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Perhaps first of all for those who have not yet encountered the Ducati brand in the context of bikes: The manufacturer from Bologna continues to specialise in motorbikes, but also has a handful of bikes in its range - and is now expanding this to include an e-gravel bike. Ducati does not refer to the new Futa All Road directly as an e-gravel bike, but merely as a new version of the Futa e-road bike. However, the name already makes it clear where the bike is heading.
Ducati Futa All Road and Futa AXS: confusingly similar
If you place the Ducati Futa All Road and the Futa AXS next to each other, you have to look twice to recognise the subtle differences. Both models have the unmistakable Ducati look: the dark grey carbon frame is adorned with red accents and retains the Sport Endurance geometry. In addition, the cables are routed internally, which gives a tidy impression.
And even the components are largely the same: the FSA System HM 1.0 motor works with 250 watts and a torque of 42 Newton metres in the rear hub. However, this makes the rather rarely used motor a small powerhouse compared to other hub motors, such as the Mahle x-20 with 23 Nm or the X-35 with 40 Nm.
The 250 Wh FSA battery is integrated into the down tube and, as with the Futa AXS, can deliver a further 250 Wh of battery power with an optional range extender. The FSA app (available for both Android and iOS) can be used to view the most important data, such as riding statistics, battery charge status and remaining range. During the ride, bikers can choose between five support levels and, according to the manufacturer, you should hardly feel any motor resistance when pedalling above the 25 km/h mark.
The similarities extend to the gearing, wheels and brakes: like the Futa AXS, the Ducati Futa All Road comes with the Sram Rival eTap AXS groupset. Both bikes are equipped with the Rival 160 mm disc brake and wireless, electronic 2x12 drivetrain. However, the AXS shifts with the K-Force WE from FSA instead of the Rival eTap AXS from Sram. However, the Vision AGX 30 wheels can be found on both bikes.
Innovations on the e-gravel bike
Despite the many similarities, the differences between the two models become apparent at second glance. The K-Wing AGX carbon handlebars from FSA were specially developed for gravel bikes and offer improved ergonomics thanks to specially moulded contact points. The 10-degree front sweep is said to make the handlebar particularly comfortable, as it offers a natural position for the wrists. 12 degrees of flare offer better steering control off-road in the lower grip.
Also new are the Vittoria Terreno Dry tyres, which are suitable for both road and gravel thanks to their tread pattern. The manufacturer promises additional steering safety and comfort from the different tyre width (38 mm at the front, 35 mm at the rear), as well as damping of bumps. Even though 40 mm and wider tyres are now being used, offering more grip and cushioning.
A special feature is that the e-gravel bike comes with 3 bikepacking bags for the saddle, handlebars and frame. These are made from completely waterproof material and are designed to provide enough storage space for bikepacking equipment.
The most important details about the Ducati Futa All Road e-gravel bike at a glance
- Price: 7690 Euro >> available here
- Weight: 12.4 kg in size M (manufacturer's specification)
- Frame: Ducati - E-Road Carbon UD Tecnology frame
- Sizes: S (53), M (55), L (57) and XL (59)
- Motor: FSA System HM 1.0 motor, 250 watts, 42 newton metres of torque
- Battery: 250 Wh FSA battery (optional range extender with a further 250 Wh)
- Circuit: Sram Rival eTap AXS
- Brakes: Sram Rival hydraulic disc brakes with 160 mm brake discs
- Handlebars: K-Wing AGX Carbon
- Impellers: Vision AGX 30 wheels with carbon rims
- Tyres: Vittoria Terreno Dry tyres, front 38 mm wide, rear 35 mm wide
- Saddle: Selle Italia SLR Boost
Lukas Niebuhr
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