2009 Ducati Superbike 1198

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General information
Model:	Ducati Superbike 1198
Year:	2009
Category:	Sport
Rating:	66.8 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other bikes
Engine and transmission
Displacement:	1198.40 ccm (73.13 cubic inches)
Engine type:	V2
Stroke:	4
Power:	170.00 HP (124.1 kW)) @ 9750 RPM
Torque:	131.53 Nm (13.4 kgf-m or 97.0 ft.lbs) @ 8000 RPM
Compression:	12.7:1
Bore x stroke:	106.0 x 67.9 mm (4.2 x 2.7 inches)
Fuel system:	Injection. Marelli electronic fuel injection, elliptical throttle bodies
Fuel control:	Desmodromic valve control
Starter:	Electric
Cooling system:	Liquid
Gearbox:	6-speed
Transmission type final drive:	Chain
Clutch:	Dry multiplate with hydraulic control
Physical measures
Dry weight:	171.0 kg (377.0 pounds)
Seat height:	820 mm (32.3 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Wheelbase:	1,430 mm (56.3 inches)
Chassis and dimensions
Frame type:	Tubular steel Trellis frame in ALS 450
Rake (fork angle):	24.5°
Front suspension:	Showa 43mm with TiO fully adjustable upside-down fork
Front suspension travel:	127 mm (5.0 inches)
Rear suspension:	Progressive linkage with fully adjustable Showa monoshock. Aluminium single-sided swingarm
Rear suspension travel:	127 mm (5.0 inches)
Front tyre dimensions:	120/70-ZR17
Rear tyre dimensions:	190/55-ZR17
Front brakes:	Double disc
Front brakes diameter:	330 mm (13.0 inches)
Rear brakes:	Single disc
Rear brakes diameter:	245 mm (9.6 inches)
Exhaust system:	Lightweight 2-1-2 system with catalytic converter and lambda probe. Twin stainless steel mufflers
Speed and acceleration
Power/weight ratio:	0.9942 HP/kg
Other specifications
Fuel capacity:	15.50 litres (4.10 gallons)
Color options:	Rosso (Nero/Grigio), Bianco perla (Nero/Grigio)