Toyota used the SEMA motor show to unveil their 2009 Tundra Ducati Desmosedici transporter, which is the ultimate way to transport Ducati's Desmosedici RR MotoGP bike.
Based on the Tundra CrewMax, this special edition truck features a modified bed which allows the Ducati to fit in the back. The bed also has flip up bedsides, a motorized loading ramp, integrated storage compartments, and popup solar panels which can be used to power accessories.
Power for the Ducati inspired truck comes from a 5.7 liter V8 engine outfitted with supercharger which produces 500 hp, while other performance tweaks include a new exhaust, intake, suspension and brakes. Rounding out the other key attributes of the truck are 22" aluminum wheels and a custom interior by Fast Ed's.
The Ducati Desmosedici RR is the only street legal MotoGP bike ever produced. The ultimate track day bike requires the ultimate transport; that's where Toyota comes in with the 2009 Tundra Ducati Desmosedici transporter.
The Tundra/Ducati Transporter is built on a Tundra CrewMax, which has been modified to accept a 6.5-inch bed. The transporter is tied thematically to the bike, incorporating Ducati Corse style along with high tech materials and execution to create synergies for two companies obsessed with quality and performance. Additional features include major bed innovations such as flip up bedsides, a motorized loading ramp by Rampage, integrated tool and spares storage, and popup solar panels for accessory power.
Performance is enhanced through the full catalog of TRD Performance parts such as supercharger, exhaust, intake, suspension and brakes.
The interior treatment by Fast Ed's Interiors combines high tech style with Italian flair.
TUNDRA/DUCATI TRANSPORTER FEATURES
Ducati Corse Exterior by Focus On Cars
Custom fabricated seats, sewn carpet, suede headliner by Fast Ed's
Interiors
Seat Massagers by In Seat Solutions-Relaxor Massage Products
Rampage Powerlift Ramp
Alcoa 22" custom forged aluminum wheels
Pirelli Scorpion Zero Asimmetrico tires
CarriageWorks Rear Roll Pan
Toyota Racing Development Performance Parts
TRD Boost Gauge and Pod
Big Brake Kit
5.7L Supercharger (500HP/550TQ
TRD Lowering Kit
TRD Dual Exhaust
TRD Sway Bar
USAG 526V ToolBox (Official Tool Supplier to Ducati)
I can't think of a bigger travesty than any kind of a link between Toyota/Ducati. Ducati is one of the world leaders in satisfying the motoring enthusiast. Their products ooze passion and soul. I can't think of a company that is more of a sucking vacuum for removing enthusiasm, passion and soul from the motoring experience than Toyota. If the images of these two brands get further tied together, I can promise Ducati that I'll divert my seriously planned and saved for purchase to one of their European competitors.
Trash the Truck and just give me the bike. What are these builder thinking, customizing a truck, please, you never get credit with in the industry doing that. whats next putting 40"rims with low profiles on a semi.
