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take , based not only on the success and growth of participation that has raised Triumph ’ s profile but also because we share that passion and are committed to supporting Mark , his team and the DGR community worldwide in their mission , to reach ever higher ” “ In 2014 when we first partnered with Triumph Motorcycles , I was incredibly excited ,” says DGR founder Mark Hawwa . “ They are the only motorcycle manufacturer that I felt perfectly fit with The Distinguished Gentleman ’ s Ride . We ’ ve done some wonderful things since then ; together we have been able to reward some of our top and most dedicated fundraisers with brand new bikes from the modern classic range and built the custom one-of-one 2021 Triumph Thruxton RS . Today , eight years later as we announce the five-year continuation of this partnership , I am even more excited than I was in 2014 because , with the next five years , I know that we can do even more together with the goal of raising funds and awareness of men ’ s health .” In 2021 , the event moved from September to May , and every indication gives hope and confidence for an amazing ride in 2022 ride , which everyone involved is committed to making the most successful year ever .

DUCATI FINALLY CONFIRMS DESERTX FOR PRODUCTION

It ’ s one of the concept bikes of the last few years we ’ ve wanted most to go into production , and finally , Ducati has confirmed that the Cagiva Elefant-inspired Scrambler DesertX will go into full production . While the bike ’ s production specs are still yet to be fully revealed , we know a few things about Ducati ’ s upcoming adventure bike already . Firstly , the DesertX will fall under the

Scrambler Ducati sub-brand and will likely become the new hero of the range sitting next to , or slightly above , the Scrambler Desert Sled as the pinnacle of the brand . Secondly , we know what powers the DesertX ; Ducati ’ s liquid-cooled 937cc Testastretta engine . That should mean peak power figures somewhere in the realm of 110hp and 93Nm of torque , with a retune for adventure riding likely to see those change somewhat from full
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