Ducati has released local pricing of its 899 Panigale.

Ducati Australia has confirmed the introductory price for the 899 Panigale at $19,990 plus dealer and statutory charges.

This new model is a better sportsbike in every way – more powerful, less weight and more technology thanks to the approach taken to design and the appropriate use of materials.

Most importantly, it is safer and at the same price as the 848Evo it replaces.

The highly-anticipated Ducati 899 Panigale provides a new way to access the exclusive world of Ducati superbikes with a ‘Supermid’ version designed to provide the thrill of the new generation 1199 with the refined character of an everyday streetbike.

The brand new Superquadro engine produces 148hp with 99Nm of torque to achieve an outstanding power-to-weight ratio and ride enhancing agility.

With a dry weight of 169kg the 1199 silhouette underlines the family DNA while the Ducati Quick Shift, ride-by-wire, triple stage ABS, Ducati Traction Control and Engine Brake Control continue the benchmark introduced with the award-winning 1199 Panigale.

With carefully designed, rider-friendly features such as increased seat cushioning and performance enhanced gearing for mid-range rideability, the new model achieves a mix of Authentic Italian Performance with everyday useability.