2011 Ducati Superbike 1198 SP Specs, Engine Features, and Overview

Posted in Ducati, Motorcycle, Superbike 1198 SP on April 13th, 2011 by jess

2011 Ducati Superbike 1198 SPThe 2011 Ducati Superbike 1198 SP is an exclusive and high performing sport motorcycle.  It sports an aerodynamic bodywork with sleek lines and race developed fairing.   It all fits in together  to excel on the track, including with employment of weight saving magnesium subframe that provides a construction which secures support for headlamp, instruments, and fairing, and utilizes black 7-spoke lightweight, forged-aluminium, machine-finished wheels by Marchesini.  Engine is a 170 hp 90° L-Twin that displaces 1198 cc.  The SP edition receives further refinement and upgrades including an aluminum tank, Ducati Quick Shift (DQS) electronic system that lets the rider keep throttle open when changing up the gear box, and dry slipper clutch.  Standard is traction control and Ducati Data Analysis (DDA) software.  Exclusive of the 1198 SP mode is the Moto GP inspired rear Öhlins suspension with TTXR twin tube technology that provides totally separate damping adjustment in compression and rebound.

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2011 Ducati Superbike 1198 Specs, Engine Features, and Overview

Posted in Ducati, Motorcycle, Superbike 1198 on April 12th, 2011 by jess

2011 Ducati Superbike 1198 The 2011 Ducati Superbike 1198 sport bike gets its power from a 1198 cc 8-valve L-Twin DOHC engine, that revs up 170 horsepower and 97 lb.ft. of torque tops.  It is paired with a 6-speed transmission dry multi-plate race ready clutch.  The design is supported by lightweight Trellis frame with 34 mm rigid main tubes.  Front suspension receives Showa forks with special low friction titanium oxide treatment for the sliders, while at the rear end linkage system provide separate lower pick-up points for the push-rod and suspension with a Showa single shock.  Highlights of this supreme performing bike are standard equipments including Ducati Traction Control (DTC), Ducati Quick Shift (DQS system), and performance retrieving Ducati Data Analysis (DDA).

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