Ducati dealers across the UK are gearing up for a Monster celebration as the new 696 is launched to the public on the 3rd May. Test rides will be available and pre-booking is recommended as the eagerly awaited new Monster hits UK roads for the first time.

The readers of eleven European magazines vote Ducati as '2008 Bike of the Year' in both the “Sports Bike” category and the 'Trial/Supermoto' category.

After an incredible reception at the recent London Motorcycle show, Ducati heads north of the border to showcase its strongest ever model year line up at the MCN Scottish Motorcycle show.

Ducati UK will attend this year’s Scottish show in conjunction with its premier dealership in Scotland – Ducati Glasgow.

Skidmarx, the British body-work specialists, have developed a full set of race specification bodywork for the 2008 Yamaha R6 that is designed to directly replace the original panels – ideal for racers and track day addicts alike.

Ducati UK and MotorSport Vision have announced they will continue their collaboration in 2008 following last years’ hugely popular MSV Ducati Track Days.

Skidmarx have created a range of stylish and practical bodywork accessories for the new 194bhp Suzuki GSXR1300R Hyabusa.