Ex-World Superbike star and Ducati ambassador Carl Fogarty led the first ever UK laps for Ducati’s new ‘supermid’ 899 Panigale. The bike, which was unveiled for the first time just weeks ago in Imola, took to the iconic Brands Hatch GP circuit for its first demonstration on British soil, with Fogarty leading round the 2013 Ducati TriOptions 848 Challenge champion Marty Nutt and runner-up Jonathan Railton.
Adding to the drama of the BSB showdown finale, the trio of new machines was chased around the track by a police-liveried 1199 Panigale. Despite its extra power, there was nothing the bigger bike could do to catch the agile 899 on the damp circuit, and several riders have already confirmed they will make the step up to 899 machinery for the Ducati TriOptions Cup in 2014.
The 899 Panigale will be available in UK Ducati dealerships from next week. For further information and to find your nearest dealer visit www.ducatiuk.com
To see a video of the 899 in action at Brands Hatch click here:Â http://youtu.be/_HVGp7xa7w4
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