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Member spotlight // BAT

I've been riding since my early twenties and have owned a variety of bikes over the years. The first a Yamaha FZR 250, then a Suzuki SV650, and two Triumph's...My first Ducati purchase was in 2019. A grey Supersport S. Thinking of the 'trade price' I tried not to ride it too much. After clocking up 10k over summer, it was traded for the Diavel I had my eye on, and still hold close to my heart. Late last year the Triumph Street triple was traded for another Supersport, this one the 2021 model.Sin...

Director Spotlight // Kelly

Our Canterbury DOCNZ Director Kelly has charisma by the bucket loads! She's living her best life and I'm so glad Kelly shares her best life with DOCNZ!Let's get to know her more......

Motorcycling & flexibility

Expert yogi master, Dawn Voyce says riding your Ducati should be effortless. Imagine the ultimate ride, you are one with your bike, relaxed, comfortable and in sync.How often does that happen?  Ducati bikes are stunning to look at and ride, but not always the most comfortable! How do you get closer to that ultimate riding experience – ‘simple, Yoga!’ Dawn tells me her hubby rides a Bevel 900ss and a Ducati Scrambler, and poo-hooed Yoga for 10 years. After finally giving...

Northern Spain & Portugal with the Espley's

We have some great roads here in NZ, and with less traffic in the last few years (thinking about Turismo ’22!), they have been a real joy to use.However, there’s a world of amazing roads out there.Last October, as part of a much-postponed trip to Europe, Angela and Richard left Plymouth, UK for Santander in Spain. On a hired Multistrada V4S we boarded Brittany Ferry with three other bikes belonging to British friends.There were loads of bikes on the ferry as Spain is a very popular destinati...

Director Spotlight // Brendon

While visiting Havelock North, Ange spotted Brendon as he rode past on his Panigale V4 SP.She followed (stalked) him to where he stopped for lunch and talked him into becoming Hawkes Bay's Director, the rest is history!Let's get to know him......

WSBK experience with Karl & Sam

With an urge to get on a plane and go somewhere and WSBK coming to Phillip Island the timing was perfect.As a treat we purchased a VIP package.VIP meant a seat in the VIP lounge above pit lane. Food, drinks, access to riders, viewing from pit lane roof and pit walks each day.The Friday was a beautiful hot Phillip Island day, giving us Wellingtonians a slight Ducati red sun burn. Saturday and Sunday were literally 4 seasons in one day, a couple of times over. The VIP lounge was a great spot ...

Introducing sponsor, and friend to DOCNZ, Scott from Zenith Motorcycle Tours

Combining his passion for motorcycles, racing, and travel Scott founded Zenith Motorcycle Tours!His vision - to take fans to iconic MotoGP locations, integrating amazing roads to ride, food to eat, and getting immersed in the culture.The business has been going now for over 5 years. A pause due to Covid for the last two years means Scott is highly motivated to get up and running again for 2023!I interviewed Scott learn more about him and what he does....

Director Spotlight // Andrew

Andrew has been battling his worsening Ducati addiction for over 25 years now. Recently he's accepted what his wife has been telling him for years; that he has a problem. To this end he decided it was time to step up and connect with other similarly afflicted Otago Ducatisti, for help and support. Let's get to know him......

Director Spotlight // Roger & Sue

When I think about our Waikato DOCNZ Directors, Roger & Sue, I think about Sue's infectious smiles and Roger's well planned twisty turn-ie routes. These two are out on their Ducati adventures most weekends and post their photos to prove it to our FB Group page. Let's find out more...What's the best thing about DOCNZ The camaraderie. To be able to join like minded weird Ducati owners on a ride or a club meeting. We both enjoy the banter, meeting new people and the friendships you...