The commercial agreement between Ducati and the LEGO Group has given rise to the new set LEGO Technic Ducati Desmo450 MX Factoryrecreating the highest-performance and best-equipped motocross bike from the Borgo Panigale manufacturer. The new model marks a new chapter in the collaboration between both brands, which began in 2020 with a replica of the Panigale V4 R. Let us remember that the Desmo450 MX Factory is part of Ducati’s off-road range, which currently includes five models:
- Desmo450 MX
- Desmo450 MX Factory
- Desmo250 MX
- Desmo450 EDS
- Desmo450 SM
The range also includes the Desmo450 EDX, developed specifically for Cross-Country testing and available exclusively in certain markets.
Desmo450 MX Factory by LEGO in detail
The LEGO Technic model faithfully reproduces its design and sporty character, incorporating mechanical details and functions inspired by the original motorcycle. These include a functional steering, an engine with a mechanism driven by a chain connected to the rear axle, and a working front and rear suspension, allowing builders to discover some of the mechanical principles that govern the operation of a motorcycle.
With his 457 piecesthe LEGO Technic set offers fans from 10 years an original way to discover the world of Ducati, explore the fascination with mechanics and develop a passion for two wheels from an early age. Furthermore, thanks to the application LEGO Builderbuilders can also explore the model in 3D, rotate it, zoom in on details, and follow the different assembly steps.
Following the official presentation of the new LEGO Technic set, Alessandro CicognaniDirector of Licensing, Merchandising and Corporate Sponsorship at Ducati commented: “With our foray into the world of off-road, we have opened a new chapter in Ducati’s history, bringing our racing DNA to new disciplines.”
He concluded: “We are especially pleased that the LEGO Group has chosen the Desmo450 MX Factory to continue our collaboration, which began with the Panigale V4 R in 2020. They are two very different motorcycles, but both are expressions of the same Ducati philosophy, based on innovation, performance and passion for racing.”. For your part Davide Cajanimarketing director of LEGO Italia, explained:
“We are really excited about this collaboration, which brings together two of the great passions of Italians: construction and motorcycles. It is the meeting between two very beloved brands, united by a strong identity and the ability to attract different fan communities. This set pays tribute to what unites us: the passion for engineering, attention to detail and the pleasure of turning a passion into something to build and share.”
Presentation, price and availability
The collaboration between Ducati and the LEGO Group will be the protagonist of the fair Lucca Comics & Games 2026which will be held from October 28 to November 1. At the MediaWorld stand, located in Piazza della Caserma, visitors will be able to see the Desmo450 MX Factory alongside the new LEGO Technic set.
Also a 1:1 full scale replica of the Panigale V4 R, built entirely with LEGO pieces by the artist Riccardo ZangelmiLEGO certified professional. Visitors will also have the opportunity to participate in the contest “Let’s Build It”which will include themed building challenges and LEGO sets as prizes. The new LEGO Technic Ducati Desmo450 MX Factory set (42238) is priced at 49.99 euros and is available on the brand’s official website, in LEGO stores and through selected distributors.
