|  SUPERBIKE CONCORSO ONLINE ROUND WINNERS ANNOUNCED
The online round of the Ducati Superbike Concorso, in which Superbike owners from around the country competed for a once-in-a-lifetime trip to Italy and ultimate bragging rights, reached its conclusion at the beginning of this week.
33 bikes competed in the online showdown and ranged from a 1973 750 GT to multiple entries of today's Superbike class defining 1098. The field was highly competitive and ran the gamut—even including two examples of the legendary Supermono.
Demonstrating the ever-growing popularity and level of competition in the second year of the Superbike Concorso, this year's online round saw more entries, better photography and an onslaught of votes for the People's Choice—with roughly 1000 votes in the first week alone.
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2007 Bimota SB8K
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A technical analysis of the SB8K model shows important technological advances in terms of construction, both of the chassis and engine. The most noticeable and striking feature is the radial motion of the fuel injectors that perfectly mimics the movement of the butterfly valves. This innovation maximizes performance by ensuring a perfect fluidity and consistency of the power delivery over the complete rpm range of the engine, which leads to significantly improved engine performance. The electronic engine management is carried out by a sophisticated ECU which guarantees the most efficient performance of the unit, based on the operation and load conditions. The ECU also controls every electrical system and immediately communicates any kind of problem to the user. In addition to these basic tasks, the ECU is also capable of handling different mappings, which can be chosen manually by the rider, depending on the setting of the motorcycle or intended environment of use (normal, sporting or racing modes). Approximately one hour of historic data concerning the basic parameters of the bike (like water temperature, air, speed, revolutions, and suspension positions) can be fully downloaded if the sensors are set up for such an application. With a profusion of light alloys and carbon fiber, the materials employed in the construction of the chassis are the most advanced materials available today. Carbon fiber is used for the faring as well as for the construction of the fuel tank, which was built utilizing the same techniques applied to parts for the Motorcycle Grand Prix. Many elements of the SB8K are meticulously machined from aluminum alloy, a distinctive hallmark for all classic and current Bimota products.
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Bimota |
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2007 |
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SB8K |
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Suzuki TL 1000, R-L twin cylinder, 4 valves per cylinder, liquid-cooled |
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| Displacement |
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996 cc |
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98 x 66 mm |
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11.3:1 |
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| Fuel System |
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Electronic fuel injection, 55 mm throttle body |
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| Clutch |
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Mulitple plates in oil bath |
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| Exhaust |
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Double aluminum mufflers with catalytic converter |
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400 lbs. (175 kg) includes battery, lubricants and, where applicable, cooling liquid |
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Modular, composed of 2 aluminum alloy beams and carbon fiber plates |
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54.7 in. (1,390 mm) |
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| Fuel Capacity |
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5.6 gal., 1.3 gal. reserve (21 l, 5 l reserve) |
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31.9 in. (810 mm) |
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6-speed |
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Chain, front sprocket 17, rear sprocket 39 |
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Front: Öhlins upside-down fully adj. forks with TIN surface treatment; travel 4.7 in. (120 mm)
Rear: Progressive linkage with fully adj. Öhlins monoshock; travel 5.1 in. (130 mm) |
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Front: 2 x 320 mm semi-floating discs, 4-piston, 4-pad radial calipers - Brembo
Rear: 240 mm disc, 2-piston caliper - Brembo |
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| Tires |
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Front: 120/70ZR17
Rear: 180/55ZR17 |
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| Frame & Wheel Colors |
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Carbon fiber/White/Red/Gold
Wheel Colors: Gold anodized |
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23° ÷ 24° |
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| Insurance |
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Photos may show optional equipment
*Price, if shown, is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) and does not include government fees, taxes, dealer freight/preparation, dealer document preparation charges or any finance charges (if applicable). MSRP and/or final actual sales price will vary depending on options or accessories selected. |
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To celebrate victory at the 2008 Pike's Peak Hill Climb and Troy Bayliss' continuing domination of the World Superbike Championship, Ducati is excited to announce a special financing program with rates as low as 0.99% and terms up to 72 months available from August 1 - October 31.
For those of you who are dreaming of a new Ducati, this program offers the lowest interest rates and extended terms to make some of the most desirable Ducatis more accessible.
The four models eligible for the program are:
2008 Hypermotard 1100
2008 Hypermotard 1100 S
2008 1098 Superbike
2008 1098S Superbike
You can take advantage of rates as low as 0.99% and terms up to 72 months. Some payment examples include:
The Hypermotard for as low as $179 a month for 72 months
The 1098 Superbike for as low as $249 a month for 72 months
You can also take advantage of this offer by rolling Accessories, Apparel and the Ducati Ever Red Protection Program into the special financing. This allows you to ride your new bike with personalized style from the Ducati Performance range.
This offer is limited to qualified and participating US dealers. Offer subject to credit approval. Applies to purchases of 2008: 1098, 1098 S, Hypermotard 1100 and Hypermotard 1100 S models of $5,000 or more made on a Ducati Motorcycle installment loan account from August 1 – October 31, 2008. Fixed APR of 0.99%, 3.99%, 12.99%, 15.99% will be assigned based on approval criteria. Examples of monthly payments over a 36-month term at 0.99%: $28.64 per $1,000 financed and at 15.99% APR: $35.15 per $1,000 financed. Hypermotard payment of $179.00 based on example of $11,995 (MSRP) at 1.99% APR for 72 months ($176.88). Examples of monthly payments over a 72-month term at 1.99%: $16.57 per $1,000 financed and at 16.99% APR:$22.80 per $1,000 financed. 1098 payment of $249.00 based on example of $15,995 (MSRP) at 5.99% APR for 72 months ($242.95). Examples of monthly payments over a 72-month term at 2.99%: $16.57 per $1,000 financed and at 17.99% APR: $22.80 per $1,000 financed. Based on credit approval criteria, a down payment of up to 10% may be required.
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