Ducati 100 CADET

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Ducati 100 CADET
Manufacturer
Production 1966
Class Classic
Engine
Single cylinder, 2-stroke, piston port
Bore / Stroke 50.8mm x 50.8mm
Compression ratio 10.0:1
Horsepower 7.24 HP (5.4 KW) @ 7000RPM
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 2.25-18
Rear Tire 2.50-18
Wheelbase 45.71 inches (1161 mm)
Length 71.3 inches (1811 mm)
Width 25.98 inches (660 mm)
Seat Height 29.49 inches (749 mm)
Weight 66.0 kg (wet)
Manuals Service Manual


The Ducati 100 CADET was a Single cylinder, 2-stroke, piston port Classic motorcycle produced by Ducati in 1966. Claimed horsepower was 7.24 HP (5.4 KW) @ 7000 RPM.

Engine[edit | edit source]

A 50.8mm bore x 50.8mm stroke result in a displacement of just 97.0 cubic centimeters.

Drive[edit | edit source]

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

Chassis[edit | edit source]

It came with a 2.25-18 front tire and a 2.50-18 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.

1966 Ducati 100 CADET[edit | edit source]

1966 Ducati 100 CADET 1966 Ducati 100 CADET 1966 Ducati 100 CADET

The Cadet was a road bike, powered by a 97.6cc engine. This was good for 7.2 horsepower, and as this example is an early model the engine is paired to a twist grip handlebar shift.