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Ducati Is Developing an Automatic Clutch — and It’s Not Just for City Riding

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Ducati may be about to redefine what we understand as sport riding. The brand from Bologna is working on a new technology that blends two key elements: the convenience of automation and the precision demanded on the track. Yes, Ducati is developing an automatic clutch. But forget the idea of a “soulless” system aimed only at beginners. This is Ducati — and the goal remains the same: to go faster, with more consistency, and less mechanical stress.

Not an Automatic Gearbox — It’s Much More Subtle

According to patent filings shared by Cycle World, Ducati’s new technology does not aim to remove rider control. Instead, it optimizes it. Unlike Honda’s DCT or MV Agusta’s centrifugal SCS system, the Italians are focusing only on automating the clutch actuation — keeping manual gear shifting fully intact.

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There are two versions under development. One retains the traditional hydraulic lever but adds an electromechanical actuator that takes over in specific situations, like low-speed starts or stop-and-go traffic. The other goes further: it replaces the hydraulic system entirely, using an electronic signal between the lever and the actuator. In practice, it feels manual to the rider — but behind the scenes, it’s all sensors and motors doing the work.

Real-World Benefits — with a Nod to Racing

Both versions promise clear advantages: protection from stalling, smoother take-offs, less clutch wear, and — the cherry on top — a launch control mode that coordinates clutch and throttle for optimal acceleration. When paired with a load-sensitive quickshifter, it also enables smooth downshifts with automatic rev-matching.

And here’s the kicker: this isn’t just a city-focused innovation. Ducati openly admits it’s thinking about track use. It may seem counterintuitive — motorsport is all about direct control — but racing has long embraced automation. Formula 1 and endurance racing use paddle shifters because they’re faster, more consistent, and more reliable.

By integrating this system into a road-legal motorcycle, Ducati could clear the way for use in WorldSBK or MotoAmerica, bypassing FIM rules that ban automatic clutches — unless they come from the production model.

From Tradition to Tech — Without Losing Soul

Ducati has always balanced heritage with innovation. Take desmodromic valves, for example — a signature element preserved through sheer engineering stubbornness, even as competitors moved on. But times change. The V4 Granturismo engine and the latest Panigale and Streetfighter V2s have already moved beyond the Desmo system.

Now, the next traditional element to evolve may be the clutch. And if it boosts performance, who are we to complain?

The Bottom Line? Ducati Is Playing Chess While Others Play Checkers

This automatic clutch system might seem like just another tech upgrade. But if it works — and with Ducati, we wouldn’t bet against it — it could shift the way we think about sport bikes. It’s not about making life easier for riders. It’s about giving them a real edge on the track, with smart technology that doesn’t kill the thrill — it enhances performance.

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