Tech Spec
Evolution
Ducati's 1098 Superbike loses its fairing, gets some geometry tweaks and swaps clip-ons for a conventional handlebar.
Rivals
Performance-oriented naked bikes such as the Aprilia Tuono 1000 R Factory, Buell 1125CR, KTM 990 Super Duke R, MV Agusta Brutale 1078RR and Triumph Speed Triple
| TECH |
| Price | $18,995 |
| Engine type | l-c 90-deg. V-twin |
| Valve train | DOHC, 8v desmodromic |
| Displacement | 1099cc |
| Bore x stroke | 104.0 x 64.7mm |
| Compression | 12.5:1 |
| Fuel system | Marelli EFI |
| Clutch | Dry, multi-plate |
| Transmission | 6-speed |
| Claimed horsepower | 155 bhp @ 9500 rpm |
| Claimed torque | 85 lb.-ft. @ 9500 rpm |
| Frame | Tubular-steel trellis with single-sided |
| | aluminum swingarm |
| Front suspension | 43mm Ohlins inverted fork with adjustable |
| | spring preload, compression and rebound damping |
| Rear suspension | Single Ohlins shock with adjustable |
| | spring preload, compression and rebound damping |
| Front brake | Four-piston Brembo Monobloc radial |
| | calipers, 330mm discs |
| Rear brake | Two-piston Brembo caliper, 245mm disc |
| Front tire | 120/70ZR-17 Pirelli Diablo Corsa III |
| Rear tire | 190/55ZR-17 Pirelli Diablo Corsa III |
| Rake/trail | 25.6 deg./4.5 in. |
| Seat height | 33.0 in. |
| Wheelbase | 58.1 in. |
| Fuel capacity | 4.4 gal. |
| Claimed dry weight | 368 lbs. |
| Colors | Red, black |
| Available | May |
| Warranty | 48 mo., unlimited mi. |
Contact
Ducati North America, Inc.
10443 Bandley Dr.
Cupertino, CA 95014
www.ducatiusa.com
Verdict 4 stars out of 5
Pure Superbike performance in a pure streetbike platform.