2008 Ducati 1098

2008 Ducati 1098 pictures, prices, information, and specifications.
Model Type
Sport
MSRP
$15,995
Dealers
Warranty
24
Insurance
Finance
Generic Type (Primary)
Sport
Manufacturer Country
Italy
Introduction Year
2007
Manufacturer Recommend Minimum Age
16
Parent Company
Ducati
Display Name
1098
Year
2008
Make
Ducati
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 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 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
Brake Brand Name
Brembo(R) 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
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(R)
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(R)
Rear Suspension Material
Aluminum
Air Adjustable
No
Steering Control
Handlebar
Length (ft)
6.88
Height (in/mm)
43.3 / 1100
Wheelbase (in/mm)
56.3 / 1430
Length (ft/ft)
6
Length (ft/in)
10.6
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
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
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
Top Crown
Standard
Stand Type
Kick
Lower Fairing
Standard
Spoiler
Standard
Handlebars
Standard
Upper Fairing
Standard
License Plate
Standard
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
Warranty (Months/Condition)
24 / Limited
Battery Warranty (Months)
0
Windshield Mounts
Standard
Metallic
No
Engine Immobilizer
Standard
Handlebar Lock
Standard
Headlight Mounts
Standard
Halogen Headlight (s)
Standard
Headlight (s)
Standard
Light Type
Halogen
Folding
Yes
Windshield Lowers
No
Height Adjustable
No
Tinted
Yes
Height
Low
User Reviews
3 reviews
  • What a sound
    By  (I am an Owner) on Oct 09, 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 ...

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  • Love It!
    By  (I am an Owner) on Oct 03, 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, ...

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  • One of the fastest bikes, and a great value
    By  (I am an Enthusiast) on 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.

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