Spin Master Debuts Most Technologically-advanced RC Motorcycle of Its Kind

TORONTO, January 29, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --

In Partnership with Ducati, The Upriser RC Motorcycle Brings the Thrill of Racing to a Smaller Scale

Spin Master Corp. (TSX: TOY) (www.spinmaster.com), unveiled today the revolutionary Upriser Ducati Panigale V4 Motorcycle built to wow motorcycle enthusiasts, hobbyists and fans around the globe. Developed to be the most technologically advanced RC bike ever created, the Upriser Ducati Panigale V4 is designed by the makers of Air Hogs, the innovative brand that defies gravity.

"Partnering with an established premium brand like Ducati, recognized for their style, sophistication and performance, takes this RC motorcycle to the next level," said Ben Gadbois, Spin Master's Global President and COO. "The Upriser Ducati Panigale V4 motorcycle is the epitome of what Spin Master is known for - innovation and collaboration. What started as an internal idea was then brought to life through this unique partnership with Ducati, in collaboration with the Air Hogs development team. The result is sleek style, superior performance and extraordinary innovation."

"It has been amazing to see the enthusiasm and excitement that Spin Master team has dedicated to this innovative RC motorcycle project, as we share the same passion when developing our bikes," said Alessandro Cicognani, Ducati's Licensing and Corporate Partnership Director. "We fell in love with the product from the beginning and are happy to put our name on it. The Upriser Ducati Panigale V4 possesses such a high level of authenticity, technology and innovation: truly a small-scale version of its namesake motorcycle!"

The Upriser Ducati Panigale V4 has a number of impressive features, including superior back-wheel technology, allowing it to balance at any speed, even while standing still. It can pop a wheelie from standing still and then drive in any direction while still holding the wheelie. More than four years in development, the True Balance and Omni Wheel technology allows the bike to reach impressive speeds of up to 20 kilometres per hour - equal to 180 kilometres per hour for its scale. Master amazing drifts and stunts just like the real motorcycle, using the shock absorbing suspension and high precision digital steering technology that allows the bike to move in any direction, including backwards.