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2008 Ducati 1098 Base

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2008 Ducati 1098 Base

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Identification
Model Type  Sport
BASE MSRP(US)  $15,995.00
Dealers Ducati Dealers
Warranty  24
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Engine:  
Engine Brand Name  Testastretta Evoluzione
Engine Type  Longitudinal Twin
Cylinders  2
Engine Stroke  4-Stroke
Horsepower (bhp/kW)  160 / 119.3
Horsepower RPM  9750
Torque (Ft Lbs/Nm)  90.4 / 123
Torque RPM  8000
Cooling  Liquid
Valves  8
Valves Per Cylinder  4
Valve Configuration  DOHC
Bore (mm/in)  104 / 4.1
Stroke (mm/in)  64.7 / 2.55
Displacement (cc/ci)  1099 / 67.1
Compression Ratio  12.5:1
Starter  Electric
Fuel Requirements  Premium
Fuel Type  Gas
Carburetion Brand  Marelli
Fuel Injector  Yes
Carburetor  No
Carburetion Type  Fuel Injected
Transmission:  
Transmission Type  Manual
Number Of Speeds  6
Overdrive  Yes
Primary Drive (Rear Wheel)  Chain
Primary Drive (Engine / Transmission)  Gear
Gear Ratio (1/2/3/4/5/6)  2.47 / 1.76 / 1.4 / 1.18 / 1.04 / 0.96
Reverse  No
Final Drive Ratio  2.53
Wheels & Tires:  
Wheels Composition  Aluminum
Tube / Tubeless  Tubeless
Front Wheel Width (in)  3.5
Rear Wheel Width (in)  6
Chromed  No
Front Tire Width  120
Front Tire Aspect Ratio  70
Front Tire Speed Rating  Z
Front Wheel Diameter  17
Rear Tire Width  190
Rear Tire Aspect Ratio  55
Rear Tire Speed Rating  Z
Rear Wheel Diameter  17
Front Tire (Full Spec)  120/70 ZR17
Rear Tire (Full Spec)  190/55 ZR17
Brakes:  
Brake Brand Name  Brembo® Monobloc
Front Brake Type  Dual Disc
Front Brake Diameter (in/mm)  13 / 330
Rear Brake Type  Disc
Rear Brake Diameter (in/mm)  9.7 / 245
Suspension:  
Front Suspension Type  Inverted Fork
Front Suspension Size (in/mm)  1.7 / 43
Front Travel (in/mm)  5 / 127
Front Adjustable Fork Pre-Load  Yes
Front Adjustable Rebound Damping  Yes
Front Central Suspension Strut  No
Front Suspension Brand Name  Showa®
Steering Damper  No
Rear Suspension Type  Single Sided Swing Arm
Rear Travel (in/mm)  5 / 127
Rear Adjustable Shock / Spring Pre-Load  Yes
Rear Adjustable Rebound Damping  Yes
Number Rear Shock Absorbers  1
Rear Suspension Brand Name  Showa®
Rear Suspension Material  Aluminum
Air Adjustable  No
Steering:  
Steering Control  Handlebar
Technical Specifications:  
Length (ft)  6.88
Height (in/mm)  43.3 / 1100
Wheelbase (in/mm)  56.3 / 1430
Length (ft/ft)  6
Length (ft/in)  11
Dry Weight (lbs/kg)  381 / 173
Fuel Capacity (gal/l)  4.1 / 15.5
Fuel Capacity Reserve (gal/l)  1 / 4
Engine Displacement to Weight (cc)  2.88
Seats:  
Seat Type  Two-Piece
Adjustable  No
Seat Location  Driver and Passenger
Folding  No
Seat Height (in/mm)  32.2 / 820
Number Of Seats  2
Backrest Logo Plate  No
Seat Tail Cover  Standard
Grab Rail or Strap  Standard
Exterior:  
Frame  Steel
Body Material  Plastic
Hand Grips  Standard
Foot Peg Location  Driver and Passenger
Chain Guard  Yes
Drive Shaft Guard  No
Fork Guards  Yes
Saddle Bag Guard  No
Tank Guard  Yes
Belt Guard  No
Hand Guards  No
Brush Guard  No
Heel Guards  No
Exhaust Guard  Yes
Light Guard  No
Exterior Covers  Standard
Front Fender  Standard
Rear Fender  Standard
Stand Type  Kick
Lower Fairing  Standard
Spoiler  Standard
Handlebars  Standard
Upper Fairing  Standard
Instrumentation:  
Digital Instrumentation  Standard
Clock  Standard
Tachometer  Standard
Trip Odometer  Standard
Trip Computer  Standard
Speedometer  Standard
Temperature Warning Type  Light
Fuel Level Warning Type  Gauge
Service Reminder  Standard
Pricing:  
Warranty (Months/Condition)  24 / Limited
Identification:  
Generic Type (Primary)  Sport
Manufacturer Country  Italy
Introduction Year  2007
Manufacturer Recommend Minimum Age  16
NADATrimID  27996
Mounts:  
Windshield Mounts  Standard
Paint & Finish:  
Metallic  No
Convenience:  
Engine Immobilizer  Standard
Lights:  
Halogen Headlight (s)  Standard
Glass:  
Rearview Mirrors  Standard
Windshield Lowers  No
Height Adjustable  No
Tinted  Yes
Height  Low

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By Nate(Owner), Oct. 3, 2008
I just got my 1098 3 days ago and I love it. I rode Japanese bikes for 13 years and decided I wanted to get a Ducati...Words can't explain the feeling this bike gives you when you ride it. It is effortless to ride, great power...and I am saying this while keeping the RPM's in the breakin range..Ok... Read Full Review

 

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One of the fastest bikes, and a great value
By Jeremiah(Enthusiast), Aug. 26, 2008
The Ducati 1098 is obviously the sexiest bike out there, and also one of the fastest. The thing that I find amazing is that the price is very reasonable! It is a great value, and the sex-appeal this thing has makes it a must-buy for any true moto enthusiast. Read Full Review

 

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What a sound
By Kevin (Owner), Oct. 9, 2009
WOW I've owned many sportbikes, I've been riding for close to 30 years. I've had R1's, gsxr's 750-1000's, you name it. But the sound that the Ducati 1098 gives off is simply amazing. The torque is there from the idle all the way up to 10000 rpm's. What a bike. Well worth the premium. Glad I bought i... Read Full Review

 

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