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Launch, or DPL, itself housing
three separate maps for your
riding pleasure. This allows you
to select the desired launch pro-
gram, hold the gas wide open
aaaand… dump the clutch. The
resulting launch should catapult
you half way into next week, if
done correctly.
Due to the obvious repercus-
sions of engaging in such de-
lightful activities on public roads,
Ducati did not allow for the jour-
nalist drag race as everyone was
hoping for—so I can't actually tell
you how good the system works.
What I can tell you about is
the star of the show—the 1262cc
of mad Italian mafia located
beneath your crown jewels.
For years the cruiser has typi-
(Right) The seat is extremely
comfortable for hour-long rides,
afterwards, though, you might
want a break. (Far right) The
masterpiece of Italian torque. But it
does look a little bland compared
to the super-bling of the S model.
That's a thing of
beauty, isn't it? The
rear wheel alone
looks the business.
cont. on p84
