Ducati 900 Superlight: history, specs, pictures

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Ducati 900 Superlight
Manufacturer
Also called 900 SL Superlight
Production 1992 - 1996
Engine
v2, four-stroke
Bore / Stroke 92.0mm x 68.0mm
Top Speed 127 mph (204 km/h)
Horsepower 78.32 HP (58.4 KW) @ 7000RPM
Torque 61.52 ft/lbs (83.4 Nm) @ 6400RPM
Transmission Gear box: 6-speed
Final Drive: chain
Brakes Front: dual disc
Rear: single disc
Front Tire 120/70-17
Rear Tire 170/60-17
Seat Height 29.53 inches (750 mm)
Weight 401.24 pounds (182.0 Kg) (dry), 196.0 kg (wet)
Oil Filter K&N KN-153[1]
Fuel Capacity 4.62 Gallon (17.50 Liters)
Manuals Service Manual


The Ducati 900 SL Superlight was a v2, four-stroke standard produced by Ducati between 1992 and 1996. It could reach a top speed of 127 mph (204 km/h). Max torque was 61.52 ft/lbs (83.4 Nm) @ 6400 RPM. Claimed horsepower was 78.32 HP (58.4 KW) @ 7000 RPM.

Engine[edit | edit source]

The engine was a air cooled v2, four-stroke. A 92.0mm bore x 68.0mm stroke result in a displacement of just 904.0 cubic centimeters. Fuel was supplied via a desmodromic valve control.

Drive[edit | edit source]

The bike has a 6-speed transmission.

Chassis[edit | edit source]

It came with a 120/70-17 front tire and a 170/60-17 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via dual disc in the front and a single disc in the rear. The 900 SL Superlight was fitted with a 4.62 Gallon (17.50 Liters) fuel tank. The bike weighed just 401.24 pounds (182.0 Kg).

References[edit | edit source]

  1. 2019 K&L Supply Co Catalog. K&L Supply Co. 2019.