For the 2022 season, Ducati has extended its e-bike offering with the new Futa, powered by THOK E-Bikes, the first Ducati racing bicycle with pedal assistance.
The new model builds on a previously established relationship between THOK and Ducati, which originated with an e-MTB offering in 2018.
Giorgio Favaretto, Head of the Ducati E-Bikes business, said “The Ducati e-bikes project was born in 2019 and immediately set itself the goal of offering pedal-assist bicycles with which to live unique and memorable experiences.
“The updates to existing models and the presentation of the new Ducati Futa give a further push in this direction, making up an even more complete and higher-performance range of e-bikes for 2022. In particular, the inclusion of the Futa allows us to welcome new enthusiasts of this world into our family.”
The new bike’s name derives from the Futa Pass, the road that crosses the Apennines connecting Bologna to Florence.
The Ducati Futa is positioned as… ‘a performing e-road, for those who want to train, have fun and pedal to their maximum even over long distances and when covering the most demanding climbs. A light e-bike that embodies the Ducati spirit by focusing on design, innovation, and fun in a perfect combination of comfort and performance.’
Ducati adds that the carbon fibre monocoque frame features a sport endurance geometry, but with technical choices oriented to aerodynamics and speed. The compact rear triangle, with lowered seat-stays, makes the e-bike comfortable, while generating less aerodynamic drag.
The electric motor, located on the rear hub, is the FSA System HM 1.0 with 250W and 42Nm of torque, which is among the lightest and most compact in its category (3.98 kg).
This engine is equipped with 5 assistance levels that can be selected via the Garmin control on the handlebar. This allows the rider to manage the desired level of motorised support. The FSA app, available for iOS and Android devices, allows the rider to view statistics, system status, remaining battery life and charge status.
Through the app it is also possible to download any software updates and communicate with FSA service centres around the world.
The bike aims for a low weight (12.4kg in M size) and to be responsive and fast on flat stretches. The standard FSA K-Force WE groupset features smooth and fast 2×12-speed wireless electronic shifting, 160mm disc brakes with adjustable UD carbon interchangeable levers and a carbon crankset.
The Vision AGX30 wheels with carbon rims are fitted with 35mm Pirelli Cinturato Velo TLR tyres. The 250Wh FSA battery is integrated in the downtube and an optional 250Wh range extender is available to cover longer distances.
The new Futa will also be available in a Limited Edition: available only in 50 numbered units. This Limited Edition has an exclusive livery inspired by the ‘Ducati Corse racing universe’.
This special limited bike model features a Campagnolo Super Record EPS electromechanical groupset, Vision Metron 40 SL wheels with carbon rims, and an aerodynamic Vision Metron carbon fibre handlebar with integrated stem and cables.
The Ducati Futa Limited Edition is equipped as standard with the 250 Wh range extender and Garmin Edge Explorer GPS bike computer with a customized handlebar mount.
