DUCATI ANNOUNCES NEW MONSTER 695 The 2007 Monster 695 ups the ante in terms of power, handling and performance. Cupertino, CA Ducati announces the new Monster 695, the latest iteration of the entry level Monster seen for the first time at the Paris Motorcycle show. The Monster 695 represents a most unique offering in the world of motorcycles and in the Ducati Monster family. It is a motorcycle that is welcoming to novice riders but, at the same time, is a Ducati. Therefore, it delivers a level of performance that can even thrill more advanced riders. While remaining the entry point to the Ducati Monster family of motorcycles, the Ducati Monster 695 transforms a motorcyclist into a Ducatista. Ducatisti are members of a tribe of fans whose motorcycle looks, feels and sounds like no other. The Monster 695, a preview of the Model Year 2007, replaces the 620, and is a quantum leap forward in terms of handling, riding pleasure and performance. The potent new 695 cc L-twin delivers much greater horsepower and torque the highest output per cc of any Ducati air-cooled engine while producing smoother and more fluid power, making every twist of the throttle exciting and satisfying. As part of Ducati’s heritage of naked bikes that started over 10 years ago with the original Monster, the 695 is the next evolution of the middleweight Monster. Featuring a 73 horsepower air-cooled desmodromic L-twin engine and 45 ft-lbs of torque, the new bike also boasts exceptional road holding abilities thanks to the trellis frame and Sachs rear shock. Another benefit is the APTC clutch that features user-friendly light clutch lever effort and the performance of a slipper clutch to reduce rear wheel chatter when downshifting abruptly. Additionally, maintenance intervals have been increased to 7,500 miles and a new black with red frame color scheme is available. The new model will be available in North America as a 2007 model as early as June 2006. Priced at $7,495 USD ($9,995 CND), the MSRP for the new Monster 695 remains the same as the Monster 620 it replaces. For further information about this new model and complete technical specifications please visit www.ducatiusa.com. Founded in 1926, Ducati builds racing-inspired motorcycles characterized by unique engine features, innovative design, advanced engineering and overall technical excellence. The Company produces motorcycles in six market segments which vary in their technical and design features and intended customers: Superbike, Supersport, Monster, Sport Touring, Multistrada and the new SportClassic. The Company’s motorcycles are sold in more than 60 countries worldwide, with a primary focus in the Western European, Japan and North American markets. Ducati has won thirteen of the last fifteen World Superbike Championship titles and more individual victories than the competition put together. For more information about the Company, please visit our web site at www.ducatiusa.com.