Ducati is close to the start of the new Superbike season, and with it comes the new jewel of production: the 999R, successor to the victorious 998R. Powered by the amazing Testastretta 999cc, 139 HP (bore 104 x stroke 58.8mm), the motorcycle boasts state-of-the-art componentry, making it truly the king of Superbikes.

At a glance.

• Full carbon fibre fairing
• 5 spoke Y aluminum alloy forged rims
• Radially mounted front brake calipers
• Magnesium alloy head light support
• Silver number plate on the steering head

The bike is supplied with a Racing Kit that includes: 102 Db exhaust mono-silencer (no cat), CPU; rear paddock stand, dedicated bike cover. The 999R, complete with certificate of authenticity, will be sold exclusively online in a limited edition run of no more than 800 units. Reserve your 999R from the beginning of December, 2002!

"Key in hand" price will be 30,000 Euro - (racing kit included).

ENGINE

• Type: twin cylinder, 4 valve Testastretta Desmodromic, liquid cooled
• Displacement: 999cc
• Bore and stroke: 104 x 58.8 mm
• Compression Ratio:12.3:1
• Power: 102 kW - 139 HP @ 10,000 rpm
• Torque: 108 Nm - 11 Kgm @ 8,000 rpm
• Fuel Injection: Marelli Electronic Fuel Injection, 54 mm throttle body
• Exhaust: Exhaust system with steel single muffler, with catalytic converter
• Emissions: Euro 2

TRANSMISSION

• Gearbox: 6 speed
• Ratio: 1a 37/15, 2a 30/17, 3a 28/20, 4a 26/22, 5a 24/23, 6a 23/24
• Primary drive: Straight cut gears; ratio 1.84
• Final drive: Chain; Front sprocket 15; Rear sprocket 36
• Clutch: Dry multiplate with hydraulic control

CHASSIS

• Frame: Tubular ALS 450 steel trellis frame
• Wheelbase: 1420 mm
• Rake: 23.5° - 24.5°
• Steering angle: 28.5° r.h. and l.h.
• Front suspension: Ohlins with TiN upside-down fork fully adjustable, for radial calipers
• Front wheel travel: 120 mm
• Front wheel: New design 5 spoke Y light alloy forged 3.50 x 17
• Front tyre: 120/70 ZR 17
• Rear suspension: Ohlins progressive linkage with adjustable monoshock
• Rear wheel travel: 128 mm
• Rear wheel: New design 5 spoke Y light alloy forged 5.50 x 17
• Rear tyre: 190/50 ZR 17
• Front Brake: 2 x 320 mm semi-floating discs, 4-piston radial caliper, 4 pads
• Rear Brake: 240 mm disc, 2-piston caliper
• Fuel tank capacity: 15.5 l (3 l reserve)
• Ducati Weight : 189kg.
• Seat height: 780 mm
• Instruments: Speedometer, rev counter, indicators for high beam, turn signals, warning light for low oil pressure,fuel level, warning light for neutral, water temperature, immobilizer
• Warranty: 2 years unlimited mileage
• Tank and fairing colors: Red
• Frame and wheel colors: Frame: metallic grey - Wheel rims: black
• Versions: One seat

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