Marquez and Bagnaia Reveal Ducati’s 2026 MotoGP Machine Ahead of New Season

Ducati officially unveiled its 2026 MotoGP bike on Monday, aiming to maintain its winning streak in the final year of the current regulation cycle. The launch took place at the Italian ski resort Madonna di Campiglio, a venue that has hosted all of Ducati’s season launches in recent years.

Check out the unveiling here.

Factory riders Marc Marquez and Francesco Bagnaia were on hand to showcase the latest version of the Desmosedici GP. To mark Ducati’s 100th anniversary, the team introduced a retro-inspired livery with white stripes, echoing a design element seen on several of its road-going models throughout the decades. Ducati previously used white as a base colour in MotoGP before switching to an all-red scheme from 2019 onwards. 

After a dominant 2025 season, where Ducati secured 17 grand prix wins and 19 sprint victories across 22 race weekends, the Italian manufacturer is expected to remain a benchmark in the championship. With an engine freeze in place and major regulation changes coming in 2027, teams are anticipated to limit development on their 2026 machines early in the season. 

Marquez and Bagnaia will once again headline Ducati’s official squad. Together, they have amassed 12 world titles, including nine in the premier class. The reigning champion returns after missing the final four rounds of 2025 following a shoulder injury sustained in Indonesia. Marquez underwent surgery on his right arm in October and spent the winter focusing on recovery. 

Bagnaia will look to bounce back after a challenging end to his 2025 campaign, which saw him fail to score points in six of the last seven grands prix. The Italian rider experienced several Q1 exits in qualifying, leading to some tension with Ducati management, although both sides insist their relationship remains strong. 

While Marquez is expected to sign a new contract in the coming months, Ducati still faces uncertainty over the second factory seat for 2027.