MCN has just posted a short interview bit with Ducati Technical Director Filippo Preziosi talking about the performance goals for the new Desmosedici GP8.

Asked what engine improvements Casey Stoner could expect he said:  “A better connection between the throttle and the rear tyre.

“We want the riders to feel that the bike is doing exactly what they want when they twist the throttle in every corner exit and acceleration point. We can do this mechanically and electronically.”

You can read the full article here. You can also watch Filippo discuss what makes Ducati special in the Ducati: A Story of Passion DVD