Ducati wins at Pikes Peak 2013

With a helping hand from Ducati West Europe and his local Ducati Dealer, Moto Prestige, Langlois used a standard, unmodified 2013 Ducati Multistrada 1200 S Pikes Peak - built and named to celebrate the Italian manufacturer's first win on the mountain - and took the 1205 category win.

The Multistrada 1200 used by Langlois features Ride-by-Wire, Ducati Electronic Suspension, Ducati Traction Control and ABS, along with four Riding Modes: Sport; Touring; Urban; and Enduro. The modes, which can be pre-programmed with personalized settings, enable the rider to transform the motorcycle at the touch of a button, even while riding.

This versatility was further enhanced for the 2013 models with the introduction of Ducati Skyhook Suspension.

Managing Director of Ducati West Europe, Thierry Mouterde, said: "We are very happy to have been able to help make this victory happen for Bruno. As a passionate brand, we were impressed by his determination to win Pikes Peak and we knew that the Multistrada 1200 has a proven track record there. We would like to congratulate both Bruno and Moto Prestige, our Ducati dealer in Ajaccio, for the great work they have done."

The Pikes Peak International Hill Climb, or "Race to the Clouds", is situated in a range of the Rocky Mountains, 16km west of Colorado Springs and races from a start line altitude of 2,862 metres (9,389ft) to a finish line at 4,300 (14,100ft).