Custom Lightweight Racing Wiring Harness for a Ducati V4 Superbike
Custom Lightweight Racing Wiring Harness for a Ducati V4 Superbike
The Challenge
A leading Australian Superbike team approached us to create a custom wiring harness for a competition Ducati V4 superbike, aiming to integrate a new high-performance ECU while also:
- Both minimising and centralising weight
- Optimising harness routing for rapid replacement of components.
- Increasing durability and reliability.
- Retaining all OEM functionality.
Our Approach
We designed a bespoke harness using military-spec (Mil-Spec) wiring, concentrically twisted for maximum strength, flexibility, and minimal bulk—techniques drawn from motorsport and aerospace engineering.
Each wire was individually labelled, and we provided full schematics and pinout charts, ensuring easy installation, troubleshooting, and future servicing.
High-reliability autosport connectors were fully booted for environmental protection, and custom 3D-printed harness caddies allowed for precise loom routing and faster maintenance for time critical operations on race weekends.
The Outcome
The final product was a lightweight, highly durable, and easily serviceable wiring harness that integrated seamlessly with the Ducati V4’s new ECU and chassis. The superbike’s electrical system is now race-ready, offering both performance and practicality without compromise.
This project demonstrates how Elliott Motorcycles applies advanced engineering practices—such as concentric twisting, mil-spec wiring/standards and connectors along with custom additive manufacturing—to meet the stringent demands of modern motorsport.
By providing full harness documentation and comprehensive labelling, we not only delivered a race-ready electrical system but also ensured the customer could easily service, troubleshoot, and maintain their bike with confidence. Furthermore, our documentation allowed for the rapid and precise reproduction of an identical harness for the customer’s second Ducati V4 superbike, reinforcing reliability and consistency across their team bikes.
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