The special issue of MOTORRAD dedicated to the fascinating brand Ducati provides a detailed overview of all the new models for 2024, from the Hypermotard 698 Mono to the Multistrada V4S Grand Tour. The editorial team also took the original Monster for a top test drive and explored the success story of what is arguably the first true power naked bike. The Ducati 916, considered the most significant supersport motorcycle of the 1990s, celebrates its 30th anniversary in this issue, and we delve into its exact origin story with eyewitness accounts. Additionally, Ducati boss Claudio Domenicali gives MOTORRAD an exclusive insight into the brand's strategy, and we highlight Ducati's sensational motorsport successes in the 2023 sports year. The Ducati community also receives significant attention in this edition. MOTORRAD's Ducati Special is a must-read for Ducati fans and anyone interested in the brand from Bologna.