Tech Spec
Evolution
Ducati's familiar 848 Superbike gets a new top end for more high-rpm power, along with stronger brakes and a steering damper.
Rivals
Honda CBR600RR, Kawasaki ZX-6R, Suzuki GSX-R600, Triumph Daytona 675, Yamaha YZF-R6
| TECH |
| Price |
$12,995-$13,995 |
| Engine type |
l-c 90-deg. V-twin |
| Valve train |
DOHC, 8v desmodromic |
| Displacement |
849cc |
| Bore x stroke |
94.0 x 61.2mm |
| Compression |
13.2:1 |
| Fuel system |
EFI |
| Clutch |
Wet, multi-plate |
| Transmission |
6-speed |
| Claimed horsepower |
140.0 bhp @ 10,500 rpm |
| Claimed torque |
72.3 lb.-ft. @ 9750 rpm |
| Frame |
Tubular-steel trellis with single-sided aluminum swingarm |
| Front suspension |
43mm Showa inverted fork with adjustable spring preload, compression and rebound damping |
| Rear suspension |
Showa shock with adjustable spring preload, compression and rebound damping |
| Front brake |
Dual Brembo radial-mount four-piston calipers, 320mm discs |
| Rear brake |
Brembo two-piston caliper, 245mm disc |
| Front tire |
120/70ZR-17 Pirelli Diablo Supercorsa SP |
| Rear tire |
180/55ZR-17 Pirelli Diablo Supercorsa SP |
| Rake/trail |
24.5°/3.8 in. |
| Seat height |
32.2 in. |
| Wheelbase |
56.3 in. |
| Fuel capacity |
4.1 gal. |
| Claimed dry weight |
370 lbs. |
| Color |
Dark Stealth, Ducati Red |
| Available |
Now |
| Warranty |
2 yrs., unlimited mi. |
| Contact |
Ducati North America
10443 Bandley Dr. Cupertino, CA 95014
408.253.30499
www.ducati.com |
Verdict 4 out of 5 stars
We've always liked Ducati's middleweight Superbike, and we love it with more power and better handling