 1998 Ducati 916 SPS | |
| Manufacturer | Ducati |
|---|---|
| Production | 1994–1998 |
| Predecessor | Ducati 888 |
| Successor | Ducati 996 |
| Class | Sport bike |
| Engine | Four-stroke, 916 cc (56 cu in), 90° V-twin, fuel injected 4-valve-per-cylinder desmodromic, liquid-cooled[1][2] |
| Bore / stroke | 94.0 mm × 66.0 mm (3.70 in × 2.60 in) |
| Top speed | 257 km/h (159.7 mph)[1] or 260 km/h (161.6 mph)[2] |
| Power | 85 kW (114 bhp) @ 9000 rpm (claimed)[1] |
| Torque | 67 lb⋅ft (91 N⋅m) @ 6,900 rpm (claimed)[3] |
| Transmission | 6-speed, chain drive[1] |
| Frame type | Tubular steel trellis frame[1] |
| Suspension | Front: 43 mm (1.7 in) Showa Rear: Showa rising-rate mono swingarm (US and Senna had Öhlins)[2] |
| Brakes | Front: Dual 320 mm (13 in)[2] disc Rear: Single 220 mm (8.7 in)[2] disc[1] |
| Wheelbase | 1,410 mm (56 in)[2] |
| Dimensions | L: 2,050 mm (81 in)[2] W: 685 mm (27.0 in)[2] |
| Seat height | 790 mm (31 in)[2] |
| Weight | 194.5 kg (429 lb)[1] (dry) |
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The Ducati 916 is a fully faired sport bike made by Ducati from 1994 to 1998.[a] Featuring a 916 cc (56 cu in) fuel injected, 4-valve, desmo, liquid-cooled, 90° V-twin engine in a trellis frame with a single-sided swingarm and USD forks, the 916 is frequently cited as one of the most beautiful motorcycles ever.[6][7]
- ^ a b c d e f g Brown 2004, p. 147.
- ^ a b c d e f g h i Falloon 2004, p. 210.
- ^ "Ducati 916 Road Test". Classic Bikes. July 29, 2012. Retrieved September 4, 2016.
- ^ Falloon 2004, pp. 207–221.
- ^ Falloon 2004, pp. 220–223.
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