1999 Ducati 748SPS

Make Model	Ducati 748SPS
Year	1999 - 00
Engine	Four stroke, 90°“L”twin cylinder, DOHC, desmodromic 4 valves per cylinder, belt driven
Capacity	748 cc / 45.6 cu in
Bore x Stroke	88 x 61.5 mm
Cooling System	Liquid cooled
Compression Ratio	11.6:1
Lubrication	Wet sump
Engine Oil	Semi-Synthetic, 10W/40
Oil Capacity	3.5 L / 3.7 US qt / 3.1 Imp qt
Induction	Weber I.A.W. CPU 1.6M
Spark Plug	Champion A55V
Ignition	Electronic
Battery	12V 16Ah
Starting	Electric
Max Power	72.1 kW / 98 hp @ 1100 rpm
Max Power Rear Tyre	66.8 kW / 90.8 hp @ 10900 rpm
Max Torque	75 Nm / 7.65 kg-m /55.3 ft-lb @ 8700 rpm
Clutch	Dry, multi-plate, hydraulic control
Transmission	6 Speed
Primary Drive Ratio	2:1 (31/62)
Gear Ratios	1st 2.466 / 2nd 1.765 / 3rd 1.400 / 4th 1.182 / 5th 1.043 / 6th 0.958:1
Final Drive Ratio	2.64:1 (14/37)
Final Drive	Chain, 520 VL4 - 5/8" x 1/4"
Frame	Trestle type constructed of "ALS 450" steel alloy
Front Suspension	Inverted type, 43 mm diameter stanchions, Showa GD051, fully adjustable
Front Wheel Travel	127 mm / 5.0 in
Rear Suspension	Progressive linkage with adjustable monoshock, Showa GD052-007-02
Rear Wheel Travel	130 mm / 5.1 in
Front Brakes	2 x 320mm Discs, 4 piston calipers, Brembo
Rear Brakes	Single 220 mm disc, 1 piston caliper, Brembo
Front Tyre	120/60 ZR17
Rear Tyre	180/55 ZR17
Rake	25°
Dimensions	Length: 2050 mm / 80.7 in Width: 685 mm / 27.0 in Height: 1090 mm / 42.9 in
Wheelbase	1410 mm / 55.5 in
Seat Height	790 mm / 31.1 in
Ground Clearance	150 mm / 5.9 in.
Handlebar Height	850 mm / 33.5 in.
Dry Weight	198 kg / 436 lbs
Fuel Capacity	17 Litres / 4.5 US gal / 3.7 Imp gal
Consumption Average	5.8 L/100 km / 17.3 km/l / 40.7 US mpg / 48.9 Imp mpg
Braking 60 km/h - 0	13.3 m / 43.6 ft
Braking 100 km/h - 0	37.7 m / 123.7 ft
Standing ¼ Mile	11.2 sec / 204 km/h / 127 mph
Top Speed	250 km/h / 155 mph

Derived from racing bikes that have been consistently winning WSB championships since WSB began, the first Ducati Superbike, the 851, was launched in 1987, this bike was followed with the 888, 916, 748 and the 996. The 916 won several worldwide awards including 4 “Motorcycle of the Year” awards from MCN magazine. The 996 replaced the 916 in 1998. An entry into the legend of Italian motorcycling racing, an aggressive, high performance and beautifully designed machines, closely derived from Ducati’s currently competing in the WSB. Aimed at purists who want everything from a bike with its compact design and slim silhouette to provide superior handling at speeds up to 170 mph. Combines advanced thermodynamics of 4-valve per cylinder with unsurpassed efficiency of Desmodromic valve system.

Updates for 2000:
Styling:
· Brembo 3 hollow spoke wheels
· gold wheels and frame
· 43mm Showa front forks with chrome-plated legs

Fittings:
· fixed fairing and fuel tank fittings

Ergonomics and comfort:
· Brembo PSC 12 clutch master cylinder with higher hydraulic ratio

Chassis:
· fixed castor steering geometry of 24 degrees 30 minutes
· adjustable 43mm Showa upside down front fork with chrome-plated legs
· adjustable Sachs rear shock absorber.

Engine:
· metallic head gaskets

Safety:
· side stand with lock at full extension and anti engine start sensor