India's most expensive superbike, the Ducati Superleggera 1299 has arrived in the country as the Rs 1.12 crore limited edition monster has reached its first and only customer. The person of interest is one Vikram Oberoi, well-known at the Buddh International Circuit. He is also the owner of Ducati 1299 Panigale S, Ducati 916 and Ducati 1098. Ravi Avalur, MD, Ducati India was present at the BIC, Greater Noida to give away the expensive motorcycle to Oberoi. The 1299 Superleggera is as exclusive as it can get with all 500 units sold out.

Vikram Oberoi, who is also the Joint Managing Director at Oberoi Group of Hotels, said, "Ducati make exceptional motorcycles and it's a privilege for me to be one of Ducati's customer in India. There is no better motorcycle manufacturer when it comes to performance bikes or bikes ridden on a racetrack."

Ravi Avalur, Managing Director, Ducati India Pvt. Ltd. said, "The 1299 Superleggera is one of the most exclusive motorcycles in the world, with only 500 units produced. Redefining the definition of the term "superbike", it offers unmatched technology in a limited edition targeting the true connoisseur. We are very proud to deliver the only 1299 Superleggera in India to Vikram."

L-R: Ravi Avalur, Managing Director, Ducati India with Vikram Oberoi, owner of the first and the only 1299 Superleggera in India. L-R: Ravi Avalur, Managing Director, Ducati India with Vikram Oberoi, owner of the first and the only 1299 Superleggera in India.

The Ducati 1299 Superleggera produces 215 Bhp, weighs only 156 Kg (Dry) and is the most powerful factory twin-cylinder ever built. To keep this performance under control, Ducati has also included a full electronics package including Ducati Traction Control Evo (DTC EVO), Ducati Slide Control (DSC) and is also the first ever Ducati Superbike to be equipped with Ducati Power Launch (DPL) and also features the Engine Brake Control (EBC) seen on previous versions.

Keeping all this explosive power under control is a newly calibrated Bosch Cornering ABS system that ensures matchless braking in complete safety. The 1299 Superleggera is delivered with a track kit that includes Ducati performance components that include a complete titanium Akrapovic racing exhaust, racing screen, plate holder removal kit and mirror replacement plugs amongst other accessories.

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