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Ducati Desmosedici GP24 – The BK8 Gresini Racing Bike

2026
The Race Machine
The Ducati Desmosedici GP24 Under BK8 Colours

The Ducati Desmosedici GP24 is the racing motorcycle at the heart of BK8 Gresini Racing's MotoGP challenge. As a Ducati satellite team, Gresini Racing races the same GP24 platform used by the factory Ducati squad, making BK8 Gresini Racing one of the most competitive independent teams in the paddock.

The BK8 livery transforms the GP24 into an instantly recognizable machine on the MotoGP grid. The design features Gresini Racing's iconic light blue interpreted in a richer, more solid finish for 2026, with BK8 branding displayed prominently across the fairings, fuel tank, and tail section.

Technical Overview
  • Engine: 1000cc V4 Desmosedici powerplant, producing approximately 290hp
  • Frame: Carbon fibre monocoque structure with titanium fasteners
  • Tyres: Michelin MotoGP specification compounds front and rear
  • Electronics: Magneti Marelli seamless-shift gearbox, traction control, wheelie control
  • Weight: 157kg minimum with rider, fuel, and all fluids
  • Top speed: Exceeding 350km/h on circuit straightaways
2026 Livery Evolution

For the 2026 season, the BK8 Gresini Racing Ducati GP24 was unveiled at the team's spectacular launch event in Kuala Lumpur. The new livery represents an evolution described as "pure essence" – cleaner surfaces, enhanced volumes, and a deeper expression of the Gresini Racing identity under BK8 title sponsorship.

The 2026 BK8 Gresini Racing livery is an essential and modern design, with clean surfaces and enhanced volumes showcasing the team's iconic light blue in a richer finish. – Gresini Racing 2026 launch statement

Frequently Asked Questions
What motorcycle does BK8 Gresini Racing use in MotoGP?

BK8 Gresini Racing competes with the Ducati Desmosedici GP24, the same base machine used by the Ducati factory team, making them the strongest independent outfit on the grid.