Ducati India has launched the new Ducati Diavel V4 Black Roadster in India at Rs 29.98 lakh (ex-showroom). To be unveiled globally in December 2024, the new model is priced at around Rs 32,000 more than the standard Diavel V4. Interested customers can book a motorcycle online or visit their nearest location. Shipments are expected to begin in the coming weeks.The Black Roadster is also known for its exclusive color scheme by Ducati’s Centro Stile. It features a dark black color combined with Racing Yellow accents on the fuel tank, radiator grilles, side panels, tail section and rear trunk lid. Titanium finishes have also been added, while the motorcycle continues to use five-spoke alloy wheels.Apart from these cosmetic changes, the motorcycle remains unchanged. It also retains the Diavel V4’s strong design, low profile and rear profile. The new edition joins the all-black range with Ducati Red. The motorcycle is built around basic chassis components, including fully adjustable suspension, a single-sided swingarm, and high-quality Brembo Stylema calipers that bite on large 330mm front discs.Smartly, the bike gets multiple power modes, cornering ABS, wheelie control, cruise control, and bi-directional quickshifter. It also has a 6.9-inch TFT display and LED setup on both sides, with a clear C-shaped daytime signature and ‘Welcome’ animation. The system also includes integrated power indicators and a home monitoring service.Power comes from the same 1,158cc V4 Granturismo engine, which produces 168 bhp at 10,750 rpm and 126 Nm of torque at 7,500 rpm. The engine is mated to a six-speed gearbox, with no mechanical changes on the standard model. The engine features a rotating crankshaft and cylinder head, both of which are designed for smoothness and fuel efficiency. It also gets three selectable power settings and four riding modes: Sport, Touring, Urban, and Wet. Ducati claims that this set-up allows the torque to be reduced and makes the bike easier to drive in city traffic. The engine also switches to regular spring-actuated valves, extending valve intervals to 60,000km instead of requiring checks at any other time.
