Manufactured in a special aeronautical-derived aluminium alloy, the new Zard engine guard for the Ducati DesertX is an essential part of the new Sabbia range - a series of products inspired by the world of rally-raid racing, which combine sophisticated design with cutting-edge construction technologies to offer uncompromising performance and durability, even in off-road use.
The Sabbia engine guard has been designed directly on the Ducati DesertX to offer optimal protection to all the mechanical parts of the powerful twin-cylinder engine. The aluminium alloy with which it is constructed offers excellent impact resistance and, despite its considerable thickness, guarantees optimum lightness.
To increase resistance even in the most demanding situations, the Sabbia engine guard is not anchored directly to the engine. In fact, the Zard engineers have created a tubular stainless-steel frame, designed specifically for the Ducati DesertX, which works as a support for the engine guard using the fixing points present on the bike.
The "dart" styling motif that characterises this engine guard has a dual purpose - aesthetic and functional. In fact, it lightens the component and ensures the correct air passage to help cool the mechanics, but at the same time it recalls the Z of the Zard logo and makes the engine guard more streamlined and aggressive.
PLEASE NOTE: the Sabbia engine guard can be purchased and fitted independently of the slip-on exhaust system. It does not imply any modifications to the original motorbike.
CURRENTLY NOT COMPATIBLE WITH DUCATI CRASHBAR, DUCATI CENTRE STAND, DUCATI ENGINE GUARD PLATE KIT.
Material: aeronautical-derived aluminium alloy
Highlights
Zard products are the perfect combination between craftmanship and technology. We use high quality raw materials: from stainless steel (AISI 304) tubes and plate to titanium and carbon fiber. Every single exhaust is realized by out qualified welders and tested on the road and on standard rolling test bench. The black ceramic coating resists till 1000°C. Zard men follow every production process with a very keen attention and authentic passion.
Please note:
A different product configuration from the standard one, shall be considered as a special processing, therefore, It will be quoted separately.
Every product is branded by Zard. For further information or a special quotation, please do not hesitate to contact us!
Approvals
Products available in homologated version are ready to be selected in the list of optionals.
Removing the Db killer on homologated exhausts will void the warranty and the homologation.
The Ministry of Transport has officially approved Officine Italiane Zard to the production of exhausts with valid approval across the UE territory. Zard exhausts are designed and realized in accordance with high standards of quality and for approved models, they guarantee European directives regarding the approval of exhaust systems (Directive 97/24/CE, EU regulation 134/2014).
The approval number, shown on the supplied relevant certificate, is stamped on every exhaust system and it must be presented to law enforcement in case of a check.
The approved exhaust is treated as the original one and in the event of technical inspection of the motorcycle, it must not be replaced.