Barni Ducati Reveal Striking 2026 Livery for Bautista and Montella
Barni Ducati has unveiled its 2026 World Superbike Championship livery in a launch that emphasises both visual flair and competitive intent ahead of the new season. The Italian-based squad introduced its updated colour scheme together with a reaffirmation of its rider line-up, showcasing machines that reflect the team’s commitment to performance, identity and unmistakable Ducati heritage.
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The new paintwork blends classic Ducati red with contemporary accents that reinforce the Barni team’s branding and presence on track. Alongside crisp graphic elements and sponsor integration, the design aims to command attention during wheel-to-wheel racing and under the world championship spotlight. Team leadership noted that aesthetics are part of the sport’s appeal, providing visual impact for fans while framing the serious business of competing at a high level.
At the centre of Barni Ducati’s 2026 project are its two riders: double world champion Álvaro Bautista and rising Italian talent Federico Montella. Bautista brings a wealth of experience and proven success to the team, having previously contested multiple championships and delivered race wins at the front of the field. His understanding of Ducati machinery and race dynamics is widely respected across the paddock, and Barni Ducati’s management views him as a cornerstone of its competitive strategy.
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Montella, meanwhile, represents the next generation of talent within the Ducati family. After demonstrating strong potential and maturity in recent seasons, the Italian rider enters 2026 with increased expectations. Barni Ducati’s leadership emphasised that Montella’s role is not just developmental but central to the team’s results-focused ambitions. Both riders have been involved in early testing and setup work, providing detailed feedback that will inform further refinements to chassis balance, suspension settings and aerodynamic behavior ahead of racing action.
The livery launch event also outlined the team’s wider objectives for the season, including goals for race results, technical development and consistent performance across a diverse calendar of circuits. Barni Ducati’s engineers stressed that while outright speed is essential, adaptability especially in mixed weather and tyre-dependent conditions will be key to scoring points regularly.
Fans and media present at the reveal reacted enthusiastically to the new look, praising the blend of tradition and modern design elements. The riders expressed pride in carrying the colours into battle, both appreciative of the team’s historical roots and motivated by the challenge of competing at the sharp end of the championship.
As winter testing approaches, Barni Ducati’s updated machines will begin to show their pace on track. With a strong rider line-up and a clear focus on performance, the team is poised to make its mark in what is shaping up to be a highly competitive 2026 WorldSBK season.