Sun Jan 12 03:50:00 UTC 2025: ## Ducati’s Bold Move: Italian Motorcycle Giant Enters American Motocross with Troy Lee Designs

**Anaheim, CA** – Motocross Action Magazine (MXA) broke the news today of Ducati’s groundbreaking entry into the American motocross and supercross scene. The Italian manufacturer is partnering with Troy Lee Designs (TLD) to field a team in AMA Supercross, motocross, and the SMX playoffs, racing the all-new 2025 Ducati Desmo450.

MXA’s Dennis Stapleton conducted exclusive interviews with both Troy Lee and MXGP World Champion Antonio Cairoli, who serves as a Ducati ambassador, revealing details about the ambitious venture. The announcement coincides with the release of extensive coverage of the 2025 Anaheim 1 Supercross, including raw press day practice videos, “Best in the Pits” features, and a track preview.

The MXA report also encompasses a range of other topics, including:

* A head-to-head lap time battle between a Kawasaki KX450SR and a KLX230.
* Reviews of products such as the Twin Air Ice Flow radiator cap, Plews motocross tires, and TM Designworks CRF450 Slide-N-Glide.
* Information on inner tubes and MXA bike testing procedures.
* Updates on the 2024 Supercross series, including Aaron Plessinger’s withdrawal.

This Ducati-TLD partnership marks a significant shift in the American motocross landscape, promising intense competition and further innovation within the sport. The Anaheim 1 Supercross event serves as the backdrop for this exciting new chapter. Readers can find further details and extensive multimedia coverage on MXA’s website.

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