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Ducati 1198S Red Fenix Edition Rear View WallpaperDucati 1198S Red Fenix Edition Font View Wallpaper2010 Supermoto Motorcycles - Ducati Hypermotard 1100 EVO SP
Supermoto Motorcycles - Ducati Hypermotard 1100 EVO SP
Supermoto Motorcycles - Ducati Hypermotard 1100 EVO SP
Supermoto Motorcycles - Ducati Hypermotard 1100 EVO SP
Supermoto Motorcycles - Ducati Hypermotard 1100 EVO SP
Supermoto Motorcycles - Ducati Hypermotard 1100 EVO SP2010 Ducati Hypermotard 1100 EVO SP - International Specifications MSRP: See Dealer
Chassis
Frame
Tubular steel Trellis frame
Wheelbase
1465mm (57.7in)
Rake
24°
Front Suspension
Marzocchi 50mm fully adjustable usd forks with DLC
Front Wheel Travel
195mm (7.7in)
Front Wheel
5-spoke in forged light alloy 3.50x17
Front Tyre
120/70 ZR17
Rear Suspension
Progressive linkage with fully adjustable Öhlins monoshock. Aluminium single-sided swingarm
Rear Wheel Travel
156mm (6.1in)
Rear Wheel
5-spoke forged light alloy 5.50x17
Rear Tyre
180/55 ZR17
Front Brake
2 x 305mm semi-floating discs, radially mounted Brembo Monobloc callipers 4-piston, 2-pad
Rear Brake
245mm disc, 2-piston calliper
Fuel Tank Capacity
12.4l - 3.3gallon (US)
Dry Weight
171kg (377lb)
Instruments
Digital unit with displays for: Speedometer, rev counter, lap times, time, oil temp, battery voltage, A & B trips, fuel reserve trip, scheduled maintenance. Warning lights for: Neutral, turn signals, high-beam, rev-limit, oil pressure, fuel reserve. Plus: Immobilizer system and management of DDA system
Warranty
2 years unlimited mileage
Body Colour (Frame/Wheel)
Corse red (red / black) - Corse white (red / black)
Versions
Dual seat
Seat Height
875mm (34.5in)
DDA
Standard equipment
DTC
Not available on this model
ABS
Not available on this model
Engine
Type
L-Twin cylinder, 2 valve per cylinder Desmodromic, air cooled
Displacement
1078cc
Bore x Stroke
98x71.5mm
Compression Ratio
11.3:1
Power
95hp (69.9kW) @ 7500rpm
Torque
75.9lb-ft 10.5kgm @ 5750rpm
Fuel injection
Siemens electronic fuel injection, 45mm throttle body
Exhaust
Lightweight 2-1-2 system with catalytic converter with twin lambda probes
Transmission
Gearbox
6 speed
Ratio
1=37/15 2=30/17 3=27/20 4=24/22 5=23/24 6=24/28
Primary Drive
Straight cut gears, Ratio 1.84:1
Final Drive
Chain, Front sprocket 15, Rear sprocket 41
Clutch
Dry multiplate with hydraulic control
Emissions
Standard
Euro 3
Media Press Release
DUCATI PRESENTS 2010 INNOVATIONS
Finally unveiled, world preview of the new and eagerly anticipated Multistrada 1200.
Also new for 2010: new “Corse” livery for the 1198, two new Hypermotard 1000evo models and technical advances in the Monster family.
As is tradition prior to the opening of the EICMA show, Ducati has officially revealed the innovations of its 2010 product range.
Dream bikes, the fruit of Italian ingenuity and creativity, and destined to become new points of reference on the international market, are ready to take the spotlight at EICMA 2009, the 67th edition of the International Motorcycle Exhibition, taking place at the Fiera Internazionale di Milano in Rho, from 10 - 15 November.
Before the unveiling of the 2010 line-up, the new Ducati Corse logo was presented to the international press, an evolution of the historic brand in the form of a new graphic, following on from the launch of the new Ducati logo at last year’s EICMA show.
A press conference, eagerly anticipated and rich in content, took place immediately prior to the official opening of the trade show. Gabriele Del Torchio, President of Ducati Motor Holding, met with representatives of the international media to present the company’s recent sporting and commercial results, confirming the Italian manufacturer’s strength and performance, despite the difficulties that the sector is currently experiencing.
“In 2009 Ducati has faced a year of important challenges but also one of important opportunities,” stated Gabriele Del Torchio, President of Ducati, during the conference. “The challenges arrive from a market that has entered a significant worldwide slump and where the segment in which we operate could have dropped by 35% by the end of this year. In this scenario Ducati knew how best to react, so much so that our shares have continuously grown and in 2009 we will register a record share of 7.2% on a worldwide level. This result was achieved by sticking strictly to the objectives we had set ourselves, in relation to the company’s three fundamental pillars. Firstly, product, with the 2010 innovations the clearest demonstration of how we have followed an intelligent plan for continuous renewal. Then the distribution network, constantly renewed and reinforced to improve and expand the service. Thanks also to the recent opening of stores in Shanghai, Mexico City and in Vietnam, Ducati today distributes in 80 countries of the world. Last but not least, the brand. We continue to work on the recognition of our brand name, and above all, on the role that Ducati has as an ambassador of Italian style across the world, a factor that is of fundamental value to us.”
Claudio Domenicali, General Director of Ducati Motor Holding, then presented the many new bikes lining-up in Ducati’s 2010 Model Year.
“We are present at EICMA with a series of important innovations, in accordance with our strategic industrial plan,” declared Claudio Domenicali, Ducati’s General Director, while presenting the 2010 Model Year. “The new Multistrada 1200 provides Ducati with an important opportunity to penetrate what is, for us, a completely new market segment, with a totally innovative concept, in terms of performance, usability and technological content. Four bikes in one, with four different riding modes, traction control and electronic suspension but, most importantly, a true Ducati, in its style, design and advanced technology, derived directly from Ducati’s racing experience on tracks across the world. The Hypermotard 796 e 1100 evo, the new “Corse” liveries for the 1198 S and 1198 R, as well as countless technical and style updates, complete the 2010 line-up of which we are so proud.”
The undeniable star is the eagerly awaited Ducati Multistrada 1200, already in the running to take the prize for “best bike in show.”
Faithful to the original intuition, which combined sport bike technology with comfort and versatility, Ducati now extends the concept further with a brand new Multistrada 1200 designed to satisfy the demands of all motorcyclists. Ducati have designed a motorcycle to tackle all kinds of journey and road surface using technology derived from the Bologna made race bikes in MotoGP and World Superbike.
A bike with no limits, that can transform itself to suit the rider’s demands, from a supersport to a tourer for long journeys with a passenger and luggage, to an everyday bike which can breeze through the daily commute and also tackle off-road routes with the agility of an enduro; in other words, four bikes in one!
Ducati have once again pushed the limits of motorcycle design by adding Italian innovation to the elegance, style and technology which characterise the motorcycles that leave the Bologna factory.
All it needed was a heart, the perfect engine to fulfill the potential of this new design. The obvious starting point was the World Championship-winning engine, the Testastretta, used on the Superbike 1198. Engineers in Bologna have succeeded in harnessing the immense power of this engine, making it smooth and adaptable to any situation. The new Testastretta 11° engine is thus born, and represents a milestone in combining performance with usability.
2010 Special Editions celebrate the historic Ducati Corse logo change and two world titles in Superbike and Superstock. The 1198 S Corse Special Edition and 1198 R Corse Special Edition, both equipped with factory team-style aluminium fuel tanks, Ducati Traction Control and a special celebratory Ducati Corse livery, now complement the lightweight and agile 848 now in Dark colour scheme, the awesomely powerful 1198, and the high-spec 1198 S to complete the 2010 Superbike model line-up.
There are more exciting new products in the Ducati Hypermotard range that now becomes a fully-fledged family of bikes in 2010. No longer just one, but three versions, designed to suit different needs, but each with the same specific objective: to provide excitement and fun. So here is the new, agile Hypermotard 796, which joins the new and even more powerful Hypermotard 1100EVO as well as the extreme version, the as yet unseen Hypermotard 1100 EVO SP.
Hot on the heels of its early model year 2010 launch in October, the lightweight 796 is now joined by an evolution of the 1100 model that rolls out at an incredible 7kg (15.5lb) lighter and 5hp more powerful than the original.
And if further weight reduction and more punch wasn't already enough on a bike that was built to thrill, the Hypermotard 1100EVO SP pushes the limits even further with a model intended to perform on the track as well as the street.
The exciting introduction to the Monster family for 2010 are the ABS equipped versions of the 696 and 1100 (basic and S), the first time that Ducati has ever equipped the Monster family with a safety-enhancing anti-lock braking system.
Other 2010 introductions to the Monster family include new exhaust guards, which feature a longer shape and provide improved heat protection.
Brand new crankcases for the 696, which are an impressive 1.2kg (2.6lb) lighter and, furthermore, the user-friendliness of the controls has been improved with 4-point adjustable clutch and brake levers to suit all hand sizes.
In addition, Ducati presents many new accessories, special components and a new collection of Ducati clothing.
Chassis
Frame
Tubular steel Trellis frame
Wheelbase
1465mm (57.7in)
Rake
24°
Front Suspension
Marzocchi 50mm fully adjustable usd forks with DLC
Front Wheel Travel
195mm (7.7in)
Front Wheel
5-spoke in forged light alloy 3.50x17
Front Tyre
120/70 ZR17
Rear Suspension
Progressive linkage with fully adjustable Öhlins monoshock. Aluminium single-sided swingarm
Rear Wheel Travel
156mm (6.1in)
Rear Wheel
5-spoke forged light alloy 5.50x17
Rear Tyre
180/55 ZR17
Front Brake
2 x 305mm semi-floating discs, radially mounted Brembo Monobloc callipers 4-piston, 2-pad
Rear Brake
245mm disc, 2-piston calliper
Fuel Tank Capacity
12.4l - 3.3gallon (US)
Dry Weight
171kg (377lb)
Instruments
Digital unit with displays for: Speedometer, rev counter, lap times, time, oil temp, battery voltage, A & B trips, fuel reserve trip, scheduled maintenance. Warning lights for: Neutral, turn signals, high-beam, rev-limit, oil pressure, fuel reserve. Plus: Immobilizer system and management of DDA system
Warranty
2 years unlimited mileage
Body Colour (Frame/Wheel)
Corse red (red / black) - Corse white (red / black)
Versions
Dual seat
Seat Height
875mm (34.5in)
DDA
Standard equipment
DTC
Not available on this model
ABS
Not available on this model
Engine
Type
L-Twin cylinder, 2 valve per cylinder Desmodromic, air cooled
Displacement
1078cc
Bore x Stroke
98x71.5mm
Compression Ratio
11.3:1
Power
95hp (69.9kW) @ 7500rpm
Torque
75.9lb-ft 10.5kgm @ 5750rpm
Fuel injection
Siemens electronic fuel injection, 45mm throttle body
Exhaust
Lightweight 2-1-2 system with catalytic converter with twin lambda probes
Transmission
Gearbox
6 speed
Ratio
1=37/15 2=30/17 3=27/20 4=24/22 5=23/24 6=24/28
Primary Drive
Straight cut gears, Ratio 1.84:1
Final Drive
Chain, Front sprocket 15, Rear sprocket 41
Clutch
Dry multiplate with hydraulic control
Emissions
Standard
Euro 3
Media Press Release
DUCATI PRESENTS 2010 INNOVATIONS
Finally unveiled, world preview of the new and eagerly anticipated Multistrada 1200.
Also new for 2010: new “Corse” livery for the 1198, two new Hypermotard 1000evo models and technical advances in the Monster family.
As is tradition prior to the opening of the EICMA show, Ducati has officially revealed the innovations of its 2010 product range.
Dream bikes, the fruit of Italian ingenuity and creativity, and destined to become new points of reference on the international market, are ready to take the spotlight at EICMA 2009, the 67th edition of the International Motorcycle Exhibition, taking place at the Fiera Internazionale di Milano in Rho, from 10 - 15 November.
Before the unveiling of the 2010 line-up, the new Ducati Corse logo was presented to the international press, an evolution of the historic brand in the form of a new graphic, following on from the launch of the new Ducati logo at last year’s EICMA show.
A press conference, eagerly anticipated and rich in content, took place immediately prior to the official opening of the trade show. Gabriele Del Torchio, President of Ducati Motor Holding, met with representatives of the international media to present the company’s recent sporting and commercial results, confirming the Italian manufacturer’s strength and performance, despite the difficulties that the sector is currently experiencing.
“In 2009 Ducati has faced a year of important challenges but also one of important opportunities,” stated Gabriele Del Torchio, President of Ducati, during the conference. “The challenges arrive from a market that has entered a significant worldwide slump and where the segment in which we operate could have dropped by 35% by the end of this year. In this scenario Ducati knew how best to react, so much so that our shares have continuously grown and in 2009 we will register a record share of 7.2% on a worldwide level. This result was achieved by sticking strictly to the objectives we had set ourselves, in relation to the company’s three fundamental pillars. Firstly, product, with the 2010 innovations the clearest demonstration of how we have followed an intelligent plan for continuous renewal. Then the distribution network, constantly renewed and reinforced to improve and expand the service. Thanks also to the recent opening of stores in Shanghai, Mexico City and in Vietnam, Ducati today distributes in 80 countries of the world. Last but not least, the brand. We continue to work on the recognition of our brand name, and above all, on the role that Ducati has as an ambassador of Italian style across the world, a factor that is of fundamental value to us.”
Claudio Domenicali, General Director of Ducati Motor Holding, then presented the many new bikes lining-up in Ducati’s 2010 Model Year.
“We are present at EICMA with a series of important innovations, in accordance with our strategic industrial plan,” declared Claudio Domenicali, Ducati’s General Director, while presenting the 2010 Model Year. “The new Multistrada 1200 provides Ducati with an important opportunity to penetrate what is, for us, a completely new market segment, with a totally innovative concept, in terms of performance, usability and technological content. Four bikes in one, with four different riding modes, traction control and electronic suspension but, most importantly, a true Ducati, in its style, design and advanced technology, derived directly from Ducati’s racing experience on tracks across the world. The Hypermotard 796 e 1100 evo, the new “Corse” liveries for the 1198 S and 1198 R, as well as countless technical and style updates, complete the 2010 line-up of which we are so proud.”
The undeniable star is the eagerly awaited Ducati Multistrada 1200, already in the running to take the prize for “best bike in show.”
Faithful to the original intuition, which combined sport bike technology with comfort and versatility, Ducati now extends the concept further with a brand new Multistrada 1200 designed to satisfy the demands of all motorcyclists. Ducati have designed a motorcycle to tackle all kinds of journey and road surface using technology derived from the Bologna made race bikes in MotoGP and World Superbike.
A bike with no limits, that can transform itself to suit the rider’s demands, from a supersport to a tourer for long journeys with a passenger and luggage, to an everyday bike which can breeze through the daily commute and also tackle off-road routes with the agility of an enduro; in other words, four bikes in one!
Ducati have once again pushed the limits of motorcycle design by adding Italian innovation to the elegance, style and technology which characterise the motorcycles that leave the Bologna factory.
All it needed was a heart, the perfect engine to fulfill the potential of this new design. The obvious starting point was the World Championship-winning engine, the Testastretta, used on the Superbike 1198. Engineers in Bologna have succeeded in harnessing the immense power of this engine, making it smooth and adaptable to any situation. The new Testastretta 11° engine is thus born, and represents a milestone in combining performance with usability.
2010 Special Editions celebrate the historic Ducati Corse logo change and two world titles in Superbike and Superstock. The 1198 S Corse Special Edition and 1198 R Corse Special Edition, both equipped with factory team-style aluminium fuel tanks, Ducati Traction Control and a special celebratory Ducati Corse livery, now complement the lightweight and agile 848 now in Dark colour scheme, the awesomely powerful 1198, and the high-spec 1198 S to complete the 2010 Superbike model line-up.
There are more exciting new products in the Ducati Hypermotard range that now becomes a fully-fledged family of bikes in 2010. No longer just one, but three versions, designed to suit different needs, but each with the same specific objective: to provide excitement and fun. So here is the new, agile Hypermotard 796, which joins the new and even more powerful Hypermotard 1100EVO as well as the extreme version, the as yet unseen Hypermotard 1100 EVO SP.
Hot on the heels of its early model year 2010 launch in October, the lightweight 796 is now joined by an evolution of the 1100 model that rolls out at an incredible 7kg (15.5lb) lighter and 5hp more powerful than the original.
And if further weight reduction and more punch wasn't already enough on a bike that was built to thrill, the Hypermotard 1100EVO SP pushes the limits even further with a model intended to perform on the track as well as the street.
The exciting introduction to the Monster family for 2010 are the ABS equipped versions of the 696 and 1100 (basic and S), the first time that Ducati has ever equipped the Monster family with a safety-enhancing anti-lock braking system.
Other 2010 introductions to the Monster family include new exhaust guards, which feature a longer shape and provide improved heat protection.
Brand new crankcases for the 696, which are an impressive 1.2kg (2.6lb) lighter and, furthermore, the user-friendliness of the controls has been improved with 4-point adjustable clutch and brake levers to suit all hand sizes.
In addition, Ducati presents many new accessories, special components and a new collection of Ducati clothing.
source : http://www.totalmotorcycle.com/photos/2010models/2010-Ducati-Hypermotard1100EVOSP.htm
2010 StreetFighter Motorcycles - Ducati Hypermotard 1100 EVO
StreetFighter Motorcycles - Ducati Hypermotard 1100 EVO
StreetFighter Motorcycles - Ducati Hypermotard 1100 EVO
StreetFighter Motorcycles - Ducati Hypermotard 1100 EVO
StreetFighter Motorcycles - Ducati Hypermotard 1100 EVO
StreetFighter Motorcycles - Ducati Hypermotard 1100 EVO
StreetFighter Motorcycles - Ducati Hypermotard 1100 EVO2010 Ducati Hypermotard 1100 EVO - International Specifications
MSRP: See Dealer
Chassis
Frame
Tubular steel Trellis frame
Wheelbase
1455mm (57.3in)
Rake
24°
Front Suspension
Marzocchi 50mm fully adjustable usd forks
Front Wheel Travel
165mm (6.5in)
Front Wheel
5-spoke in light alloy 3.50x17
Front Tyre
120/70 ZR17
Rear Suspension
Progressive linkage with fully adjustable Sachs monoshock. Aluminium single-sided swingarm
Rear Wheel Travel
141mm (5.6in)
Rear Wheel
5-spoke light alloy 5.50x17
Rear Tyre
180/55 ZR17
Front Brake
2 x 305mm semi-floating discs, radially mounted Brembo callipers 4-piston, 2-pad
Rear Brake
245mm disc, 2-piston calliper
Fuel Tank Capacity
12.4l - 3.3gallon (US)
Dry Weight
172kg (379lb)
Instruments
Digital unit with displays for: Speedometer, rev counter, lap times, time, oil temp, battery voltage, A & B trips, fuel reserve trip, scheduled maintenance. Warning lights for: Neutral, turn signals, high-beam, rev-limit, oil pressure, fuel reserve. Plus: Immobilizer system
Warranty
2 years unlimited mileage
Body Colour (Frame/Wheel)
Red (red / black) - Black (racing black / black)
Versions
Dual seat
Seat Height
845mm (33.3in)
DDA
DDA system-ready for Ducati Performance accessory
DTC
Not available on this model
ABS
Not available on this model
Engine
Type
L-Twin cylinder, 2 valve per cylinder Desmodromic, air cooled
Displacement
1078cc
Bore x Stroke
98x71.5mm
Compression Ratio
11.3:1
Power
95hp (69.9kW) @ 7500rpm
Torque
75.9lb-ft 10.5kgm @ 5750rpm
Fuel injection
Siemens electronic fuel injection, 45mm throttle body
Exhaust
Lightweight 2-1-2 system with catalytic converter with twin lambda probes
Transmission
Gearbox
6 speed
Ratio
1=37/15 2=30/17 3=27/20 4=24/22 5=23/24 6=24/28
Primary Drive
Straight cut gears, Ratio 1.84:1
Final Drive
Chain, Front sprocket 15, Rear sprocket 41
Clutch
Dry multiplate with hydraulic control
Emissions
Standard
Euro 3
source : http://www.totalmotorcycle.com/photos/2010models/2010-Ducati-Hypermotard1100EVO.htm
2010 StreetFighter Motorcycles - Ducati Hypermotard 1100 EVO
StreetFighter Motorcycles - Ducati Hypermotard 1100 EVOStreetFighter Motorcycles - Ducati Hypermotard 1100 EVOStreetFighter Motorcycles - Ducati Hypermotard 1100 EVOStreetFighter Motorcycles - Ducati Hypermotard 1100 EVOStreetFighter Motorcycles - Ducati Hypermotard 1100 EVOStreetFighter Motorcycles - Ducati Hypermotard 1100 EVO2010 Ducati Hypermotard 1100 EVO - International Specifications
MSRP: See Dealer
Chassis
Frame
Tubular steel Trellis frame
Wheelbase
1455mm (57.3in)
Rake
24°
Front Suspension
Marzocchi 50mm fully adjustable usd forks
Front Wheel Travel
165mm (6.5in)
Front Wheel
5-spoke in light alloy 3.50x17
Front Tyre
120/70 ZR17
Rear Suspension
Progressive linkage with fully adjustable Sachs monoshock. Aluminium single-sided swingarm
Rear Wheel Travel
141mm (5.6in)
Rear Wheel
5-spoke light alloy 5.50x17
Rear Tyre
180/55 ZR17
Front Brake
2 x 305mm semi-floating discs, radially mounted Brembo callipers 4-piston, 2-pad
Rear Brake
245mm disc, 2-piston calliper
Fuel Tank Capacity
12.4l - 3.3gallon (US)
Dry Weight
172kg (379lb)
Instruments
Digital unit with displays for: Speedometer, rev counter, lap times, time, oil temp, battery voltage, A & B trips, fuel reserve trip, scheduled maintenance. Warning lights for: Neutral, turn signals, high-beam, rev-limit, oil pressure, fuel reserve. Plus: Immobilizer system
Warranty
2 years unlimited mileage
Body Colour (Frame/Wheel)
Red (red / black) - Black (racing black / black)
Versions
Dual seat
Seat Height
845mm (33.3in)
DDA
DDA system-ready for Ducati Performance accessory
DTC
Not available on this model
ABS
Not available on this model
Engine
Type
L-Twin cylinder, 2 valve per cylinder Desmodromic, air cooled
Displacement
1078cc
Bore x Stroke
98x71.5mm
Compression Ratio
11.3:1
Power
95hp (69.9kW) @ 7500rpm
Torque
75.9lb-ft 10.5kgm @ 5750rpm
Fuel injection
Siemens electronic fuel injection, 45mm throttle body
Exhaust
Lightweight 2-1-2 system with catalytic converter with twin lambda probes
Transmission
Gearbox
6 speed
Ratio
1=37/15 2=30/17 3=27/20 4=24/22 5=23/24 6=24/28
Primary Drive
Straight cut gears, Ratio 1.84:1
Final Drive
Chain, Front sprocket 15, Rear sprocket 41
Clutch
Dry multiplate with hydraulic control
Emissions
Standard
Euro 3
source : http://www.totalmotorcycle.com/photos/2010models/2010-Ducati-Hypermotard1100EVO.htm
Ducati Diavel 2010 EICMA show
Ducati has confirmed it will unveil the new Diavel muscle cruiser at the in Milan, Italy, Nov. 2-7.
According to Ducati, the Ducati Diavel will be powered by the Testatretta 11 degree engine and will be equipped with ABS, Ducati Traction Control, and Ducati Riding Modes. Ducati also claims the Diavel will weigh 456 pounds.
The bike is described by the company as being a mix between a naked street bike (as it is light and agile), a cruiser (imposing and comfortable) and a sports bike (powerful, offering a high level of performance).
The creation comes packed with ABS, Ducati Traction Control and a very interesting Ducati Riding Modes system that offers it a multiple personality (Sport, Touring and City modes available). The front suspension uses a fully adjustable 50mm Marzocchi fork, while the rear one comes with a horizontally mounted fully adjustable Sachs rear shock absorber. The Ducati Diavel tips the scales at 463 pounds/ 210 kg (dry weight), but the company also offers a carbon incarnation of the bike that uses forged Marchesini rims and certain carbon fiber components (tank panels, single-seat cover and front mudguard to cut the weight to 456 pounds (207 kg).
The two-wheeled creation follows the cruiser trend in terms of seating, offering the rider a low seating position, while the fuel tank has a capacity of 4.5 gallons (17 liters).
Among the latest motorcycle accessories, motorbike helmets and motorcycle clothing at the show will be the brand-new Ducati Diavel.
So named after the Bolgonese word for devil, the new bike has been tested in secret, with only the odd grainy spy photo to satisfy Ducati fans' curiosity.
The Ducati Diavel promises "to take the man-motorcycle relationship to the next level in absolute comfort", with stylish, original looks and all the latest technology, such as ABS and Ducati Traction Control.
Ducati Diavel 2010 EICMA show
Ducati has confirmed it will unveil the new Diavel muscle cruiser at the in Milan, Italy, Nov. 2-7.
According to Ducati, the Ducati Diavel will be powered by the Testatretta 11 degree engine and will be equipped with ABS, Ducati Traction Control, and Ducati Riding Modes. Ducati also claims the Diavel will weigh 456 pounds.
The bike is described by the company as being a mix between a naked street bike (as it is light and agile), a cruiser (imposing and comfortable) and a sports bike (powerful, offering a high level of performance).
The creation comes packed with ABS, Ducati Traction Control and a very interesting Ducati Riding Modes system that offers it a multiple personality (Sport, Touring and City modes available). The front suspension uses a fully adjustable 50mm Marzocchi fork, while the rear one comes with a horizontally mounted fully adjustable Sachs rear shock absorber. The Ducati Diavel tips the scales at 463 pounds/ 210 kg (dry weight), but the company also offers a carbon incarnation of the bike that uses forged Marchesini rims and certain carbon fiber components (tank panels, single-seat cover and front mudguard to cut the weight to 456 pounds (207 kg).
The two-wheeled creation follows the cruiser trend in terms of seating, offering the rider a low seating position, while the fuel tank has a capacity of 4.5 gallons (17 liters).
Among the latest motorcycle accessories, motorbike helmets and motorcycle clothing at the show will be the brand-new Ducati Diavel.
So named after the Bolgonese word for devil, the new bike has been tested in secret, with only the odd grainy spy photo to satisfy Ducati fans' curiosity.
The Ducati Diavel promises "to take the man-motorcycle relationship to the next level in absolute comfort", with stylish, original looks and all the latest technology, such as ABS and Ducati Traction Control.
2011 Ducati Monster 1100 EVO is the most powerful
2011 Ducati Monster 1100 EVO Revealed alongside the Diavel cruiser, the 2011 Ducati Monster 1100 EVO adds a number of updates including ABS, Ducati Traction Control and Ducati Data Acquisition.
The "Ducati Monster 1100EVO" has a claimed weight of 373 pounds, compared to the 377 pounds on the ABS-equipped 2010 Monster 1100 and 374 pounds on the Monster 1100S.
Ducati’s Diavel takes center stage at Milan, but the Bolognese firm also revealed upgrades to its large Monster. The 2011 Ducati Monster 1100 EVO is lighter and more powerful, now featuring standard ABS and Ducati Traction Control (DTC).
The latest EVO to join the Ducati line, the new 2011 Ducati Monster 1100 EVO wrings extra horsepower out of the air-cooled L-Twin. The two-valve Desmodromic cylinder head changes, however, with more aggressive cam profiles increasing valve lift.
Perhaps the biggest change to the 2011 Ducati Monster 1100 EVO is the Ducati Safety Pack (DSP), which comes as standard kit. The Ducati Data Analyser (DDA) system is available as an accessory.
Brembo binders now come with ABS as standard, available as an option on previous models. The front stoppers are dual 320mm rotors clamped by radial-mount, four-piston Brembo calipers. The rear is a single 245mm disc and two-piston caliper.
Suspension up front comes via a 43mm, fully adjustable Marzocchi fork, with last year’s units sourcing a Showa fork in the base model and Ohlins unit in the S model.
The 2011 Ducati Monster 1100 EVO is the most powerful, two-valve Ducati engine every built. The power is contained in a chassis that's designed for unrivaled agility and handling, making the Ducati Monster 1100 EVO the ideal street machine.
The "2011 Monster 1100 EVO" carries on the Monster legacy Ducati presented to the world in 1992, one that's minimal in stature but features the latest in technology.
The Monster 1100EVO delivers 100 hp (73,5kW) @ 7500rpm and 75.9 ft. lbs of torque (103Nm) @ 6000rpm.
The Monster 1100EVO features a new APTC wet clutch which ensures quiet operation and long life. The two-valve engine on the Monster 1100EVO features a crankcase which significantly reduces overall engine weight. Ducati Monster 1100EVO Chassis
The Ducati Monster 1100EVO goes further. The Monster 1100EVO is equipped with lightweight aluminum alloy wheels with the new 10-spoke design. Ducati Monster 1100EVO Brembo Brakes
The Monster 1100EVO also features a rear sub-frame ready to support the confidence-inspiring Ducati Performance grab-rail kit for the passenger. Ducati Monster 1100EVO Electronics
This second goal has been achieved by equipping the Ducati Monster 1100EVO with the Ducati Safety Pack (DSP), which comes as standard along with the ABS system and the famous Ducati Traction Control (DTC). The Monster 1100EVO is the first two valve engine model to be equipped with the state of the art Ducati Traction Control system (DTC). The Monster 1100EVO comes standard with the Ducati Safety Pack (DSP) which includes DTC + ABS.
The Monster 1100EVO comes standard with the Ducati Safety Pack (DSP) and includes DTC + ABS.
An LED rear light unit satisfies the minimalist, weight-saving design ethos found throughout the Monster 696. For the Monster 1100EVO, even the license plate light uses LED technology.
2011 Ducati Monster 1100 EVO is the most powerful
2011 Ducati Monster 1100 EVO Revealed alongside the Diavel cruiser, the 2011 Ducati Monster 1100 EVO adds a number of updates including ABS, Ducati Traction Control and Ducati Data Acquisition.
The "Ducati Monster 1100EVO" has a claimed weight of 373 pounds, compared to the 377 pounds on the ABS-equipped 2010 Monster 1100 and 374 pounds on the Monster 1100S.
Ducati’s Diavel takes center stage at Milan, but the Bolognese firm also revealed upgrades to its large Monster. The 2011 Ducati Monster 1100 EVO is lighter and more powerful, now featuring standard ABS and Ducati Traction Control (DTC).
The latest EVO to join the Ducati line, the new 2011 Ducati Monster 1100 EVO wrings extra horsepower out of the air-cooled L-Twin. The two-valve Desmodromic cylinder head changes, however, with more aggressive cam profiles increasing valve lift.
Perhaps the biggest change to the 2011 Ducati Monster 1100 EVO is the Ducati Safety Pack (DSP), which comes as standard kit. The Ducati Data Analyser (DDA) system is available as an accessory.
Brembo binders now come with ABS as standard, available as an option on previous models. The front stoppers are dual 320mm rotors clamped by radial-mount, four-piston Brembo calipers. The rear is a single 245mm disc and two-piston caliper.
Suspension up front comes via a 43mm, fully adjustable Marzocchi fork, with last year’s units sourcing a Showa fork in the base model and Ohlins unit in the S model.
The 2011 Ducati Monster 1100 EVO is the most powerful, two-valve Ducati engine every built. The power is contained in a chassis that's designed for unrivaled agility and handling, making the Ducati Monster 1100 EVO the ideal street machine.
The "2011 Monster 1100 EVO" carries on the Monster legacy Ducati presented to the world in 1992, one that's minimal in stature but features the latest in technology.
The Monster 1100EVO delivers 100 hp (73,5kW) @ 7500rpm and 75.9 ft. lbs of torque (103Nm) @ 6000rpm.
The Monster 1100EVO features a new APTC wet clutch which ensures quiet operation and long life. The two-valve engine on the Monster 1100EVO features a crankcase which significantly reduces overall engine weight. Ducati Monster 1100EVO Chassis
The Ducati Monster 1100EVO goes further. The Monster 1100EVO is equipped with lightweight aluminum alloy wheels with the new 10-spoke design. Ducati Monster 1100EVO Brembo Brakes
The Monster 1100EVO also features a rear sub-frame ready to support the confidence-inspiring Ducati Performance grab-rail kit for the passenger. Ducati Monster 1100EVO Electronics
This second goal has been achieved by equipping the Ducati Monster 1100EVO with the Ducati Safety Pack (DSP), which comes as standard along with the ABS system and the famous Ducati Traction Control (DTC). The Monster 1100EVO is the first two valve engine model to be equipped with the state of the art Ducati Traction Control system (DTC). The Monster 1100EVO comes standard with the Ducati Safety Pack (DSP) which includes DTC + ABS.
The Monster 1100EVO comes standard with the Ducati Safety Pack (DSP) and includes DTC + ABS.
An LED rear light unit satisfies the minimalist, weight-saving design ethos found throughout the Monster 696. For the Monster 1100EVO, even the license plate light uses LED technology.
Ducati Diavel new model
So-named reportedly because of a Ducati technician’s remark in Bolognese dialect ““Ignurànt comm’ Ducati Diavel” Part of that layout includes a huge 240-section rear tire hanging from the typical Ducati single-sided swingarm (albeit lengthened to accommodate the wider/taller rear tire and quicker accelerative characteristics).
The "Ducati Diavel" will also get the same technological advances as many of its 2011 models, including ABS, Ducati Traction Control, and Ducati Riding modes. Riding ergos are said to be more relaxed than the slightly forward-canted Monster positioning, although surely far from the usual cruiser genre riding setup considering Ducati’s performance heritage.
Among the latest motorcycle accessories, motorbike helmets and motorcycle clothing at the show will be the brand-new Ducati Diavel.
So named after the Bolgonese word for devil, the new bike has been tested in secret, with only the odd grainy spy photo to satisfy Ducati fans' curiosity.
The Ducati Diavel promises "to take the man-motorcycle relationship to the next level in absolute comfort", with stylish, original looks and all the latest technology, such as ABS and Ducati Traction Control.
According to Ducati, the Ducati Diavel will be powered by the Testatretta 11 degree engine and will be equipped with ABS, Ducati Traction Control, and Ducati Riding Modes. Ducati also claims the Diavel will weigh 456 pounds.
This dream comes true via using the local Bolognese dialect for "devil" in naming their new model the Ducati Diavel - pronounced Dee-ah-vel.
One person looking from the rear of the bike saw its silhouette and exclaimed in Bolognese dialect: "Ignurànt comm' al Ducati Diavel!" Ducati now makes the name official as it approaches the unveiling in Milan.
Ducati is proud to continue shaping the future of motorcycling while staying faithful to its Italian heritage.
Ducati Diavel new model
So-named reportedly because of a Ducati technician’s remark in Bolognese dialect ““Ignurànt comm’ Ducati Diavel” Part of that layout includes a huge 240-section rear tire hanging from the typical Ducati single-sided swingarm (albeit lengthened to accommodate the wider/taller rear tire and quicker accelerative characteristics).
The "Ducati Diavel" will also get the same technological advances as many of its 2011 models, including ABS, Ducati Traction Control, and Ducati Riding modes. Riding ergos are said to be more relaxed than the slightly forward-canted Monster positioning, although surely far from the usual cruiser genre riding setup considering Ducati’s performance heritage.
Among the latest motorcycle accessories, motorbike helmets and motorcycle clothing at the show will be the brand-new Ducati Diavel.
So named after the Bolgonese word for devil, the new bike has been tested in secret, with only the odd grainy spy photo to satisfy Ducati fans' curiosity.
The Ducati Diavel promises "to take the man-motorcycle relationship to the next level in absolute comfort", with stylish, original looks and all the latest technology, such as ABS and Ducati Traction Control.
According to Ducati, the Ducati Diavel will be powered by the Testatretta 11 degree engine and will be equipped with ABS, Ducati Traction Control, and Ducati Riding Modes. Ducati also claims the Diavel will weigh 456 pounds.
This dream comes true via using the local Bolognese dialect for "devil" in naming their new model the Ducati Diavel - pronounced Dee-ah-vel.
One person looking from the rear of the bike saw its silhouette and exclaimed in Bolognese dialect: "Ignurànt comm' al Ducati Diavel!" Ducati now makes the name official as it approaches the unveiling in Milan.
Ducati is proud to continue shaping the future of motorcycling while staying faithful to its Italian heritage.
2010 ducati streetfighter review
We also needed to find out if the base Ducati Streetfighter is also worthy of our Italian bike rapture.
At $14,995, the standard Ducati Streetfighter retails for $4,000 less than the upmarket S version, and by doing so it goes without trick Ohlins suspension, Ducati Traction Control and some carbon fiber bits. The 1099cc V-Twin engine is in an identical state of tune as the S, and both bikes share brick-wall Brembo radial-mount brakes and a single-sided aluminum swingarm. The Ducati Streetfighter experience begins even before inserting its key. We brought our bike down to legendary tuner Carry Andrews' Hypercycle Speed Center where it spat out 133.2 roaring ponies at 9800 rpm. To get rolling, you'll have to endure a heavy clutch pull and a slightly grabby dry clutch, but from then on out, the Streetfighter offers an adrenaline-soaked yee-haa! ride. This bike is a traffic ticket waiting to happen.
Speaking of raised things, short people will dislike the 'Fighter's 33.1-inch seat height. This aids front-end feel and stability at speed, but it also places pressure on a rider's wrists that impinges on comfort at normal street speeds.
However, the 'Fighter's ergonomics work surprisingly well on the highway for a naked. The low grips force a more aerodynamic torso position, and the oncoming air pressure alleviates the amount of weight carried by a rider's hands. Once the PITA preload was lessened, we reduced rebound damping to match and also took out a few turns of the compression damping's 5.5-turn range to achieve a more compliant ride. The bloody knuckles were worth it, as the rear suspension was then well matched to the proper wheel control up front. No complaints whatsoever from the insanely powerful Brembo radial-mount 4-piston monoblock calipers and monster 330mm rotors up front. Slippery footpegs don't help matters.
The cylinder head is also the same, making use of four 42mm intake valves and an equal number of 34mm exhaust valves controlled via Ducati’s unique Desmodromic valve actuation system.
Fueling the engine is a pair of Marelli fuel injectors that pump fuel into elongated oval-shaped throttle bodies. The injectors receive fresh air via a modified air tract that is required due to the Ducati Streetfighter s unique front facia design. Where the 1098/1198 Superbike makes use of a radiator and an oil-cooler, the Streetfighter uses twin curved black radiators stacked atop each other. The Streetfighter’s chassis is comprised of a black steel-Trellis frame (the S model gets a bronze painted frame) that appears identical to the 1098/1198 Superbike.
Suspension components including: fork, shock, adjustable rear linkage and steering damper are identical as the outgoing 1098 Superbike. A 245mm braking disc with a twin-piston caliper handles rear braking duties.
The S model adds additional functionality with its standard Ducati Data Analysis (DDA) and Ducati Traction Control (DTC) feature. Like the Ducati Superbikes, the Streetfighter feels exceptionally slim between your legs. With the Ohlin’s components, the Streetfighter settles quickly into the corner. Perhaps one of the most exciting features of the new Ducati Streetfighter S model is its employment of Ducati’s proprietary traction control system.
Engineered based on technology used within Ducati Corse’s world-wide racing efforts, the DTC system uses independent wheel speed sensors to determine if the rear wheel is spinning, signifying a loss in traction. If a loss of traction is detected, the ECU then reduces engine power until traction is restored. Now if Ducati could just somehow discover a way to prevent the front wheel from losing traction
It’s also important to note that at $14,995 in base trim, the Ducati Streetfighter costs $1505 less than its Superbike equivalent.
2010 ducati streetfighter review
We also needed to find out if the base Ducati Streetfighter is also worthy of our Italian bike rapture.
At $14,995, the standard Ducati Streetfighter retails for $4,000 less than the upmarket S version, and by doing so it goes without trick Ohlins suspension, Ducati Traction Control and some carbon fiber bits. The 1099cc V-Twin engine is in an identical state of tune as the S, and both bikes share brick-wall Brembo radial-mount brakes and a single-sided aluminum swingarm. The Ducati Streetfighter experience begins even before inserting its key. We brought our bike down to legendary tuner Carry Andrews' Hypercycle Speed Center where it spat out 133.2 roaring ponies at 9800 rpm. To get rolling, you'll have to endure a heavy clutch pull and a slightly grabby dry clutch, but from then on out, the Streetfighter offers an adrenaline-soaked yee-haa! ride. This bike is a traffic ticket waiting to happen.
Speaking of raised things, short people will dislike the 'Fighter's 33.1-inch seat height. This aids front-end feel and stability at speed, but it also places pressure on a rider's wrists that impinges on comfort at normal street speeds.
However, the 'Fighter's ergonomics work surprisingly well on the highway for a naked. The low grips force a more aerodynamic torso position, and the oncoming air pressure alleviates the amount of weight carried by a rider's hands. Once the PITA preload was lessened, we reduced rebound damping to match and also took out a few turns of the compression damping's 5.5-turn range to achieve a more compliant ride. The bloody knuckles were worth it, as the rear suspension was then well matched to the proper wheel control up front. No complaints whatsoever from the insanely powerful Brembo radial-mount 4-piston monoblock calipers and monster 330mm rotors up front. Slippery footpegs don't help matters.
The cylinder head is also the same, making use of four 42mm intake valves and an equal number of 34mm exhaust valves controlled via Ducati’s unique Desmodromic valve actuation system.
Fueling the engine is a pair of Marelli fuel injectors that pump fuel into elongated oval-shaped throttle bodies. The injectors receive fresh air via a modified air tract that is required due to the Ducati Streetfighter s unique front facia design. Where the 1098/1198 Superbike makes use of a radiator and an oil-cooler, the Streetfighter uses twin curved black radiators stacked atop each other. The Streetfighter’s chassis is comprised of a black steel-Trellis frame (the S model gets a bronze painted frame) that appears identical to the 1098/1198 Superbike.
Suspension components including: fork, shock, adjustable rear linkage and steering damper are identical as the outgoing 1098 Superbike. A 245mm braking disc with a twin-piston caliper handles rear braking duties.
The S model adds additional functionality with its standard Ducati Data Analysis (DDA) and Ducati Traction Control (DTC) feature. Like the Ducati Superbikes, the Streetfighter feels exceptionally slim between your legs. With the Ohlin’s components, the Streetfighter settles quickly into the corner. Perhaps one of the most exciting features of the new Ducati Streetfighter S model is its employment of Ducati’s proprietary traction control system.
Engineered based on technology used within Ducati Corse’s world-wide racing efforts, the DTC system uses independent wheel speed sensors to determine if the rear wheel is spinning, signifying a loss in traction. If a loss of traction is detected, the ECU then reduces engine power until traction is restored. Now if Ducati could just somehow discover a way to prevent the front wheel from losing traction
It’s also important to note that at $14,995 in base trim, the Ducati Streetfighter costs $1505 less than its Superbike equivalent.
2010 Ducati 1198
2010 Ducati 1198
Where I live now, pretty much everyone I know that rides a motorcycle rides a Harley. When asked what my dream bike would be, I gladly respond, a Ducati Monster 696.
The origins of the 1198 stem from its predecessor the Ducati 1098 which has been manufactured by the Italian motorcycle company since 2007. The 1198 shares design elements with its predecessor 1098, but the 1198 has more power and torque, redesigned wheels, lighter headlights, traction control and lighter fairing on the S model.
A system inaugurated and made famous on this last mentioned model is the Desmodromic system, also present in Ducati 1198 s engine configuration. This opens and closes the valves mechanically, ensuring great effectiveness at high rpm and so bringing a major contribution to the engine’s impressive performance.
Competing in MotoGP and the World Superbike has made Ducati very perseverant in developing new systems and Ducati had the first ever production motorcycle fitted with a traction control system that was available to the large public last year. The system intervenes mostly during mid-corner acceleration and prevents the rear wheel from sliding. Also, the Ducati Data Analyzer is another justification for the bigger retail prices of the S and Corse models and is optional on the standard model. On the Ducati 1198 it is all about the fully adjustable 43mm upside-down Showa fork with TiO and a progressive linkage with fully adjustable Showa monoshock as well as stylish light alloy 17-inch 10-spoke wheels. Be it wet or dry, the S and Corse models weigh approximately 5 pounds less than the standard bike.
2010 Ducati 1198
2010 Ducati 1198
Where I live now, pretty much everyone I know that rides a motorcycle rides a Harley. When asked what my dream bike would be, I gladly respond, a Ducati Monster 696.
The origins of the 1198 stem from its predecessor the Ducati 1098 which has been manufactured by the Italian motorcycle company since 2007. The 1198 shares design elements with its predecessor 1098, but the 1198 has more power and torque, redesigned wheels, lighter headlights, traction control and lighter fairing on the S model.
A system inaugurated and made famous on this last mentioned model is the Desmodromic system, also present in Ducati 1198 s engine configuration. This opens and closes the valves mechanically, ensuring great effectiveness at high rpm and so bringing a major contribution to the engine’s impressive performance.
Competing in MotoGP and the World Superbike has made Ducati very perseverant in developing new systems and Ducati had the first ever production motorcycle fitted with a traction control system that was available to the large public last year. The system intervenes mostly during mid-corner acceleration and prevents the rear wheel from sliding. Also, the Ducati Data Analyzer is another justification for the bigger retail prices of the S and Corse models and is optional on the standard model. On the Ducati 1198 it is all about the fully adjustable 43mm upside-down Showa fork with TiO and a progressive linkage with fully adjustable Showa monoshock as well as stylish light alloy 17-inch 10-spoke wheels. Be it wet or dry, the S and Corse models weigh approximately 5 pounds less than the standard bike.
Ducati 848 Review
An unexpected phone call announced an opportunity to test ride the Ducati Superbike 848 several hours hence. Sweet. Sexy, sleek, bright Ducati red, and Italian, the Ducati 848 beckoned me to climb on, snap down my Arai RX-Q's visor and tuck in. With a ridiculous amount of low-end torque, I am eager to shift up and let the bike stretch its legs. The condition of the local roads is not conducive to the Ducati 848's race-ready suspension, so I found myself dialing back a bit on a particular stretch that I've whipped through much faster on other bikes. This surprised me as I've ridden liter bikes often enough--most recently, the KTM RC8 at the Skip Barber Superbike School. On the plus side of things, the bike feels like a featherweight. Its 370 (claimed dry) pounds are well-balanced and the slightest lean or extra weight on the foot peg turns the bike effortlessly. An upright Ducati makes much more sense for real world conditions, and I am a big fan of the Monster series (watch for my test of the 2011 Monster 796 in an upcoming print issue).
Ducati’s latest idea of a middleweight resumes to combining a 370 pounds dry weight with the 134 hp at 10000 rpm and 70.8 lb-ft of torque at 8250 rpm developed by the liquid-cooled 849.4 cc, L-Twin cylinder, four valves per cylinder Desmodromic engine, which was specially developed for the bike.
meets Euro3 regulations without sacrificing performance. Easy to pull, great feedback provider, all translating into impressive time laps.
The tubular steel trellis frame meeting the fully adjustable 43mm Showa upside-down fork at a 24.5-degree angle and the fully adjustable Showa monoshock are all the result of the "Ducati 848" being built with performance in mind. The bike rides on Marchesini 5-spoke light alloy 17-inch wheels with Pirelli Diablo Supercorsa rubber.
Ducati may not have set the 2010 standard Ducati 848 superbike apart from the previous model year, but they do offer an extremly cool Nicky Hayden Edition exclusively for the North American market. With the Ducati 848, Ducati goes mainly against the Japanese middleweight supersport motorcycles, which are all powered by 600cc inline-four engines. On the sides, the fairing is smooth and the aggressive cooling scoop remind us once again of the bike’s bigger sibling. The Ducati 848 Nicky Hayden gets the Hayden Laguna Seca Special Livery with Red frame and Black wheels, which is guaranteed to turn heads.
At the slowest speeds, around parking lots, or making u-turns, the Ducati 848 Dark is easy to keep under control. Zero to forty disappears in an unadvised blink of the eye. The same easy action clutch level that allowed for easy low speed cruising works effortlessly with the shift lever to make changing gears a dream. The stock 41mm Showa shocks still do a good job reducing wheel hop, and front end diving. The wind resistance blowing on your visor and embracing your head lifts the weight off your straining neck muscles, relaxing your upper back, and allows you to ride fatigue free for hours
Ducati 848 Review
An unexpected phone call announced an opportunity to test ride the Ducati Superbike 848 several hours hence. Sweet. Sexy, sleek, bright Ducati red, and Italian, the Ducati 848 beckoned me to climb on, snap down my Arai RX-Q's visor and tuck in. With a ridiculous amount of low-end torque, I am eager to shift up and let the bike stretch its legs. The condition of the local roads is not conducive to the Ducati 848's race-ready suspension, so I found myself dialing back a bit on a particular stretch that I've whipped through much faster on other bikes. This surprised me as I've ridden liter bikes often enough--most recently, the KTM RC8 at the Skip Barber Superbike School. On the plus side of things, the bike feels like a featherweight. Its 370 (claimed dry) pounds are well-balanced and the slightest lean or extra weight on the foot peg turns the bike effortlessly. An upright Ducati makes much more sense for real world conditions, and I am a big fan of the Monster series (watch for my test of the 2011 Monster 796 in an upcoming print issue).
Ducati’s latest idea of a middleweight resumes to combining a 370 pounds dry weight with the 134 hp at 10000 rpm and 70.8 lb-ft of torque at 8250 rpm developed by the liquid-cooled 849.4 cc, L-Twin cylinder, four valves per cylinder Desmodromic engine, which was specially developed for the bike.
meets Euro3 regulations without sacrificing performance. Easy to pull, great feedback provider, all translating into impressive time laps.
The tubular steel trellis frame meeting the fully adjustable 43mm Showa upside-down fork at a 24.5-degree angle and the fully adjustable Showa monoshock are all the result of the "Ducati 848" being built with performance in mind. The bike rides on Marchesini 5-spoke light alloy 17-inch wheels with Pirelli Diablo Supercorsa rubber.
Ducati may not have set the 2010 standard Ducati 848 superbike apart from the previous model year, but they do offer an extremly cool Nicky Hayden Edition exclusively for the North American market. With the Ducati 848, Ducati goes mainly against the Japanese middleweight supersport motorcycles, which are all powered by 600cc inline-four engines. On the sides, the fairing is smooth and the aggressive cooling scoop remind us once again of the bike’s bigger sibling. The Ducati 848 Nicky Hayden gets the Hayden Laguna Seca Special Livery with Red frame and Black wheels, which is guaranteed to turn heads.
At the slowest speeds, around parking lots, or making u-turns, the Ducati 848 Dark is easy to keep under control. Zero to forty disappears in an unadvised blink of the eye. The same easy action clutch level that allowed for easy low speed cruising works effortlessly with the shift lever to make changing gears a dream. The stock 41mm Showa shocks still do a good job reducing wheel hop, and front end diving. The wind resistance blowing on your visor and embracing your head lifts the weight off your straining neck muscles, relaxing your upper back, and allows you to ride fatigue free for hours
Ducati motorcycles:Ducati 2011 848 EVO
Ducati unveiled today the 2011 848 Evo, the most impressive lightweight Superbike ever with more power from the Testastretta engine and more braking power.
The 2011 848 EVO now further enhances Ducati’s most impressive lightweight Superbike ever with more power from the Testastretta engine and more braking power from Brembo’s incredible Monobloc brake technology combining to provide an even more exciting way to enter the world of Ducati Superbikes.
The 848 EVO Dark Stealth and 848EVO will be available at the same price as the outgoing 848 range including the traditional colour of Ducati red with red frame and black wheels and introducing the stunning new “dark stealth” with racing black frame and black wheels.
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