2008 Ducati Superbike 1098 R

Ducati Superbike 1098 R 2008


2008 Ducati Superbike 1098 R specifications, pictures, reviews and rating

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General information
Model name Ducati Superbike 1098 R
Year of manufacture 2008
Type Sport
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Engine and transmission
Engine size 1198.4 ccm (73.13 cubic inches)
Type of engine V2, four-stroke
Output 180.0 HP (131.4 kW)) @ 9750 RPM
Torque 134.4 Nm (13.7 kgf-m or 99.1 ft.lbs) @ 7750 RPM
Compression 12.8:1
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
Cooling system Liquid
Gearbox 6-speed
Transmission type Chain (final drive)
Clutch Dry multiplate with hydraulic control slipper clutch 
Exhaust system Lightweight 2-1-2 system with catalytic converter and 2 lambda probes. Twin stainless steel and titanium mufflers 
Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels
Frame type Tubular steel Trellis frame in ALS 450 
Rake (fork angle) 24.0°
Front suspension Öhlins 43mm fully adjustable upside-down fork with TiN 
Rear suspension Progressive linkage with fully adjustable Öhlins TTXR monoshock with top-out spring. Aluminium single-sided swingarm 
Front tire 120/70-ZR17
Rear tire 190/55-ZR17
Front brakes Double disc
Diameter 330 mm (13.0 inches)
Rear brakes Single disc
Diameter 245 mm (9.6 inches)
Physical measures and capacities
Dry weight 171.0 kg (377.0 pounds)
Power/weight ratio 1.0526 HP/kg
Seat height 820 mm (32.3 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Wheelbase 1430 mm (56.3 inches)
Fuel capacity 15.50 litres (4.10 US gallons)
Other specifications
Color options Red / Racing Gold
Starter Electric
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