2009 February MOTORCYCLES
$11,495/11,995
Engine type: sohc V-Twin
Displacement: 992cc
Carburetion: EFI
Transmission speeds: 6
Final drive: chain
Front brake: dual disc
Rear brake: disc
Wheelbase: 56.1 in.
Seat height: 31.8 in.
Fuel capacity: 3.9 gal.
Claimed dry weight: 407/415 lb.
Yet another throwback to Ducatis of yore, the fully modern GT 1000 combines Desmo Dual Spark V-Twin performance with understated traditional styling and two-up comfort. While this is the least- expensive SportClassic, it is also arguably the most versatile of the lot, due in large part to its light, easy handling and relatively upright ergonomics. Also available: Adding $500 to the price of the standard GT 1000 gels you the GT 1000 Touring. with its protective windscreen, raised handlebar, chromed passenger grab-rail and chromed front and rear fenders.
$13,995
Engine type: dohc V-Twin
Displacement: 849cc
Carburetion: EFI
Transmission speeds: 6
Final drive: chain
Front brake: dual disc
Rear brake: disc
Wheelbase: 56.3 in.
Seat height 32.6 in.
Fuel capacity: 4.1 gal.
One of Ducati’s most popular models, this middleweight superbike borrows heavily from its big brother, the 1198, which is not a bad place to start in search of performance! Power is up 30 percent over the previous-generation 749, meaning there is a claimed 134 horses lurking in the engine bay. Couple this with the fact that the 848 is also 44 pounds lighter than its predecessor, and the recipe for speed is looking very tasty. Much of the rest of the package, from the sleek bodywork to the racing-inspired digital dash to the single-sided swingarm, is just like that of the 1198.
$8995
Engine type: sohc V-Twin
Displacement 696cc
Carburetion: EFI
Transmission speeds: 6
Final drive: chain
Front brake: dual disc
Rear brake: disc
Wheelbase: 57.2 in.
Seat height: 30.3 in.
Fuel capacity: 3.8 gal.
Claimed dry weight: 355 lb.
Introduced in 2008 as an early-release 2009 model, the 696 represented the beginning of the new Monster line, featuring a major styling and technical makeover. The frame is a hybrid steel-trellis and cast aluminum unit, while power conies from an 80-horsepower, 696cc air-cooled Twin. Ergonomics are redone with a shorter reach to the handlebar, lower, more-for- ward-mounted footpegs and the claimed lowest seat height of any Ducati, meant to broaden the appeal. An affordable, good-looking, fun-to-ride Italian motorcycle? What’s not to like?
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