Difference between revisions of "Ducati 748"
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|manufacturer = [[Ducati]] | |manufacturer = [[Ducati]] | ||
|parent_company = | |parent_company = | ||
|production = | |production = 1994 - 2003 | ||
|model_year = | |model_year = | ||
|predecessor = | |predecessor = | ||
|successor = | |successor = | ||
|class = [[Sport Bike]] | |class = [[Sport Bike]] | ||
|engine = v2, four-stroke | |engine = 750cc v2, four-stroke | ||
|bore_stroke = 88.0mm x 61.5mm | |bore_stroke = 88.0mm x 61.5mm | ||
|compression = 11.5:1 | |compression = 11.5:1 | ||
|top_speed = | |top_speed = 240 km/h (150 mph) (Economy, Biposto) <br /> | ||
250 km/h (155 mph) (SP, SPS) <br /> | |||
255 km/h (158 mph) (R)<ref name=Falloon2004/> | |||
|power = 94.94 HP (70.8 KW) @ 11000RPM | |power = 94.94 HP (70.8 KW) @ 11000RPM | ||
|torque = 53.84 ft/lbs (73.0 Nm) @ 9000RPM | |torque = 53.84 ft/lbs (73.0 Nm) @ 9000RPM | ||
|ignition = | |ignition = | ||
|spark_plug = | |spark_plug = {{sparkplug|NGK DR8EA}} '97-03 | ||
|battery = | |battery = {{battery|YUASA YB16AL-A2}} '97-03 | ||
|transmission = Gear box: 6-speed <br> | |transmission = Gear box: 6-speed <br> | ||
Final Drive: [[chain]] <br> | Final Drive: [[chain]] <br> | ||
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|height = 42.52 inches (1080 mm) | |height = 42.52 inches (1080 mm) | ||
|seat_height = 31.1 inches (790 mm) | |seat_height = 31.1 inches (790 mm) | ||
|dry_weight = 432 | |dry_weight = 200 kg (440 lb) (Strada)<br /> | ||
|wet_weight = | 202 kg (445 lb) (Biposto) <br /> | ||
198 kg (437 lb) (SP)<br /> | |||
194 kg (428 lb) (SPS)<br /> | |||
196 kg (432 lb) (Economy)<br /> | |||
192 kg (423 lb) (R)<ref name=Falloon2004/> | |||
|wet_weight = 203 kg (448 lb) (unfueled)<ref name=cw1997/> | |||
|fuel_capacity = 4.49 Gallon (17.00 Liters) | |fuel_capacity = 4.49 Gallon (17.00 Liters) | ||
|oil_capacity = | |oil_capacity = | ||
|fuel_consumption = 0.66 litres/100 km (151.5 km/l or 356.40 mpg) | |fuel_consumption = 0.66 litres/100 km (151.5 km/l or 356.40 mpg) | ||
|turning_radius = | |turning_radius = | ||
|related = | |related = [[Ducati 916]] | ||
|competition = | |competition = | ||
}} | }} | ||
The '''[[Ducati]] 748''' was a v2, [[four-stroke]] Sport Bike [[motorcycle]] produced by [[Ducati]] between 1995 and 2003. It could reach a top speed of 149 mph (240 km/h). Max [[torque]] was 53.84 ft/lbs (73.0 Nm) @ 9000 RPM. Claimed [[horsepower]] was 94.94 HP (70.8 KW) @ 11000 RPM. | The '''[[Ducati]] 748''' was a v2, [[four-stroke]] Sport Bike [[motorcycle]] produced by [[Ducati]] between 1995 and 2003. It could reach a top speed of 149 mph (240 km/h). Max [[torque]] was 53.84 ft/lbs (73.0 Nm) @ 9000 RPM. Claimed [[horsepower]] was 94.94 HP (70.8 KW) @ 11000 RPM. | ||
==History== | |||
The Ducati 748 Biposto has been manufactured between 1995 to 1999, but the 748 model was available till 2003, when the 749 Ducati replaced it. The 748 Biposto features the same frame, suspensions and brakes as the 916 model. | |||
Talking about the history of the 748 bike, it's worth mentioning that in 1994 the SP version of the Biposto was born. In 1997, the SPS version with titanium con rods and lightweight frame was released. In 2000, the company launched three versions, the 748E, the 748S and the 748R models, which replaced the Biposto. In 2002, all the models were discontinued. | |||
==Engine== | ==Engine== | ||
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==1999== | ==1999== | ||
<gallery mode="packed-hover"> | |||
File:1999-Ducati-748-Yellow-2816-0.jpg|left|thumb|1999 Ducati 748 in Yellow | |||
File:1999-Ducati-748-Yellow-2816-1.jpg|left|thumb|1999 Ducati 748 in Yellow | |||
File:1999-Ducati-748-Yellow-2816-2.jpg|left|thumb|1999 Ducati 748 in Yellow | |||
< | File:1999-Ducati-748-Yellow-2816-3.jpg|left|thumb|1999 Ducati 748 in Yellow | ||
</gallery> | |||
==2000== | ==2000== | ||
<gallery mode="packed-hover"> | |||
File:2000-Ducati-748R-Yellow-7154-0.jpg|left|thumb|2000 Ducati 748R in Yellow | |||
File:2000-Ducati-748R-Yellow-7154-1.jpg|left|thumb|2000 Ducati 748R in Yellow | |||
File:2000-Ducati-748R-Yellow-7154-2.jpg|left|thumb|2000 Ducati 748R in Yellow | |||
< | File:2000-Ducati-748R-Yellow-7154-3.jpg|left|thumb|2000 Ducati 748R in Yellow | ||
</gallery> | |||
==2001== | ==2001== | ||
<gallery mode="packed-hover"> | |||
File:2001-Ducati-748-Red-1376-0.jpg|left|thumb|2001 Ducati 748 in Red | |||
File:2001-Ducati-748-Red-1376-1.jpg|left|thumb|2001 Ducati 748 in Red | |||
File:2001-Ducati-748-Red-1376-2.jpg|left|thumb|2001 Ducati 748 in Red | |||
File:2001-Ducati-748RS-Yellow-9690-0.jpg|left|thumb|2001 Ducati 748RS in Yellow | |||
File:2001-Ducati-748RS-Yellow-9690-1.jpg|left|thumb|2001 Ducati 748RS in Yellow | |||
File:2001-Ducati-748RS-Yellow-9690-2.jpg|left|thumb|2001 Ducati 748RS in Yellow | |||
File:2001-Ducati-748RS-Yellow-9690-3.jpg|left|thumb|2001 Ducati 748RS in Yellow | |||
File:2001-Ducati-748RS-Yellow-9690-4.jpg|left|thumb|2001 Ducati 748RS in Yellow | |||
File:2001-Ducati-748S-Yellow-4990-0.jpg|left|thumb|2001 Ducati 748S in Yellow | |||
File:2001-Ducati-748S-Yellow-4990-1.jpg|left|thumb|2001 Ducati 748S in Yellow | |||
File:2001-Ducati-748S-Yellow-4990-2.jpg|left|thumb|2001 Ducati 748S in Yellow | |||
File:2001-Ducati-748S-Yellow-4990-3.jpg|left|thumb|2001 Ducati 748S in Yellow | |||
File:2001-Ducati-748S-Yellow-4990-4.jpg|left|thumb|2001 Ducati 748S in Yellow | |||
File:2001-Ducati-748S-Yellow-4990-5.jpg|left|thumb|2001 Ducati 748S in Yellow | |||
File:2001-Ducati-748S-Yellow-4990-6.jpg|left|thumb|2001 Ducati 748S in Yellow | |||
File:2001-Ducati-748R-Yellow-3121-0.jpg|left|thumb|2001 Ducati 748R in Yellow | |||
File:2001-Ducati-748R-Yellow-3121-1.jpg|left|thumb|2001 Ducati 748R in Yellow | |||
File:2001-Ducati-748R-Yellow-3121-2.jpg|left|thumb|2001 Ducati 748R in Yellow | |||
File:2001-Ducati-748R-Yellow-3121-3.jpg|left|thumb|2001 Ducati 748R in Yellow | |||
File:2001-Ducati-748R-Yellow-3121-4.jpg|left|thumb|2001 Ducati 748R in Yellow | |||
File:2001-Ducati-748R-Yellow-3121-5.jpg|left|thumb|2001 Ducati 748R in Yellow | |||
< | File:2001-Ducati-748R-Yellow-3121-6.jpg|left|thumb|2001 Ducati 748R in Yellow | ||
</gallery> | |||
==2002== | ==2002== | ||
<gallery mode="packed-hover"> | |||
File:2002-Ducati-748-Red-6626-0.jpg|left|thumb|2002 Ducati 748 in Red | |||
File:2002-Ducati-748-Red-6626-1.jpg|left|thumb|2002 Ducati 748 in Red | |||
File:2002-Ducati-748-Red-6626-2.jpg|left|thumb|2002 Ducati 748 in Red | |||
File:2002-Ducati-748-Red-6626-3.jpg|left|thumb|2002 Ducati 748 in Red | |||
File:2002-Ducati-748-Red-6626-4.jpg|left|thumb|2002 Ducati 748 in Red | |||
File:2002-Ducati-748-Red-6626-5.jpg|left|thumb|2002 Ducati 748 in Red | |||
File:2002-Ducati-748-Red-6626-6.jpg|left|thumb|2002 Ducati 748 in Red | |||
< | File:2002-Ducati-748-Red-6626-7.jpg|left|thumb|2002 Ducati 748 in Red | ||
</gallery> | |||
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[[File:ducati-748-1995-1999-0.jpg|600px|1995 - 1999 Ducati 748]] | [[File:ducati-748-1995-1999-0.jpg|600px|1995 - 1999 Ducati 748]] | ||
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* [https://motopixel.org/pixel/long-way-round#ducati-748 Long Way Round] | * [https://motopixel.org/pixel/long-way-round#ducati-748 Long Way Round] | ||
* [https://motopixel.org/pixel/the-italian-job#ducati-748 The Italian Job] | * [https://motopixel.org/pixel/the-italian-job#ducati-748 The Italian Job] | ||
==References== | |||
{{reflist|refs= | |||
<ref name=cw1997> | |||
{{citation|title=Guilt by Association—Ducati 748: The Bike Without a Class|author=Don Canet|journal=[[Cycle World]]|date=April 1997|pages=49–50|url=https://books.google.com/books?id=QGMMRS3b0KQC&pg=RA3-PA52}}</ref> | |||
<ref name=Falloon2004>{{Citation|last = Falloon | year = 2004 | first = Ian | title = Standard Catalog of Ducati Motorcycles 1946-2005 | publisher = KP Books | location = Iola, WI | pages = 223–229 | isbn = 978-0873497145 | quote= }}</ref> | |||
}} | |||
==Further reading== | ==Further reading== |
Revision as of 15:57, 23 May 2019
Manufacturer | Ducati |
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Also called | 748 Biposto, 748 - 748 S |
Production | 1994 - 2003 |
Class | Sport Bike |
Engine | 750cc v2, four-stroke |
Bore / Stroke | 88.0mm x 61.5mm |
Compression ratio | 11.5:1 |
Top speed | 240 km/h (150 mph) (Economy, Biposto) 250 km/h (155 mph) (SP, SPS) |
Horse Power | 94.94 HP (70.8 KW) @ 11000RPM |
Torque | 53.84 ft/lbs (73.0 Nm) @ 9000RPM |
Sparkplug | NGK DR8EA '97-03 |
Battery | YUASA YB16AL-A2 '97-03 |
Transmission | Gear box: 6-speed Final Drive: chain |
Suspension | Front: Inverted forks Rear: Progressive linkage with adjustable monoshock |
Brakes | Front: double disc Rear: single disc |
Front Tire | 120/60-zr17 |
Rear Tire | 180/55-zr17 |
Wheelbase | 55.51 inches (1410 mm) |
Dimensions | L 79.92 inches (2030 mm) H 42.52 inches (1080 mm) |
Seat height | 31.1 inches (790 mm) |
Weight | 200 kg (440 lb) (Strada) 202 kg (445 lb) (Biposto) |
Fuel capacity | 4.49 Gallon (17.00 Liters) |
Fuel consumption | 0.66 litres/100 km (151.5 km/l or 356.40 mpg) |
Related | Ducati 916 |
Manuals | Service Manual |
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The Ducati 748 was a v2, four-stroke Sport Bike motorcycle produced by Ducati between 1995 and 2003. It could reach a top speed of 149 mph (240 km/h). Max torque was 53.84 ft/lbs (73.0 Nm) @ 9000 RPM. Claimed horsepower was 94.94 HP (70.8 KW) @ 11000 RPM.
History
The Ducati 748 Biposto has been manufactured between 1995 to 1999, but the 748 model was available till 2003, when the 749 Ducati replaced it. The 748 Biposto features the same frame, suspensions and brakes as the 916 model.
Talking about the history of the 748 bike, it's worth mentioning that in 1994 the SP version of the Biposto was born. In 1997, the SPS version with titanium con rods and lightweight frame was released. In 2000, the company launched three versions, the 748E, the 748S and the 748R models, which replaced the Biposto. In 2002, all the models were discontinued.
Engine
The engine was a liquid cooled v2, four-stroke. A 88.0mm bore x 61.5mm stroke result in a displacement of just 748.0 cubic centimeters. Fuel was supplied via a desmodromic valve control.
Drive
The bike has a 6-speed transmission.
Chassis
It came with a 120/60-zr17 front tire and a 180/55-zr17 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via double disc in the front and a single disc in the rear. The front suspension was a Inverted forks while the rear was equipped with a Progressive linkage with adjustable monoshock. The 748 was fitted with a 4.49 Gallon (17.00 Liters) fuel tank. The bike weighed just 432.11 pounds (196.0 Kg). The wheelbase was 55.51 inches (1410 mm) long.
1999
2000
2001
2002
1995 - 1999 Ducati 748
In Media
- Shampoo: Girl Power
- Black Sash
- Rollin' With The Nines
- Sleeping with the Devil
- Mutant X
- La tigre e la neve
- Armageddon
- Monster Garage
- Sleeper Cell
- Long Way Round
- The Italian Job
References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 Falloon, Ian (2004), Standard Catalog of Ducati Motorcycles 1946-2005, Iola, WI: KP Books, pp. 223–229, ISBN 978-0873497145
- ↑ Don Canet (April 1997), "Guilt by Association—Ducati 748: The Bike Without a Class", Cycle World: 49–50, https://books.google.com/books?id=QGMMRS3b0KQC&pg=RA3-PA52
Further reading
- Falloon, Ian (2013). Ducati Desmoquattro Twins: 851, 888, 916, 996, 998, ST4 1988 to 2004, The Essential Buyer's Guide. Veloce Publishing. ISBN 9781845844301. https://books.google.com/books?id=RA-SquT7MWUC&pg=PA14.
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