Ducati SCRAMBLER 450
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| Ducati SCRAMBLER 450 | |
| Manufacturer | |
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| Production | 1962 |
| Class | Classic |
| Engine | -stroke single-cylinder, with 10 forward configuration Light alloy cylinder head and block (with cast-iron liner) |
| Bore / Stroke | 86.4mm x 86.4mm |
| Compression ratio | 9.3:1 |
| Horsepower | 26.95 HP (20.1 KW) @ 6500RPM |
| Transmission | Gear box: 5-Speed Final Drive: Chain |
| Suspension | Front: Front hydraulic telescopic forks Rear: Swinging arm rear suspension with adjustable shocks |
| Brakes | Front: Drum Rear: Drum |
| Front Tire | 3.50x19 |
| Rear Tire | 4.00x18 |
| Wheelbase | 54.29 inches (1379 mm) |
| Length | 83.5 inches (2121 mm) |
| Width | 37.01 inches (940 mm) |
| Seat Height | 30.31 inches (770 mm) |
| Weight | 154.0 kg (wet) |
| Manuals | Service Manual |
The Ducati SCRAMBLER 450 was a -stroke single-cylinder, with 10 forward configuration Light alloy cylinder head and block (with cast-iron liner) Classic motorcycle produced by Ducati in 1962. Claimed horsepower was 26.95 HP (20.1 KW) @ 6500 RPM.
Engine[edit | edit source]
A 86.4mm bore x 86.4mm stroke result in a displacement of just 436.0 cubic centimeters.
Drive[edit | edit source]
The bike has a 5-Speed transmission. Power was moderated via the Wet Multi-plate.
Chassis[edit | edit source]
It came with a 3.50x19 front tire and a 4.00x18 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via Drum in the front and a Drum in the rear. The front suspension was a Front hydraulic telescopic forks while the rear was equipped with a Swinging arm rear suspension with adjustable shocks. The wheelbase was 54.29 inches (1379 mm) long.
1962 - 1978 Ducati SCRAMBLER 450[edit | edit source]
The Scrambler was primarily intended for the American market. It underwent continual modification until 1968, when the true Scramblers with "wide-casing" engines were brought out, first in the 250 and 350 versions and then, in 1969, the 450.