Ducati CUCICIOLO T2: history, specs, pictures

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Ducati CUCICIOLO T2
Manufacturer
Production 1946
Class Classic
Engine
Single cylinder, 4-stroke, 12mm intake, clip-on
Bore / Stroke 38.1mm x 38.1mm
Compression ratio 5.5:1
Horsepower 8.05 HP (6.0 KW) @ 5500RPM
Fuel System Carburetor: Weber or Dell`Orto 8mm
Transmission Gear box: 2-Speed

Final Drive: Chain

Clutch: Wet Multi-plate
Brakes Front: Bicycle type
Rear: Bicycle type
Front Tire Bicycle wheel
Rear Tire Bicycle wheel
Weight
Manuals Service Manual


The Ducati CUCICIOLO T2 was a Single cylinder, 4-stroke, 12mm intake, clip-on Classic motorcycle produced by Ducati in 1946. Claimed horsepower was 8.05 HP (6.0 KW) @ 5500 RPM.

Engine[edit | edit source]

A 38.1mm bore x 38.1mm stroke result in a displacement of just 48.0 cubic centimeters.

Drive[edit | edit source]

The bike has a 2-Speed transmission. Power was moderated via the Wet Multi-plate.

Chassis[edit | edit source]

It came with a Bicycle wheel front tire and a Bicycle wheel rear tire. Stopping was achieved via Bicycle type in the front and a Bicycle type in the rear.

1946 - 1952 Ducati CUCICIOLO T2[edit | edit source]

During World War II, Ducati developed a small engine mounted on a bicycle, called the Cucciolo ("little puppy") and in 1950 began producing its own complete 98-pound motorcycle with the same name.