| Ducati's profilation of this bike |
| Built around the Testastretta engine, the 999S possesses the form of a pure sports bike: low, long, and narrow with exciting componentry and a technical look. Ducati’s experience gained over years of successful racing at the highest levels is evident in the design and technical characteristics of the 999S. |
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General information |
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Motorcycle name
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Ducati 999 S |
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Year
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2005 |
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Category
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Sport |
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Rating
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Engine and transmission |
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Displacement
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998.0 ccm (60.90 cubic inches) |
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Engine type
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V2, four-stroke |
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Power
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143.0 HP (104.4 kW)) @ 9750 RPM |
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Torque
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114.0 Nm (11.6 kgf-m or 84.1 ft.lbs) @ 8000 RPM |
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Compression
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11.4:1 |
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Bore x stroke
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100.0 x 63.5 mm (3.9 x 2.5 inches) |
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Valves per cylinder
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4 |
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Fuel system
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Injection. Marelli electronic fuel injection, 54 mm throttle body |
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Fuel control
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Desmodromic valve control |
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Cooling system
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Liquid |
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Gearbox
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6-speed |
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Transmission type
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Chain (final drive) |
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Clutch
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Dry multiplate with hydraulic control |
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Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels |
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Frame type
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Tubular steel trellis |
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Rake (fork angle)
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23.5° |
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Front suspension
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Öhlins 43 mm upside-down fully adjustable fork with TiN surface treatment, for radial calipers |
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Front wheel travel
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130 mm (5.1 inches) |
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Rear suspension
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Progressive linkage with fully adjustable Öhlins monoshock |
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Rear wheel travel
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148 mm (5.8 inches) |
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Front tire
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120/70-ZR17 |
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Rear tire
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190/50-ZR17 |
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Front brakes
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Double disc |
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Diameter
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320 mm (12.6 inches) |
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Rear brakes
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Single disc |
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Diameter
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240 mm (9.4 inches) |
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Physical measures and capacities |
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Dry weight
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186.0 kg (410.1 pounds) |
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Power/weight ratio
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0.7688 HP/kg |
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Seat height
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780 mm (30.7 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
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Wheelbase
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1420 mm (55.9 inches) |
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Fuel capacity
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15.50 litres (4.10 US gallons) |
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Other specifications |
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Color options
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Red/black, glossy black/black |
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