4. Ducati 1098s 169 mph (271 km/h)
The Ducati 1098 is a 1099 cc L-twin sport bike manufactured by Ducati. It was announced on November 8, 2006 for the 2007 model year and replaces the 999. The 1098 makes a manufacturer claimed 160 horsepower, 90.4 ft-lb torque, and weighs 173kg. These figures gives the 1098 the highest torque-to-weight ratio of any production sport bike ever made.
| Manufacturer | Ducati |
|---|---|
| Also called | “Ten-nine-eight” |
| Production | 2007-2008 (1098R: 2007-today) |
| Predecessor | Ducati 999 |
| Successor | Ducati 1198 |
| Class | Sport bike[1] |
| Engine | 1099–1198 cc L-twin cylinder, 4 valve per cylinder Desmodromic, liquid cooled |
| Power | 160–180 hp |
| Torque | 90–99 ft·lbf |
| Related | Ducati 848 |
| IDENTIFICATION | |
|---|---|
| Model Type | Sport |
| BASE MSRP(US) | $20,995.00 |
| Dealers | Ducati Dealers |
| Warranty | 24 |
| Insurance | Get a Quote |
| Finance | |
| ENGINE: | |
| Engine Type | Longitudinal Twin |
| Cylinders | 2 |
| Engine Stroke | 4-Stroke |
| Cooling | Liquid |
| Valves | 8 |
| Valves Per Cylinder | 4 |
| Valve Configuration | DOHC |
| Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 |
| Starter | Electric |
| Fuel Requirements | Premium |
| Fuel Type | Gas |
| TRANSMISSION: | |
| Transmission Type | Manual |
| Number Of Speeds | 6 |
| Primary Drive (Rear Wheel) | Chain |
| WHEELS & TIRES: | |
| Front Tire (Full Spec) | 120/70 ZR17 |
| Rear Tire (Full Spec) | 190/55 ZR17 |
| BRAKES: | |
| Front Brake Type | Dual Disc |
| Rear Brake Type | Disc |
| TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS: | |
| Wheelbase (in/mm) | 56.3 / 1430 |
| Fuel Capacity (gal/l) | 4.1 / 15.5 |
