Ducati Malaysia launches new models, announces network expansion

KUALA LUMPUR, June 8 (Bernama) -- Ducati Malaysia today announced the launch of six new models for the year as well as the setting up of two more exclusive Ducati Centres in Kuala Lumpur and Johor Bahru.

It also said it is introducing an all-new Ducati Corse Credit facility for the purchase of new Ducati motorcycles.

Ducati Malaysia and Next Bike Sdn Bhd head of company Dennis Michael said the Ducati experience epitomises not only performance and riding excitement but it has also evolved to greatly influence and shape lifestyles.

“Ducati Malaysia could not be in a stronger position than it is today, and the launch of these six new motorcycles this evening underlines the company’s continued commitment and the passion we have in the brand in striving to position it as the most desirable premium motorcycle in the market,” he said during the launch.

On Ducati Corse Credit, he said it will extend greater options, accessibility and convenience to customers by providing an in-house financing facility for the purchase of all new Ducati motorcycles. 

He said the setting up of the new Ducati Centres will strengthen Ducati Malaysia’s existing network, which includes facilities in Sungai Buloh and Penang, as well as the largest certified 3S centre and the second largest Ducati showroom in Southeast Asia in Petaling Jaya.

At the event, local celebrity Alif Satar, who currently owns two Ducati motorcycles, told Bernama that he has been a Ducati motorcycle user for nearly 14 years.

“As owner and user of the motorcycle, I find the driving experience different compared with other motorcycles. I am fond of the motorcycle and use it for work as well as relaxation,” he said.

Also present were Naza Corporation Holdings group chief executive officer (automotive group) Datuk Nik Hamdam Nik Hassan and Ducati Asia Pacific vice president for sales and marketing Marco Biondi.

-- BERNAMA