Ducati Unveils EDS 450 Rally for Dakar
The limited-run Rally bike, built with Rebel X Sports, is set to race in the 2027 Dakar Rally.
Updated on Nov. 2, 2026 in Motorcycles
Ducati unveiled the EDS 450 Rally bike at EICMA, a production model limited to 35 units. The motorcycle was built in collaboration with Rebel X Sports and is slated to compete in the 2027 Dakar Rally.
Why it matters
The bike signals Ducati's entry into serious off-road rally competition with a purpose-built machine. Its tight production run makes it a rare offering for enthusiasts worldwide.
The EDS 450 Rally carries 8.9 gallons of fuel and uses Brembo factory racing calipers front and rear. Production is capped at 35 units, and final pricing has not been announced.
The players
Ducati
Ducati is an Italian motorcycle manufacturer known for its high-performance motorcycles and racing heritage.
Rebel X Sports
Rebel X Sports is a motorsport partner that collaborated with Ducati on the EDS 450 Rally.
Tiziano Internò
Tiziano Internò is a rider who will compete on the EDS 450 Rally at the 2027 Dakar Rally.
The details
Engineering was led by Manuel Lucchese, an experienced Dakar rider and motorcycle designer. The bike features a full titanium Akrapovic exhaust, fuel tanks with integrated rear brake lights, and an ECU with desert racing maps from GET, plus a GPS-enabled speed limiter designed to meet Dakar's stage speed-limit zones.
Timeline
Unveiled at the 2026 EICMA show.
Pre-orders open in February 2027.
Races at the 2027 Dakar Rally with Tiziano Internò.
Roadmap
The EDS 450 Rally places Ducati in the Original by Motul category of the Dakar Rally, a class for production-based machines. The bike reflects a broader trend of manufacturers building limited-run, race-ready motorcycles to bridge road and competition riding.
Riders interested in the EDS 450 Rally will need to wait until February 2027 to pre-order, with only 35 units available. Pricing remains unannounced, though it is expected to exceed $50,000.
The takeaway
Limited-run rally bikes give enthusiasts a rare chance to own a machine with genuine Dakar pedigree. Interested buyers should watch for pre-order details and final pricing before February 2027.
What happens next
Pre-orders for the 35-unit EDS 450 Rally open in February 2027, and the bike is scheduled to race at the 2027 Dakar Rally.
Further reading
Explore more Motorcycles coverage for context on rally-focused bikes and manufacturer racing programs.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Cycle News.
