From a press release issued by Ducati:

DUCATI RIDING EXPERIENCE

The Ducati school of motorcycling – riding skill and racing skills classes in collaboration with Motociclismo – unleashing the capabilities of high-performance Ducati motorcycles safely.

Bologna, February, 2003 – Ducati, in collaboration with the number one Italian motorcycle magazine Motociclismo, debuts the Ducati Riding Experience on 24 March at the Enzo and Dino Ferrari Racing Circuit in Imola.

Ducati Riding Experience is the new Ducati school of motorcycling, for anyone who wishing to enter the two-wheeled world, or enhance their riding skills, and try out the legendary high performance Ducati motorcycles, from the Monster 620 to the brand-new Ducati 999 and 749.

All participants will have the opportunity to learn to ride Ducati motorcycles in a safe and structured environment.

Anyone interested in taking part in one of the ten dates, from March to October, may book a place via the site www.ducati.com. Each class lasts one day, and are held on a weekdays.
The school boasts professional instructors who will team with participants throughout the day, separated into groups, for lessons in both theory and practice.

The DRE, aimed at both beginning women riders and experienced riders of varying skill levels who want to improve their track riding skills. The courses include: Ducati Racing School, Women’s Riding School and Ducati Advanced Riding School.


Ducati Racing School

The class is aimed at experienced motorcyclists who wish to learn more about track riding techniques, astride the legendary Ducati Superbikes — 999 and 749. Students will experience an entire day of theory and practice to safely test all of the secrets of the track. The maximum number of participants will be 60 per day for each class, divided into 12 groups. An instructor will be present for each group.

Apparel and gear

Participants are required to arrive with their own riding equipment: full leathers; helmet; gloves and boots

A valid driving licence is mandatory.

Cost (VAT included) Euro 696
(Euro 726 with one guest)


Women’s Riding School

The school, which has already gained recognition for its exciting results, is aimed at women who want to become riders, not just passengers.

The riding school classes dedicated to women are divided into two types:

Beginner’s course — dedicated to beginning women who have never ridden a motorcycle and wish to enter the motorcycling world. The classes are made up of no more than 30 participants each, divided into 5 sub-groups. An instructor will be present for each sub-group. The motorcycles used are the Ducati Monster 620, with power restricted.

Apparel

All equipments will be provided by Ducati

Cost (VAT included) Euro 216
(Euro 246 with one guest)

Advanced Riding Course — dedicated to those who already have riding experienced, but who wish to improve their riding technique to gain better fluidity, confidence and safety on the road. This class will also prepare riders for the Ducati Racing School. The class is aimed at improving practice (in the paddock), and later moves on to a session on the track, in complete safety.

Classes will consist of a maximum of 24 participants, divided into 4 groups there will be one instructor for every six people. The motorcycles used are the Ducati Monster 620.

Apparel

All equipments will be provided by Ducati
A valid driving licence is mandatory.

Cost (VAT included) Euro 240
(Euro 270 with one guest)


Ducati Advanced Riding School

The class is aimed at all those who have already a fair amount of motorcycling experience, but who wish to improve their technique and knowledge of the vehicle dynamics.

Utilizing the Monster 800, safe and easy to handle, it’s the right motorcycle to improve and gain confidence on the road and on the track.
Most of the activity takes place in the paddock, with an additional session on the track.

The maximum number of participants is 20 for each class, divided into 3 sub-groups.

Apparel

Participants are required to arrive with their own riding equipment: full leathers; helmet; gloves and boots.

The advanced track ride is the reason for the necessity of full leathers.

A valid driving licence is mandatory.

Cost (VAT included) Euro 240
(Euro 270 with one guest)


Registration can be made from next February 12, only through the official Web site, www.ducati.com, which is also the primary communication channel for DRE and offers detailed, complete and up-to-date information. For more information or if you have questions, email: [email protected], or call the toll-free number 800 55 3066.