Ducati renews the XDiavel range by introducing two new versions for 2021: XDiavel Dark and XDiavel Black Star. 2021 Ducati XDiavel Dark enhances the beauty of the Ducati cruiser shapes thanks to the essentiality of the matt black colour. The Bologna-based motorcycle manufacturer has a bond of over twenty years with matt black that began in 1998 with the Monster 600 Dark, the first model to wear this livery. On the XDiavel Dark the total black livery has also been extended to the mechanical components, plates, and finishes, enhancing the Ducati “Reduce to the Max” design principle. The XDiavel Dark represents purity, essentiality, and the gateway to the world of XDiavel.
The new 2021 Ducati XDiavel Black Star version shows enthusiasts the sporty side of the Ducati cruiser, with a livery and equipment inspired by the world of sports cars. The dedicated livery alternates grey and matt black with inevitable touches of red. The colour cuts are clear and intersect, echoing the X concept that characterizes the family.
No detail has been overlooked on this bike: the red engine head covers are a reminder of the 100% Ducati soul, and the seat, enriched with a high-grip suede fabric, evokes the sportiness of the brand.
Characterizing elements of the XDiavel Black Star are the forged rims, entirely machined and painted in gloss black, which enhance the aesthetics of the bike and lighten it, resulting in a weight saving of over 2 kg. At the front end, the bike sports a 3.5” x 17’’ wheel, at the rear an 8” x 17’’ one. The front wheel mounts a traditional 120/70 ZR17 tyre with a tread redesigned to maximise wet weather performance. The rear tyre is a 240/45 ZR17. The bike comes with new Pirelli Diablo Rosso III tyres.
On both new versions and on the entire 2021 range, the twin-cylinder Ducati Testastretta DVT 1262 becomes Euro 5 compliant in all countries that adopt the standard. To comply with the new European emissions standard, an updated silencer layout, a new design, derived from the Diavel 1260, and a new engine calibration have been adopted. In this way, the XDiavel now delivers a maximum power of 160 hp at 9,500 rpm and a maximum torque of 13.0 kgm at 5,000 rpm with an increase, compared to the Euro 4 version, of 8 hp and 0, 2 kgm.
Like all the latest generation Ducatis, the 2021 Ducati XDiavel is also equipped with the Bosch Inertial Measurement Unit (IMU) which, by dynamically measuring the roll and pitch angles as well as the speed of the relative set-up variations, provides the information to the Bosch Cornering ABS, allowing performance and safety standards to be raised.
This system, together with Ducati Traction Control (DTC), Riding Modes, Bosch Cornering ABS, Cruise Control and Ducati Power Launch (DPL) make the XDiavel a technological gem offering high performance and, above all, safety.
XDiavel is the result of the contamination between two apparently different and distant universes, united in a single bike. A synthesis in which both meet up in a complete, totally uncompromising way. The X of XDiavel precisely represents this crossover, which sees on the one hand the relaxed pace at low speed typical of the Cruiser world and on the other the excitement and adrenaline of Ducati’s sporty riding.
Personalisation packages
Ducati Performance offers an extremely broad accessory catalogue for the XDiavel. In addition to individual items, three dedicated personalisation packages are also available: Sport, Touring and Urban.
• Sport Pack: forward-set handlebar, handlebar caps, fuel tank cap and forged aluminium rim set.
• Touring Pack: comfort rider seat, magnetic tank bag and Roadster windshield.
• Urban Pack: aluminium sprocket cover, aluminium frame caps, aluminium handlebar counterweights, brake lever, clutch lever, and dedicated Ducati Performance anti-theft device.
Main as-standard features
XDiavel Dark
• Colours
o Dark Stealth with Carbon Black frame and matt black wheels
• Equipment
o Ducati Testastretta DVT 1262 engine
o Inertial Measurement Unit (IMU) by Bosch
o Bosch-Brembo ABS 9.1MP Cornering braking system
o Adjustable suspension
o Riding Modes (Sport, Touring, Urban)
o Ducati Traction Control (DTC)
o Ducati Power Launch (DPL)
o Electronic Cruise Control
o Full-LED front and rear lights
o Dashboard with TFT display
o Black anodized side frame plates and radiator covers
The backrest and passenger comfort seat are no longer supplied with the XDiavel Dark but can be purchased separately from the Ducati Performance accessories catalogue.
XDiavel Black Star
• Colours
o Dedicated Black Star graphics with gloss black frame and wheels
• Equipment
o Ducati Testastretta DVT 1262 engine
o Inertial Measurement Unit (IMU) by Bosch
o Bosch-Brembo ABS 9.1MP Cornering braking system
o Brembo M50 front callipers
o Adjustable suspension
o Adjustable fork with DLC coating on the fork bodies
o Riding Modes (Sport, Touring, Urban)
o Ducati Traction Control (DTC)
o Ducati Power Launch (DPL)
o Electronic Cruise Control
o Full-LED front and rear lights
o Front headlight with DRL
o Dashboard with TFT screen
o Bluetooth module for infotainment system
o Seat with dedicated upholstery
o Forged and anodized side frame plates with visible machining
o Forged light alloy wheels painted in gloss black
o Gloss black engine with matt black aluminium belt covers
o Rear view mirrors in billet aluminium
XDiavel S
• Colours
o Thrilling Black with matt black and red trim with grey frame and black wheels
• Equipment
o Ducati Testastretta DVT 1262 engine
o Inertial Measurement Unit (IMU) by Bosch
o Bosch-Brembo ABS 9.1MP Cornering braking system
o Brembo M50 front callipers
o Adjustable suspension
o Adjustable fork with DLC coating on the fork bodies
o Riding Modes (Sport, Touring, Urban)
o Ducati Traction Control (DTC)
o Ducati Power Launch (DPL)
o Electronic Cruise Control
o Full-LED front and rear lights
o Front headlight with DRL
o Dashboard with TFT screen
o Bluetooth module for infotainment system
o Machine-finished forged lateral frame plates and footpeg supports
o Natural brushed-effect anodized swingarm
o 12-spoke machine-finished wheel
o Gloss black engine
o Machine-finished aluminium belt covers
o Rear view mirrors in billet aluminium
