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2026 Ducati Desmo450 MX First Ride in U.S. – “Is it the Best European 450 Bike Right Now?”

November 7, 2025, 11:40am
Simon Cudby Simon Cudby Kris Keefer Kris Keefer Steve Matthes Steve Matthes
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Kris Keefer and company head to Glen Helen Raceway to test the new 2026 Ducati Desmo450 MX. How good is this bike right out of the box? While it may need some slight adjustments for maximum comfort, you might be surprised with how good the stock bike is brand new. Watch as Keefer and his crew break down what the machine does well and where it could be improved. Said Steve Matthes: "It's a very smooth riding bike right out of the box."

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2026 Ducati Desmo450 MX Stills

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2026 Ducati Desmo450 MX in Action

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