The Art of Ducati by Ian Falloon (Motorbooks, 240 pages) $65.
From humble beginnings producing what was really just a motorized bicycle, the Ducati brand has risen to the very top of the motorcycle world.
Its name resonates with riders around the world who equate Ducati products with elegant design combined with exceptional performance.
Focusing on 26 milestone machines, Ian Falloon provides all the details on their development and the legacy of each model. Complementing Falloon's writing are beautiful photographs by James Mann, who shows off the stunning lines and the details that made these bikes so important.
Starting with the 1960 175 Sport that was developed after the track successes of the Marianna model, the motorcycles are presented in chronological order. The 450 Scrambler was a huge success in 1971 and is making a comeback in 2015 with an 803 cc updated version. The 999R model was a significant departure from its predecessors and brought Ducati back to the forefront of the perfect blend of design and performance.
Lovers of Italian design and beautifully constructed motorcycles will savour every page of this stunning collection.
