Ducati has completed its first season as the sole supplier to the Fédération Internationale de Motocyclisme (FIM) Enel MotoE World Championship and has shared some of the statistics it recorded during the season.

As a manufacturer in a one-make series, the focus is on research and development, rather than competing against other brands. The individual teams compete against each other, but for the manufacturer, it’s all about continuous improvement.

The Ducati V21L electric prototype, which had a total curb weight of 225 kilograms (496 pounds), played a central role in the season. The battery alone accounted for 110 kg (242.5 pounds) of the weight, and it was made of carbon fiber, providing strength and reducing weight. The battery was also liquid-cooled, allowing for immediate recharging without the need for a cool-down period.

By using 21700-type cells for the battery pack, Ducati was able to distribute the cells strategically within the bike, focusing on mass centralization and weight distribution. This resulted in a weight distribution of 54 percent at the front and 46 percent at the rear.

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Throughout the season, eight different riders out of a field of 18 won at least one race, with ten of them achieving podium finishes. The competition was intense, and at the start of the final round in San Marino, four riders still had a chance to win the world championship rider’s title.

Ducati reported an average lap time improvement of 2.2 seconds compared to the 2022 season. During the Italian GP on June 10, 2023, one of the V21L bikes reached a top speed of 282 kilometers per hour (175.227 mph) at Mugello. Ducati produced a total of 23 V21L prototype machines for use in the MotoE paddock this season, with 18 allocated to teams and five kept as spare bikes for emergencies.

As for the future, Ducati is looking forward to the 2024 season and the development of its electric race machines during the off-season. Only time will reveal what the future holds for Ducati in the MotoE World Championship.