Ducati PIUMA 48

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Ducati PIUMA 48
Manufacturer Ducati
Production 1961
Class Classic
Engine Single cylinder, 2-stroke, piston-port, Air-cooled
Bore / Stroke 38.1mm x 38.1mm
Compression ratio 6.3:1
Horse Power 4.96 HP (3.7 KW) @ 5200RPM
Transmission Gear box: 3-Speed

Final Drive: Chain

Clutch: Wet Multi-plate
Suspension Front: Telescopic fork
Rear: Swingarm, twin shocks
Brakes Front: Drum
Rear: Drum
Front Tire 2.25x18
Rear Tire 2.25x18
Wheelbase 45.71 inches (1161 mm)
Dimensions L 69.69 inches (1770 mm)
Seat height 29.88 inches (759 mm)
Weight  (dry), 47.0 kg (wet)
Manuals Service Manual
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The Ducati PIUMA 48 was a Single cylinder, 2-stroke, piston-port, Air-cooled Classic motorcycle produced by Ducati in 1961. Claimed horsepower was 4.96 HP (3.7 KW) @ 5200 RPM.

Engine

A 38.1mm bore x 38.1mm stroke result in a displacement of just 47.6 cubic centimeters.

Drive

The bike has a 3-Speed transmission. Power was moderated via the Wet Multi-plate.

Chassis

It came with a 2.25x18 front tire and a 2.25x18 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 Swingarm, twin shocks. The wheelbase was 45.71 inches (1161 mm) long.

1961 - 1968 Ducati PIUMA 48

1961 - 1968 Ducati PIUMA 48 1961 - 1968 Ducati PIUMA 48 1961 - 1968 Ducati PIUMA 48 1961 - 1968 Ducati PIUMA 48 1961 - 1968 Ducati PIUMA 48

Ducati decide in 1961, to release the Piuma 48. This bike comes witha 48cc single cylinder, two-stroke engine that was mated to a single three-speed unit gearbox.