2022 Ducati Futa Electric Bicycle First Look

Ducati expands its electric bicycle range in 2022 with the Futa, the brand’s first-ever roadrace bike. Pricing has yet to be announced, but the bike will be available in the States during the fourth quarter of 2022 in standard and Limited Edition versions. The livery of the Limited Edition model is inspired by the Ducati Corse racing program; only 50 numbered units of the LE will be made.

The Futa, which gets its name from the Futa Pass between Bologna and Florence, features a carbon fiber monocoque frame designed to optimize speed and aerodynamic efficiency. It comes with a 250W FSA System HM1.0 rear hub motor and integrated FSA battery. Five assistance levels will be available to riders, selectable via a Garmin control on the handlebar. The system is designed to integrate with the FSA app, which provides information such as remaining battery life, charge status, ride stats, and system stats.

The standard Futa comes with a K-Force WE 12-speed electronic drivetrain and FSA hydraulic brakes; the Limited Edition Futa will be equipped with Campagnolo drivetrain and braking kit. The Limited Edition features a Vision Metron Carbon 5D ACR integrated handlebar and stem along with Vision Metron 40 SL wheels. The standard comes with a Vision HB Trimax Carbon Aero bar; wheels are Vision AGX 30 units. Both bikes come with Pirelli Cinturato Velo TLR tires. The LE will also come with a 250Wh range extender and Garmin Edge Explorer GPS with custom handlebar mount.

Four sizes of each version of the Futa will be available. The medium standard edition will weigh 27.3 pounds, sans pedals; the Limited Edition will tip the scales at 26.9 pounds.