Ducati Desmosedici – The BK8 Gresini Machine
The Most Successful Bike on the Grid
The Ducati Desmosedici GP has dominated MotoGP across recent seasons, winning both the Riders' and Constructors' championships. As a Ducati satellite team, BK8 Gresini Racing receives a competitive specification of the Desmosedici, enabling their riders to challenge the factory squad.
Aerodynamic Innovation
Each iteration of the Desmosedici GP pushes aerodynamic boundaries further. The 2026 machine features revised winglet configurations, an updated front fairing and holeshot devices that allow Gresini's riders to exploit the Ducati's renowned acceleration and braking stability.
BK8 Gresini 2026 Livery
The 2026 livery unveiled in Kuala Lumpur sees the team's iconic light blue rendered in a richer, more defined finish. The 'Pure Essence' design philosophy strips back complexity to let the Ducati's form speak for itself, adorned with the BK8 News branding prominent on the fairing and tail unit.
Machine Specifications
- Manufacturer: Ducati
- Engine: 1000cc V4 Desmosedici
- Team Classification: Satellite
- 2026 Riders: Álex Márquez (#73), Fermín Aldeguer (#54)
- Livery Theme: Pure Essence – Light Blue
