Ducati 748, 916 User Manual
Specifications and Main Features
- The models of the engines include the; 748 S.P., 916 S.P., 748 STR., 916 STR., 748 Biposto, 916 Biposto.
- An average displacement of the 748 and 916 model engines would respectively be 748 cc and 916 cc.
- The bore for 748 and 916 will respectively be 88 and 94mm.
- When considering the stroke, 61.5 mm is suitable for the 748 while 66 mm optimally suits the 916.
- The 748 can produce up to 76.5 kW power at 11000 rpm, whereas the 916 model can reach up to 96 kW at a slightly lower rpm of 10500.
- The compression ratio of the 748 is 11.6:1 while for the 916 it is slightly lower at 11:1.
- The weights for the different ranging models are as follows: Biposto is around 204 kg, STR/S around 198 kg and for S.P around 192 kg.
- The use of 320 mm double drilled disc brakes in the front and 220 mm fixed disc in the rear are incorporated into the brakes system.
- The front suspension is an upside down hydraulics shock while the rear suspension is made from singular shock absorbers and an adjustable pre load.
- The transmission system works on a 6 speed gearbox alongside a chain final drive.
- A tyre of 120/70-ZR17 can be used on the front and for the rear 180/55-ZR17 or 190/50-ZR17 tyres can be used.
- The fuel capacity is around 17 liters this includes the reserve capacity as well.
- For lubrication a total of 3.5 liters is used for the 748 STR / BIP while for the 916 and 748 S.P systems 4 liters is required.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: I want to know the appropriate type of fuel that can be used for this motorcycle?
A: For higher efficiency, experts recommend using high-octane gasoline.
Q: How much oil does the motorcycle engine contain?
A: The Ducati 748 STR/BIP models require 3.5 liters of engine oil, and the models 916 and 748 S.P require 4.0 liters.
Q: In a year how many times do I have to maintenance my Ducati motorcycle?
A: Every Ducati model has a set in-use date period and that period may be set anywhere between the range of ten thousand to fifteen thousand miles or six thousand to ten thousand kilometers. This set period should be strictly adhered to.
Q: What is the torque specification of the main bolts situated on the motorcycle?
A: These bolts are furnished to a variety of specific torque levels for numerous components, and these levels are listed in the restoration part of the manual.
Q: If I buy the STR, SP or Biposto models, will their performance differ with each other?
A: Their performance specifications will depend on the different variants they come with, most noticeably the weight and power distribution, which will differ their range on achieving acceleration and better handling.
Q: There are times when I would love to modify suspension geometry of the bike that I’ll be using on a track, is that possible?
A: Yes, instruction provided in the manual depict that the steering angles are adjustable, which makes it suitable for track racing.
Q: What action should I take in the event that my engine overheats?
A: When overheating occurs it’s necessary to observe the coolant, any evidence of leakage and operational status of the car radiator. It's likely that further service would be necessary.
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