1299 Panigale Ducati

 

New 2017 Ducati 1299 Panigale  –  $ 19,995.00 m.s.r.p.*

Hit the apex  Breathtakingly stylish, the new 1299 Panigale leaves no room for compromise when it comes to technical excellence. Such is the case of the new Superquadro engine with an unprecedented 116mm bore. 205 hp of pure adrenaline, 145 Nm of stunning torque. State-of-the-art electronics ensure maximum control with the Bosch Inertial Platform. Ducati Quick Shift, both fast and precise, even for downshift. New 1299 Panigale, your deepest desire.

The apex of performance  The new Superquadro engine is ingeniously incorporated into the Monoscocca chassis, providing the perfect platform from which to deliver its incredible 205 horsepower. The underside of the fuel tank, when mounted, seals the top of the frame which then becomes the airbox. Innovative engineering solutions such as these are used throughout the Panigale line, and take the dry weight of the 1299 Panigale/S down to 166.5 kg while the Panigale R sits at an incredible 162 kg. The total focus on light weight gives each Panigale a power-to-weight ratio that sets the reference in its class. Combined with advanced electronic controls and the finest brakes, suspension, and other components, this creates an incredibly potent package that takes riders to the very apex of performance. Precision riding, at the highest level, with the character and exhilaration that only a Ducati Superbike can provide.

Extreme bore/stroke ratio  The new Superquadro’s bore/stroke ratio of 1.91:1 sets an extreme example of the power-maximizing “oversquare” architecture used in the world’s most advanced racing engines. A short-stroke crankshaft and enormous pistons combined with large Desmodromically-actuated valves allow the Superquadro to breathe freely at high rpm, while a 1285cc combustion chamber ensures the ample torque that has made so many enthusiasts fall in love with Ducati’s signature L-twin power.

Precious elementsThe clutch cover, cylinder head covers, and oil pan are all cast in a golden-color magnesium alloy to ensure the engine’s strength with the absolute lowest possible weight.

LubricationThe journals of the main bearings are lubricated by pressurised oil admitted through ducts inside the engine block. This serves to assure the efficient lubrication of the new crankshaft, followed by a rapid recovery of the oil thanks to a lobe pump that places the connecting rod compartment under vacuum, similar to the engines used in MotoGP. This pump is driven by gears built in a special high-strength techno-polymer and maintains the crankcase area below the pistons in controlled conditions of constant vacuum, thereby reducing resistance during the pistons’ downstroke as well as facilitating oil flow for rapid recovery.

High tech intakeThe new Superquadro uses large intake valves fed by advanced oval-section throttle bodies, which emphasize high air flow for maximum power production. Independently controlled by the fully Ride-by-Wire system, the throttle bodies are each fitted with 2 fuel injectors: the first is set below the body and operates in lower rpm/load conditions, while the second is fitted above the throttle body and is called into action when it’s time for the Superquadro to unleash the full scope of its power and torque.

*Prices exclude dealer setup, taxes, title, freight and licensing and are subject to change

 

 

2017 Ducati 1299 Panigale Specifications/Technical Details

 

Engine
Type                            Superquadro L-Twin, 4 Desmodromically actuated valves per cylinder, liquid cooled
Displacement            1285cc
Bore x Stroke             116×60.8mm
Compression ratio    12.6:1
Power                          150.8 kW (205 hp) @ 10,500 rpm
Torque                        144,6 Nm (106.7 lb-ft) @ 8,750 rpm
Technical data referring to power and torque was measured on an engine test stand at Ducati.
Fuel injection              Electronic fuel injection system. Twin injectors per cylinder. Full ride-by-wire elliptical throttle bodies.
Exhaust                       2-1-2 system with catalytic converter and 2 lambda probes. Twin stainless steel mufflers with aluminum end caps

Transmission

Gearbox                      6 speed with DQS Ducati Quick Shift up/down
Primary drive              Straight cut gears, Ratio 1.77:1
Ratio                           1=37/15 2=30/16 3=27/18 4=25/20 5=24/22 6=23/24
Final drive                   Chain; Front sprocket 15; Rear sprocket 39
Clutch                         Slipper and self-servo wet multiplate clutch with hydraulic control

Chassis

Frame                          Monocoque Aluminum
Front suspension         Marzocchi 50 mm pressurized and fully adjustable USD fork with hard anodized aluminum lightweight slider
Front wheel                 3-spoke light alloy 3.50″ x 17″
Front Tyre                   120/70 ZR17 Pirelli Diablo Supercorsa SP
Rear suspension          Fully adjustable Sachs unit. Adjustable linkage: Progressive/flat. Aluminum single-sided swingarm
Rear wheel                  3 spoke light alloy 6.00″ x 17″
Rear tyre                     200/55 ZR17 Pirelli Diablo Supercorsa SP
Front wheel travel       120mm (4.72in)
Rear wheel travel        30mm (5.12in)
Front brake                  2 x 330mm semi-floating discs, radially mounted Brembo Monobloc M50 4-piston calipers with cornering ABS as standard equipment
Rear brake                   245mm disc, 2-piston caliper with cornering ABS as standard equipment
Instrumentation           Digital unit with TFT color display:

Dimensions and weight

Dry weight                  367 lb
Weight data refers to the dry weight of the motorcycle without battery, lubricants and coolants for liquid-cooled models.
Wet weight (CURB)   420 lb
Curb weights indicate total bike weight with all operating consumable liquids and a fuel tank filled to 90% of capacity.
Seat height                  830mm (32.68in)
Wheelbase                   1437mm (56.6in)
Rake                            24°
Trail                             96mm (3.78in)
Fuel tank capacity       4.5 gallon (US)
Number of seats          Dual seat

Equipments

Standard Equipment
Riding modes, power modes, cornering ABS, DTC, DQS up/down, DWC, EBC, fully RbW, auto tyre calibration, auxiliary adjustment buttons-ready, DDA+ with GPS-ready. Additional equipments Passenger seat and footpegs Kit.

Warranty
24 months unlimited mileage
Maintenance service intervals 7,500 miles
Valve clearance check 15,000 miles

*Starting at MSRP is the manufactured suggested price and excludes delivery, setup, tax, title, license, and additional fees and expenses. Bikes may be shown with optional accessories. Final sale price determined by dealer. Specifications and MSRP are subject to change.

Manufacturer Specifications and appearance are subject to change without prior.

 

M797 Monster

797 Ducati Monster

Red: $ 9,295*    White $ 9,395*    Dark Stealth:  $ 9,395*

*M.S.R.P (not including Freight, Assembly, Document Fee, service, Tax, Title, License, and Tag)

The new Monster 797 finally brings the iconic Monster spirit and Ducati values within everyone’s reach. Sporty, compact, essential but also sophisticated and contemporary, the Monster 797 provides a gateway to the Ducati world, for those looking for an easy, intuitive ride as well as sheer sports enjoyment.

Every element has been very carefully designed and executed to fully express the Monster spirit. The riding position, chassis and 75 hp Desmodue twin-cylinder engine instil confidence right from the first miles. The Monster 797 is the ideal bike for those seeking carefree enjoyment, on any road and in any situation.

The clean, slim line of the Monster 797 enhances those designer elements that are in fact structural components, such as the trellis frame created as one single piece. An essential but sophisticated bike, where every element expresses a high level of stylistic and technical research while retaining a freshness that makes it easy for anyone to ride.

Dual front brakes with ABS, Pirelli tires and fat Kayaba forks are but some of the features included in what looks to be the closest to an “entry level” ride that the Monster family is ever liable to get. I’ve been eager to take a look at this new ride ever since it was revealed at the Milan show, and what I see so far does not disappoint. Join me while I delve into the details to see what Ducati has in store for us.

Design

DNA from the original “Monster” survives the passage of time from 1992 all the way into 2017 in the new Monster 797. This is very apparent in the tank shape and overall panache, and even the exposed frame hints at the original. A seriously chopped front fender leads the way over a fat front tire with beefy front forks that lends the impression of great strength and there’s a round headlight can that makes yet another connection to the past.

“DNA from the original “Monster” survives the passage of time from 1992 all the way into 2017 in the new Monster 797.”

In spite of the lack of pullback in the bars, the relaxed-jockey footrests and seat position form a rider’s triangle that allows for a relaxed, upright riding posture far removed from the typical sportbike posture. As always with this family, the exposed frame serves as a crucial design element, so it’s no surprise that Duc shoots it in red paint to offset it against the blackout engine components, you know, just in case it was too subtle where it runs uncovered from steering head to subframe.

The flylines are classic Il Mostro as they tumble down to a deep-scoop saddle that sits at only 31.69 inches off the ground, which is good news for the shorter riders out there. The stadium p-pad tapers off to nothing ahead of the minimal rear fender and tag holder, and while that windtunnel-tested ass end makes for a nice, racy touch.

Beyond that, I gotta’ say I’m loving the looks of this new Monster. It’s got the same beefy-yet-wirey look one expects, but the size and displacement make it less intimidating than some of its big brothers.

Chassis

A Trellis frame pulls double duty as the skeleton that holds it all together and as an aesthetic feature essential to the family look. Tubular-steel members make up the welded assembly with a yoke-style, cast-aluminum swingarm to mount the rear wheel. The swingarm comes in a boomerang shape that not only looks edgy, but the apex serves as a convenient spot to mount the short, coil-over rear shock.

Steering-head geometry trends toward the agile end of the spectrum with a 24-degree rake and 3.54 inches of trail, and the 43 mm, inverted Kayaba forks push the wheelbase out to 56.5 inches. Symmetrical, 17-inch, cast-allow wheels come in a ten-spoke configuration that’s both stylish and lightweight with Pirelli’s Diablo Rosso II tires for the final connection to the pavement. Sachs provides the rear monoshock, and it comes with the courtesy spring-preload adjustment plus adjustable rebound damping. All this makes for a plush ride with 5.12 inches of travel up front and 5.91 inches in back.

Dual, four-pot, Monobloc Brembo calipers bite huge, 320 mm front discs for the buk of the stopping power with a single-pot caliper and 245 mm disc to slow the rear and all-around Bosch 9.1 MP ABS protection as part of the standard equipment package.

Drivetrain

Nothing clutters up the look of a naked bike quite like a radiator, but Ducati neatly sidestepped that problem with a good, old-fashioned air-cooled engine. Duc’s Desmodue L-Twin cranks out 50.8 pound-feet of torque at 5,750 RPM backed up by 75 horsepower at 8,250; pretty exciting stuff considering this smallest Monster tips the scales at a mere 425 pounds soaking wet.

Oversquare, the lump runs an 88 mm bore and 66 mm stroke with a total displacement of 803 cc, and of course, Ducati’s signature Desmodromic valvetrain times the two-valve heads. Compression is middle-of-the-range at 11-to-1, so you can count on mid-grade at the least, and maybe even premium to keep it from pinging and dieseling. A pair of 50 mm throttle bodies feeds the Monster’s mill with a 2-into-1 header ahead of the stainless-steel muffler with a catalyst to help it meet Euro 4 emissions standards.

A six-speed transmission crunches the ratios to keep the engine in the powerband and sends power to the rear wheel through a tough, chain final drive. I’m a little surprised at the lack of a slipper clutch and traction control. I mean, I know it’s meant to be a beginner’s bike, and it only packs 800 cubes, but I submit that since the next tier of bikes up from there mostly pack slip-and-assist clutches, I reckon a trainer bike ought to include it as well.

Pricing

The factory keeps prices just below the $10K mark with a $9,295 sticker on its base “Red” model. Various trim levels are available that can carry the price as high as $9,895, and of course there’s always the accessories catalog to drive it up even further. This first-year run can be had in red, Star White Silk or Dark Stealth.

He Said

“I love the new Monster: unintimidating and accessible. This ride should prove popular with the masses, and was certainly one of the stars of the Milan show a few months ago. Honestly, this is just the kind of sportbike I would buy if I were in the market.”

797 Ducati Monster

Red: $ 9,295*    White $ 9,395*    Dark Stealth:  $ 9,395*

*M.S.R.P (not including Freight, Assembly, Document Fee, service, Tax, Title, License, and Tag)

Specifications

ENGINE:
Engine: L-Twin cylinder, 2 Desmodromically actuated valves per cylinder, air cooled
Displacement: 803 cc (49 cu in)
Bore X stroke: 88 x 66 mm (3.46 x 2.60 in)
Compression ratio: 11,0:1
Power: 55 kW (75 hp) @ 8.250 rpm
Torque: 68.9 Nm (50.8 lb-ft) @ 5,750 rpm
Fuel injection: Electronic fuel injection system, 50 mm throttle bodies
Exhaust: 2-1 system with catalytic converter and 2 lambda probes, single stainless steel muffler with aluminum cover
TRANSMISSION:
Gearbox: 6 speed
Primary drive: Straight cut gears; Ratio 1.85:1
Ratio: 1=32/13 2=30/18 3=28/21 4=26/23 5=22/22 6=24/26
Final drive: Chain; Front sprocket Z15; Rear sprocket Z46
Clutch: APTC wet multiplate clutch with mechanical control
CHASSIS:
Frame: Tubular steel Trellis frame
Front suspension: 43 mm Kayaba USD forkm
Front wheel: 10-spoke light alloy, 3.50″ x 17″
Front tyre: Pirelli Diablo Rosso II 120/70 ZR17
Rear suspension: Sachs monoshock, pre-load and rebound adjustable
Rear wheel: 10-spoke light alloy, 5.50″ x 17″
Rear tyre: Pirelli Diablo Rosso II 180/55 ZR17
Wheel travel (front/rear): 130 mm (5.12 in) – 150 mm (5.91 in)
Front brake: 2 x 320 mm semi-floating discs, radially mounted Brembo Monobloc M4.32 callipers, 4-piston, axial pump with Bosch ABS as standard equipment
Rear brake: 245 mm disc, 1-piston calliper with Bosch ABS as standard equipment
Instrumentation: LCD
DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHTS:
Dry weight: 175 (386 lb)
Curb weight: 193 (425lb)
Curb weight (no fuel): 184 kg (406 lb)
Seat height: 805 mm (31.69 in)
Wheelbase: 1,435 mm (56.50 in)
Rake: 24°
Front wheel: trail 90 mm (3.54 in)
Fuel tank capacity: 4.36 gallon (US)
Number of seats: Dual seat
DETAILS:
Standard Equipment: Bosch ABS, LED position light and tail light, USB power socket, DMS ready, (Passenger seat cover and windshield on Monster 797+ at additional price)
Warrant: 24 months unlimited mileage

797 Ducati Monster

Red: $ 9,295*    White $ 9,395*    Dark Stealth:  $ 9,395*

*M.S.R.P (not including Freight, Assembly, Document Fee, service, Tax, Title, License, and Tag)

939 SuperSport

2017 Ducati Supersport and Supersport S

MSRP: base SuperSport $12,995, and the “S” at $14,795 red: $14,995 white.

The Ducati 939 SuperSport blends comfort with versatility thanks to solutions that make it perfect for everyday road riding – but without ever compromising its sporting spirit. Whichever road you take, the three Riding Modes, ABS brakes, and 8 level traction control, ensure optimized SuperSport control.

It has been four years in the making, but Ducati is finally releasing the revamped Supersport family for the 2017 model year. This range brings sportbikes handling and performance to the table with its race-inspired “Monster” frame and over 100 ponies on tap, but in a package meant to be less intimidating to prospective Ducatisti than some of their, shall we say, spicier models.

The factory touts this new line as “versatile and accessible,” and while the base SuperSport is meant to appeal to riders who want a sportbike that’s a little light on the “sportier aspects,” the “S” model takes on some of the trappings of a proper racebike for a decidedly more sport-tastic nature. Let’s check out what the bike builders in Bologna have in store for us with this newest effort.

SuperSport S

In terms of equipment, the S takes things to another level: even more sport, even more design and more technology to accentuate the sportiest side of the SuperSport. As standard:

  • Ducati Quick Shift up/down
  • Passenger seat cover
  • 48 mm Öhlins fork with TiN coated inner tubes, fully adjustable
  • Öhlins rear shock with integrated gas tank,  fully adjustable

Design

Ducati may have designed this ride to bridge the gap between the laid-back riders and the more spirited ones, but the look is all sport and distinctly Ducati. Head-on, the family sports the “angry alien” headlight arrangement set within the brow of the front fairing that continues down to a fairly typical engine cowl and radiator surround.

The vented fairing peters out midway to the rear offering a tantalizing view of the rear cylinder and just a glimpse of the frame, and the rear end tapers off to nothing with the taillight housing tucked away neatly beneath. Short standoffs mount the rear turn signals, a detail that could certainly be improved upon, but the front turn signals come stashed in the mirror housings and so are about as clean as it gets.

Foot-to-butt orientation places the leg in the sport-typical jockey position, but the handlebars allow for an upright body position which plays a large role in the “relaxed sport” attitude. Both rides come with passenger seating and footrests, but the “S” gets a “P”-pad cover that plays right into its race-tastic panache. Seat height is typical of the genre at 31.9-inches tall.

Chassis

 (SuperSport)

Weight was a front-burner topic during development and the factory used its tubular Trellis frame as the foundation. The stressed-engine arrangement substitutes the engine for a large portion of the frame, even going so far as to mount the rear shock and subframe on the mill.

Swingarm design is of the single-sided persuasion, and the die-cast aluminum construction does it’s part to keep weight down while leaving an unrestricted view of the rear wheel from the right side. Rake and trail are set up for nimble handling at 24-degrees and 3.6 inches with a 58.2-inch wheelbase.

The siblings differ a bit when we get to the factory’s choices in suspension components. On the base model, a Sachs monoshock works on a progressive link while the front end runs 43 mm Marzocchi usd forks, and both ends come with adjustable preload and rebound damping. The “S” model gets a bit of a suspension upgrade with fully adjustable, usd, 48 mm Ohlins forks and monoshock from same.

Brembo M4-32 Monobloc four-pot opposed-piston calipers bind the pair of 320 mm front discs, and a twin-pot caliper binds the 245 mm rear disc with the Bosch 9MP ABS included with the standard equipment package. Additionally, the ABS comes with three separate maps for varying levels of slip before the system intervenes. Light alloy wheels with triple, Y-shaped spokes mount Pirelli’s Diablo Rosso III tires with a nimble 120/70 up front and 180/55 in back.

Drivetrain

 (SuperSport)

Now for the beating heart: the 937 cc Testastretta 11-Degree L-Twin engine. This liquid-cooled mill runs in what most Americans would call a 90-degree “V”, and it sports Ducati’s signature Desmodromic valvetrain that actuates the four-valve heads with push-open and pull-closed cams that preclude the need for valve springs and eliminate valve float at high rpms. The 11-degrees refers to amount of crankshaft rotation that occurs during valve overlap, a feature that keeps emissions low and helps it meet Euro-4 requirements.

Decidedly oversquare, the engine runs a 94 mm bore and 67.5 mm stroke. A pair of 53mm throttle bodies meters the induction via ride-by-wire control that provides the rider with the option of using three separate engine mappings for varied conditions and riding styles. Set to the hottest profile, the mill delivers its full horsepower with a sporty throttle response. In the middle setting, full horsepower is still on tap, but with a progressive delivery that keeps things somewhat relaxed. At the bottom of the scale, power is limited to 75 ponies with a progressive power curve for urban environs and conditions with less-than-stellar traction.

The mill cranks out a maximum of 113 ponies at 9 grand, and 71.3 pounds of grunt at 6,500 rpm, plenty for its 463-pound curb weight, but the smokin’ hot, 12.6-to-1 compression ratio will put you at the premium pump every time. A six-speed transmission crunches the ratios with a slipper-clutch that limits back-torque to prevent wheel hop on aggressive downshifts and also has the happy side-effect of providing a softer pull at the lever.

Much like with the suspension components, the “S” model gets a little something extra in the gearbox with an up/down Quick Shift feature as part of the standard equipment package, but the base model SuperSport has it as an available option. Traditionally, Desmodromic engines are considered high-maintenance items because of the need for frequent valve-lash adjustment, but Duc set a 30,000 mile service interval on the valve-lash adjustment, so routine maintenance no longer eats your lunch.

Price

 (SuperSport S)

MSRP is reasonable with the base SuperSport fetching $12,995, and the “S” model falls just below the $15K mark at $14,795 red: $14,995 white.

Specifications

Engine:
Engine: Testastretta 11°, L-Twin cylinder, 4 valve per cylinder, Desmodromic, liquid cooled
Displacement: 937 cm³
Bore X stroke: 94 x 67.5 mm (3.7 x 2.66 in)
Compression ratio: 12.6± 0.5 :1
Power: 83.1 kW (113 hp) @ 9,000 rpm
Torque: 96.7 Nm (71.3 lb-ft) @ 6,500 rpm
Fuel injection: Continental electronic fuel injection system, 53 mm Mikuni throttle bodies with full Ride-by-Wire
Exhaust: Lightweight 2-1-2 system with catalytic converter and two lambda probes. Twin aluminium mufflers
Transmsission:
Gearbox: 6 speed
Primary drive: Straight cut gears; Ratio 1.84:1
Ratio: 1=37/15 2=30/17 3=28/20 4=26/22 5=24/23 6=23/24
Final drive: Chain; Front sprocket 15; Rear sprocket 43
Clutch: Wet multiplate clutch mechanically operated, self-servo action on drive, slipper action on over-run
Chassis:
Frame: Tubular steel Trellis frame attached to the chylinders head
Front suspension:
SuperSport: Fully adjustable 43mm (1.7 in) usd Marzocchi forks
SuperSport S: Fully adjustable 48mm (1.9 in) usd Ohlins forks
Front wheel: Y shaped, 3-spoke in light alloy 3.50″ x 17″
Front tyre: Pirelli Diablo Rosso III 120/70 ZR17
Rear Suspension:
SuperSport: Progressive linkage with adjustable Sachs monoshock. Aluminium single-sided swingarm
SuperSport S: Progressive linkage with fully adjustable Ohlins monoshock. Aluminium single-sided swingarm
Rear Wheel: Y shaped, 3-spoke in light alloy 5.50″ x 17″
Rear tyre: Pirelli Diablo Rosso III 180/55 ZR17
Wheel travel (front/rear): 130/144 mm (5.12/5.67 in)
Front brake: 2 x 320 mm (12.6 in) semi-floating discs, radially mounted Monobloc Brembo M4-32 callipers, 4-piston, radial pump with ABS as standard
Rear brake: 245 mm (9.6 in) disc, 2-piston caliper, ABS as standard
Instrumentation: LCD display
Dimensions and Weight:
Dry weight: 184 kg (406 lb)
Kerb weight: 210 kg (463 lb)
Seat height: 810 mm (31.9 in)
Wheelbase: 1478 mm (58.2 in)
Rake: 24°
Front wheel trail: 91 mm (3.6 in)
Fuel tank capacity: 16 l (4.2 US gal)
Number of seats: 2
Standard Equipment:
SuperSport: Riding Modes, Power Modes, Ducati Safety Pack (ABS + DTC), RbW. Ready for anti-theft system
SuperSport S: Riding Modes, Power Modes, Ducati Safety Pack (ABS + DTC), RbW, DQS, seat cover. Ready for anti-theft system
Warranty (months): 24 months unlimited mileage
Maintenance (km/months): 15,000 km (9,000 mi) or 12 months
Valve clearance adjustment (km): 30,000 km (18,000 mi)
Emissions: Euro 4
Price:
SuperSport: $12,995 red
SuperSport S: $14,795 red  ;  $14,995 Artic Silk White