DucatiDayDaytona 2008

"What are you going to do if it rains?" seemed to be the only thing I heard all week. "Ducs like water!" was my general response, We're having a party, rain or shine. Friday morning dawned to overcast skies and a tornado watch, it really looked bad but never underestimate the passion of Ducatisti - darned if we didn't have a party anyway. Photos by Steve Leukanech and Vicki Smith. Story by Vicki Smith

Ducati Idol, the motor sound contest judged by the Desmodromiclub of Rome is always one of the most anticipated parts for the day. The winner gets a great Oncycles trophy and bragging rights for 12 months

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Ducati Idol, the motor sound contest judged by the Desmodromiclub of Rome is always one of the most anticipated parts for the day. The winner gets a great Oncycles trophy and bragging rights for 12 months