The stunning electric motorcycle concept is a blend of retro and modern, but will Ducati produce it?
If there is a design house that typifies the style of the 1970s and 1980s automotive and motorcycle landscape, it’s got to be Italdesign, right? For sure, the Italdesigned original Ducati 860 GT was a stunning bike, probably way too far ahead of its time. The controversial angular design of the cosmetic elements was by noted car stylist Giorgetto Giugiaro. Giugiaro dispensed with both the sinuous tank shape and engine covers, and added large steel side covers to create an overall integrated effect.
It looked modern for years to come. Taking advantage of a throwback design renaissance, Italdesign took it upon itself to pen an 860 GT redux, but this time powered by electricity. WOW
There are currently no plans to put the Ducati 860-E into production. This isn't much of a surprise since Italdesign is known for creating case studies that never see the light of day.
Needless to say, I like motor bikes and see electric bikes as the future. So it would goes without saying, I would love to see this 860-E concept brought to life, but even if that can’t ever happen, I’m happy to see this type of eye appealing design approach.
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