By Jeff Gibbs

Ducati has introduced a new look for their entry-level sportsbike, the SuperSport 950 S. The “Stripe Livery” colour scheme has been revealed and will be available as an option alongside the traditional Ducati Red. The new livery was launched in European dealerships in June and is expected to reach Australia later this year, with orders already open.

The Stripe Livery features an Iceberg White base with coloured bands in grey and Ducati Red. These bands run from the front mudguard onto the fairing, with the upper Ducati Red stripe aligning with the red trellis frame of the SuperSport 950 S. The upper red band also showcases the “Supersport” name, while the grey band displays the “950 S” identification.

The visual distinctions that set the 950 S apart from the regular SuperSport 950, such as the pillion seat cover, bare metal lowers for the forks, and gloss black wheels with red “tags,” remain unchanged and will apply to both colour options for the higher-spec model. Design elements, including the Panigale V4-inspired headlights, also remain the same.

The upcoming SuperSport 950 S with the Stripe Livery is powered by a Testastretta 937cc twin-cylinder engine, delivering 81kW (110hp) at 9000rpm and 93Nm (69lb/ft) at 6500rpm. This liquid-cooled engine features Desmodromic technology and is paired with a six-speed gearbox equipped with a slipper clutch and Ducati Quick Shift up/down quickshifter.

In addition to the new colour scheme, the SuperSport 950 S boasts upgraded suspension. It replaces the Marzocchi/Sachs combination found on the regular 950 with fully-adjustable Öhlins units both at the front and rear.

Supersport 950 s DS MY23 Model Preview.

Standard features of the SuperSport 950 S include 17-inch light alloy wheels, Pirelli Diablo Rosso III tires, Brembo brakes, Bosch Cornering ABS, a full-colour 4.3-inch TFT instrumentation, the Ducati Multimedia System, selectable power modes and riding modes, Ducati Traction Control EVO, Ducati Wheelie Control EVO, an anti-theft system, a 16-liter fuel tank, and a 810mm seat height.

The SuperSport 950 S is priced at $24,500 ride away, compared to the $21,900 ride away price of the SuperSport 950, primarily due to the inclusion of Öhlins equipment.

To obtain more information, confirm pricing, and place an order for the SuperSport 950 S in Stripe Livery prior to its local availability, customers are advised to contact their local Ducati dealer.

Ducati has introduced a new “Stripe Livery” colour scheme for their entry-level sportsbike, the SuperSport 950 S. It will be available as an option alongside the traditional Ducati Red. The Stripe Livery was launched in Europe in June and is expected to arrive in Australia later this year, with orders already being accepted.

The Stripe Livery features an Iceberg White base with grey and Ducati Red bands running from the front mudguard to the fairing. The upper red stripe aligns with the red trellis frame and showcases the “Supersport” name, while the grey band displays the “950 S” identification.

The SuperSport 950 S retains its distinct visual features, such as the pillion seat cover, bare metal lowers for the forks, and gloss black wheels with red “tags.” Design elements, including the Panigale V4-inspired headlights, remain unchanged.

Powered by a Testastretta 937cc twin-cylinder engine, the SuperSport 950 S delivers 81kW (110hp) at 9000rpm and 93Nm (69lb/ft) at 6500rpm. The liquid-cooled engine is equipped with Desmodromic technology and paired with a six-speed gearbox featuring a slipper clutch and Ducati Quick Shift up/down quickshifter.

In terms of suspension, the SuperSport 950 S benefits from upgraded fully-adjustable Öhlins units at the front and rear, replacing the Marzocchi/Sachs combination found on the regular 950.

Standard features of the SuperSport 950 S include 17-inch light alloy wheels, Pirelli Diablo Rosso III tires, Brembo brakes, Bosch Cornering ABS, a full-colour 4.3-inch TFT instrumentation, Ducati Multimedia System, selectable power modes and riding modes, Ducati Traction Control EVO, Ducati Wheelie Control EVO, an anti-theft system, a 16-litre fuel tank, and an 810mm seat height.

Priced at $24,500 ride away, the SuperSport 950 S is slightly more expensive than the SuperSport 950 due to the inclusion of Öhlins equipment.

To obtain more information, confirm pricing, and place an order for the SuperSport 950 S in Stripe Livery, interested customers are advised to contact their local Ducati dealer.