Turning a century of life is not celebrated every day and Ducati, aware of this, plans to exploit it in the most profitable way possible. A good example of that “commercial view” is this special and limited series “Collezione 100”. A repertoire of up to 10 different models where each one of them tells part of the history of the Italian brand through an exclusive decoration.
“Collezione 100”: Ugo Nespolo and his visual interpretation
There are 10 models chosen by Ducati to shape the “Collezione 100” with which to commemorate the brand’s centenary:
- Panigale V4 S: inspired by the 750 Desmo Imola 1972
- Panigale V2 S: inspired by the 1975 750 Super Sport Desmo
- Streetfighter V4 S: inspired by the 1979 Ducati 900 Sport Desmo Darmah
- Monster: inspired by the 2008 Monster S4Rs Tricolore
- XDiavel V4: inspired by the 1977 750 Super Sport “California Hot Rod”
- Diavel V4 RS: inspired by the 1979 900 replica
- Multistrada V4 RS: inspired by the 1979 500 SL Pantah
- Scrambler: inspired by the 1962 Scrambler 250
- Hypermotard V2 SP: inspired by the 860 “24 Hours of Montjuic” from 1975
- Desert X100: inspired by the 1981 Pantah Ice
According to the brand, the “The exclusivity of this series goes beyond the appeal of its designs inspired by history. The models are equipped with specific components developed for this project.” We expected nothing less from such a special edition for Borgo Panigale.
Among the most notable accessories that are part of the 10 special and limited editions that make up “Collezione 100”, we can highlight the steering head, fuel tank cap and CNC U-bolts, dry clutch (not available on the Scrambler or the DesertX), seat with exclusive upholstery for the occasion, and brake calipers with an exclusive color.
The standard equipment will also include a rear stand matching the color of each of the special editions, a certificate of authenticity and a special start design on the instrument panel. For its part, in the visual aspect, which refers to the liveries chosen for this special occasion, Ducati trusted the talent of Ugo Nespolo “allowing his gaze to transform the project into a refined dialogue between motorcycling, historical memory and figurative art”as the brand itself explains.
In addition, each motorcycle will include two full-color prints signed by the Italian artist; one dedicated to the historical model that served as inspiration and the other to its contemporary interpretation. The works give rise to numbered editions that bear the same sequential number as the motorcycle to which they are related, thus increasing their value as a collector’s item.
All the sheets associated with the “Collezione 100” will also become part of Ducati’s corporate collection. Finally, note that it will be the same weekend that World Ducati Week 2026 will be held (July 3 to 5), the moment chosen by the Bolognese company to present in public the 10 models that make up this special collection. More information and details on the official website of the Italian firm.
