2009 Ducati Superbike 1198 S

[Dino V]

'S' PERFORMANCE
Producing 170 horsepower (125 kW) and with a dry weight of just 372.6 pounds (169 kg), the new 1198 S now incorporates more World Superbike technology than ever before by taking the 1198 motor and adding top-of-the-range suspension, lightweight chassis components and a true racing-style traction control system designed for road use.
The high performance, fully adjustable 43 mm Öhlins forks, which sport low friction titanium nitride-treated fork sliders, respond effortlessly to every imperfection in the tarmac. Beyond their advanced engineering solutions, one of the most important characteristics of Öhlins forks is their ability to communicate the condition and quality of the tire-to-road contact patch, a feature that puts every rider in superior control. The suspension set-up at the rear is complemented with a fully adjustable Öhlins rear shock equipped with a ride enhancing top-out spring and mounted to a single-sided swingarm for outstanding drive and traction. The front-to-rear Öhlins package is completed with a control-enhancing adjustable steering damper.

The 'S' sets the standard for lightweight performance. On any sport or race bike, the most effective area to reduce weight is its 'unsprung weight'. These are components like tires, brakes and wheels. Lighter wheels have a lower 'moment of inertia' that is beneficial with every direction change and application of the brakes. The 1198 S addresses this important area by mounting new 7-spoke GP replica Marchesini forged and machined wheels. Both front and rear are super lightweight and their benefit is immediately apparent. The weight saving is further enhanced with the application of a carbon fibre front fender.

The 1198 S is supplied with the Ducati Data Analysis (DDA) and Ducati Traction Control (DTC) systems as standard equipment. The DDA package enables the retrieval and analysis of data collected from your previous track session or road trip. DTC monitors front and rear wheel speeds to detect rear wheel-spin under acceleration and electronically reduces engine power to restore traction.

GENERAL INFORMATION

Manufacturer Ducati

Model Year 2009

Model Superbike 1198 S

MSRP $21,795.00*

ENGINE
Engine L-Twin cylinder, 4 valves per cylinder Desmodromic

Gross Horsepower 170 hp (125 kW) @ 9,750 rpm

Displacement 1,198.4 cc

Bore x Stroke 106 x 67.9 mm

Torque 97 ft. lbs. (131.4 Nm) @ 8,000 rpm

Compression Ratio 12.7:1

Fuel System Marelli electronic fuel injection, elliptical throttle bodies

Clutch Dry multiplate with hydraulic control slipper

Cooling Liquid-cooled

Exhaust Lightweight 2-1-2 system with catalytic converter and lambda probe, twin stainless steel mufflers

DIMENSIONS
Weight 373 lbs. (169 kg)

Frame Tubular steel Trellis in ALS 450

Wheelbase 56.3 in. (1,430 mm)

Fuel Capacity 4.1 gal. including 1 gal. reserve

Seat Height 32.2 in. (820 mm)

DRIVETRAIN
Transmission 6-speed

Primary Drive Straight cut gears
Ratio: 1.84:1

Final Drive Chain; front sprocket 15; rear sprocket 39

Suspension Front: Öhlins 43 mm fully adjustable upside-down fork with TiN; 4.7 in. (120 mm) travel
Rear: Progressive linkage with fully adjustable Öhlins monoshock with top-out spring, aluminum single-sided swingarm; 5 in. (127 mm) travel

BRAKES/WHEELS/TIRES
Brakes Front: 2 x 330 mm semi-floating discs, radially mounted Brembo Monobloc calipers 4-piston, 2-pad
Rear: 245 mm disc, 2-piston caliper

Tires Front: 120/70 ZR17
Rear: 190/55 ZR17

Wheels Front: "GP Replica" 7-spoke in forged light alloy; 3.5 x 17 in.
Rear: "GP Replica" 7-spoke forged light alloy; 6 x 17 in.

Frame & Wheel Colors Frame: Bronze
Wheels: Bronze


Rake 24.5°

Colors Red, Midnight Black

Ducati 2009 Superbike 1198 S Motorcycles

[SW20Turbo]

well i suppose i found my new goal in life...in midnight black..haha

[Zero1080]

Wonder if this is gonna be what their race bike is based on?

[Dino V]

Originally Posted by SW20Turbo

well i suppose i found my new goal in life...in midnight black..haha

I love it in black also.

Originally Posted by Zero1080

Wonder if this is gonna be what their race bike is based on?

I wouldnt doubt it.

[Beefy]

respectible