Ducati to launch 959 Panigale in July, priced at Rs 14.04 lakh

New Delhi: Italian superbike maker Ducati today unveiled Ducati 959 Panigale, which will be available in the Indian market at a price of Rs 14.04 lakh (ex-showroom Delhi NCR) from July.

Unveiling the new motorcycle at the India Bike Week (IBW) today in Goa, the company said the model powered by a 955cc L-twin engine is the first Superquadro with Euro 4 emissions approval.

Booking for 959 Panigale are open at Ducati dealerships, the company said in a statement.

Ducati India Managing Director Ravi Avalur said: "We are very excited to bring the new super-mid Ducati Superbike to India. The Ducati 959 Panigale is the perfect balance between impressive design and breath-taking performance and it embodies Ducati's premium sportbike culture."

The company said it will strengthen presence in India. Ducati has dealerships in Delhi, Gurgaon, Mumbai and Bengaluru.