Ducati 55
The Ducati 55 was a Single cylinder, 4-stroke Classic motorcycle produced by Ducati in 1955. Claimed horsepower was 1.34 HP (1.0 KW) @ 5500 RPM.
Ducati 55 | |
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Production | 1955 |
Class | Classic |
Engine | Single cylinder, 4-stroke |
Bore / Stroke | 38.1mm x 38.1mm |
Compression ratio | 6.7:1 |
Horsepower | 1.34 HP (1.0 KW) @ 5500RPM |
Transmission | Gear box: 2-Speed Final Drive: Chain |
Suspension | Front: Telescopic fork Rear: Non-adjustable twin hydraulic shocks, swingarm |
Brakes | Front: Drum Rear: Drum |
Front Tire | 2.00-18 CEAT |
Rear Tire | 2.00-18 CEAT |
Wheelbase | 42.91 inches (1090 mm) |
Length | 66.89 inches (1699 mm) |
Seat Height | 33.11 inches (841 mm) |
Weight | 47.0 kg (wet) |
Manuals | Service Manual |
EngineEdit
A 38.1mm bore x 38.1mm stroke result in a displacement of just 48.0 cubic centimeters.
DriveEdit
The bike has a 2-Speed transmission. Power was moderated via the Wet Multi-plate.
ChassisEdit
It came with a 2.00-18 CEAT front tire and a 2.00-18 CEAT rear tire. Stopping was achieved via Drum in the front and a Drum in the rear. The front suspension was a Telescopic fork while the rear was equipped with a Non-adjustable twin hydraulic shocks, swingarm. The wheelbase was 42.91 inches (1090 mm) long.
1955 - 1957 Ducati 55Edit
Ducati 55 has the same 48cc engine, it had an uprated frame with leading link forks. 55E model variant had a rear suspension whilst the 55R was rigid.