Ducati Formula 73 launched in India at Rs 20 lakh, all units sold out

Ducati has launched the limited-edition Formula 73 in India at Rs 20 lakh, with all units allocated to the Indian market sold out. Only 873 units will be produced globally.New Delhi,Oct 23, 2026 12:35 ISTDucati has brought the limited-edition Formula 73 motorcycle to India at an ex-showroom price of Rs 20 lakh. Part of a global production run of 873 numbered units, the motorcycle's India allocation has sold out, and the company is no longer accepting bookings.The Formula 73 pays tribute to the Ducati 750 Super Sport Desmo, introduced in 1973 and inspired by the 750 Imola Desmo that won the 1972 200 Miglia di Imola with riders Paul Smart and Bruno Spaggiari. The race victory marked an important chapter in Ducati's production-based racing history, which later evolved into the Superbike racing format.The motorcycle combines styling inspired by the original model with modern mechanical and electronic equipment. It features a silver and aqua-green paint scheme, a steel trellis frame, clip-on handlebars, bar-end mirrors and a short front fairing. A vertical gold stripe on the fuel tank recreates a detail from the original racing motorcycle.Ducati Formula 73: Engine and specificationsPowering the Formula 73 is an 803cc, air-cooled, L-twin Desmodue engine with desmodromic valve actuation and two valves per cylinder. The engine produces 73hp at 8,250rpm and 65.2Nm of torque at 7,000rpm. It is Euro 5+ compliant and comes with a Termignoni exhaust developed specifically for the motorcycle. The bike uses a steel trellis frame finished in aqua green, paired with a 41mm upside-down KYB front fork and a preload-adjustable KYB rear shock absorber. Braking duties are handled by a Brembo four-piston radial front calliper with a 330mm disc.The Formula 73 rides on 17-inch spoked wheels shod with Pirelli Diablo Rosso IV tyres, measuring 120/70 at the front and 180/55 at the rear. Its kerb weight, without fuel, stands at 183kg.Ducati Formula 73: Features and equipmentThe limited-edition motorcycle gets a 4.3-inch full-colour TFT instrument display, full-LED lighting with daytime running lights and self-cancelling turn indicators. Its electronic package includes cornering ABS, Ducati Traction Control, power modes and a Ducati Quick Shift system.Two riding modes, Sport and Road, are available. Optional accessories include an anti-theft system, Ducati Multimedia System, heated grips and turn-by-turn navigation.Ducati has also added several billet aluminium components, including the brake and clutch levers with oil reservoirs and the footpegs. A Rizoma fuel cap is supplied as standard.Each motorcycle carries its name and individual serial number on the steering plate. Buyers also receive a certificate of authenticity, along with historical photographs and sketches from the Ducati Style Centre, presented in a special box.The Formula 73 is part of Ducati's centenary-year celebrations and revisits the design and engineering philosophy associated with the brand's early Desmo-powered road motorcycles. With its limited production run and sold-out Indian allocation, the motorcycle is aimed primarily at collectors and enthusiasts seeking an exclusive piece of Ducati history.Subscribe to Auto Today Magazine - Ends