Overview
- Barni Ducati unveiled Alvaro Bautista and teammate Yari Montella at its 2026 launch in Italy, revealing a red-heavy livery.
- Ducati’s 2026 Panigale V4 R homologation brings engine and chassis revisions, a new aerodynamics package and a double-sided swingarm.
- Satellite Ducati teams, including Barni, begin official pre-season running at Jerez on January 21–22, following the factory squad’s post-season test.
- Factory riders Nicolo Bulega and Iker Lecuona already tried the 2026 bike at Jerez in October, leaving satellite riders on the back foot for early setup work.
- Bautista joins Barni after four factory seasons and a win drought since the 2024 Dutch Round, while Montella targets consistency after 12 DNFs in 33 races in 2025.