 11° L-Twin, 4

Desmodromically actuated valves per cylinder,

liquid cooled

Displacement: 1198.4cc

Power/Torque: 119kW @ 9250rpm/ 130.5Nm

@ 8,000rpm

Transmission: 6-speed, multi-plate wet clutch,

chain fi nal drive

Tyres: F: 120/70ZR17 R: 240/45ZR17

Seat height: 770mm

Kerb weight: 210kg (dry)

Fuel capacity: 17L

Warranty/Service interval: 2 years, unlimited

km/15,000km

SPECIFICATIONS

VERDICT: DON’T BE AFRAID OF THE DARK

Engine: Testastretta 11° L-Twin, 4

Desmodromically actuated valves per cylinder,

liquid cooled

Displacement: 1198.4cc

Power/Torque: 119kW @ 9250rpm/ 130.5Nm

@ 8,000rpm

Transmission: 6-speed, multi-plate wet clutch,

chain fi nal drive

Tyres: F: 120/70ZR17 R: 240/45ZR17

Seat height: 770mm

Kerb weight: 205kg (dry)

Fuel capacity: 17L

Warranty/Service interval: 2 years, unlimited

km/15,000km

SPECIFICATIONS

VERDICT: LIGHT DIAVEL

Dauntless, irreverent, unheard of — the new XDiavel breaches the world of cruisers with Ducati values,

merging concepts that apparently stand worlds apart. Travelling and relaxing to the comfort of forward

controls combines with the performance and handling of a real Ducati. The new Ducati Testastretta

DVT 1262 engine reconciles the two different personalities of the XDiavel, ensuring superbike muscle

and a fl at torque curve from the low-rev range upwards.

The Diavel Carbon in its new, exclusive livery boasts ultralight elements to enhance its distinctive

style. Sophisticated details in carbon fi bre and premium componentry elevate the refi ned side of its

self-confi dent personality. Forged Marchesini wheels round off its sporting temperament and slick

Zircotec-coated exhaust pipes add to the motorcycle’s commanding looks.

DUCATI XDIAVEL $27,490

HARLEY-DAVIDSON SUPERLOW

$15,495

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