
|  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.
| |
|
|

 |
2008 Ducati Superbike 1098 S
|
 |
|
|
|
|
THE MOST POWERFUL, LIGHTEST L-TWIN SUPERBIKE IN HISTORY The new 1098 S is the highest performance Ducati street bike ever made. Reducing weight even further and the addition of world-class components make the 'S' ready to deliver the dream of owning the ultimate Superbike.The fully adjustable 43 millimeter Öhlins FG511 forks, which sport low friction Titanium Nitride fork sliders, respond effortlessly to every imperfection in the tarmac. Beyond their advanced engineering solutions, one of the most important characteristics of Öhlins forks is their ability to communicate the condition and quality of the tire-to-road contact patch, putting the rider in total control. The suspension system is completed and perfectly balanced with a fully adjustable Öhlins 46PRC rear shock with a ride enhancing top-out spring, controlling the single-sided swingarm for outstanding drive, traction and steering precision. The Öhlins package is completed with a control-enhancing adjustable steering damper. The 'S' also sets a new standard for lightweight performance. On any sport or race bike, the most effective area to reduce weight is its 'unsprung weight'. This is achieved through reducing the weight of components such as tires, brakes and wheels. Lighter wheels have a lower 'moment of inertia' that is beneficial with every direction change and application of the brakes. The 1098 addresses this important area by mounting Marchesini forged and machined wheels, reducing weight by 4 pounds (1.9 kilograms). The weight saving is further enhanced with the application of a carbon fiber front fender and seat fairing cooling ducts.
|
|
|
|
| Manufacturer |
|
Ducati |
|
|
| Model Year |
|
2008 |
|
|
| Model |
|
Superbike 1098 S |
|
|
| MSRP |
|
$20,995.00*
|
|
|
| ENGINE | |
| Engine |
|
L-twin cylinder, 4 valves per cylinder Desmodromic |
|
|
| Gross Horsepower |
|
160 hp (119.3 kW) @ 9,750 rpm |
|
|
| Displacement |
|
1,099 cc |
|
|
| Bore x Stroke |
|
104 x 64.7 mm |
|
|
| Torque |
|
90.4 ft. lbs. (12.5 kgm) @ 8,000 rpm |
|
|
| Compression Ratio |
|
12.5:1 |
|
|
| Fuel System |
|
Marelli electronic fuel injection, elliptical throttle bodies |
|
|
| Clutch |
|
Dry multi-plate with hydraulic control |
|
|
| Cooling |
|
Liquid-cooled |
|
|
| Exhaust |
|
Lightweight 2-1-2 system with catalytic converter and lambda probe, twin stainless steel mufflers |
|
|
| DIMENSIONS | |
| Weight |
|
377 lbs. (171 kg) |
|
|
| Frame |
|
Tubular steel Trellis in ALS 450 |
|
|
| Wheelbase |
|
56.3 in. (1,430 mm) |
|
|
| Fuel Capacity |
|
4.1 gal. including 1 gal. reserve (15.5 l including 4 l reserve) |
|
|
| Seat Height |
|
32.2 in. (820 mm) |
|
|
| DRIVETRAIN | |
| Transmission |
|
6-speed |
|
|
| Final Drive |
|
Chain; front sprocket 15; rear sprocket 38 |
|
|
| Suspension |
|
Front: Öhlins 43 mm fully adjustable upside-down fork with TiN; 4.7 in. (120 mm) travel Rear: Progressive linkage with fully adjustable Öhlins monoshock with top-out spring, aluminum single-sided swingarm; 5 in. (127 mm) travel |
|
|
| BRAKES/WHEELS/TIRES | |
| Brakes |
|
Front: 2 x 330 mm semi-floating discs, radially mounted Brembo Monobloc calipers 4-piston, 2-pad Rear: 245 mm disc, 2-piston caliper |
|
|
| Tires |
|
Front: 120/70 ZR 17 Rear: 190/55 ZR 17 |
|
|
| Frame & Wheel Colors |
|
Frame: Red Wheels: Black |
|
|
| | |
| Rake |
|
24° - 24.5° |
|
|
| Trail |
|
30 ft. |
|
|
| Colors |
|
Red, Midnight Black |
|
|
| Insurance |
|
Get an Insurance Quote |
|
|
|
|
|
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. |
|
|
|

|  Just in time for the summer riding season, Ducati North America and GE Money are launching a special financing program for some of Ducatis best selling motorcycles.
For those who are dreaming of a new Ducati, this program offers low interest rates and extended terms to make some of the most desirable Ducatis more accessible. This promotion will run from May 1 through July 31, 2008 at participating Ducati dealers.
The three models eligible for the program are:
2008 Hypermotard 1100
2008 Hypermotard 1100 S
2008 1098 Superbike
Ducati customers can take advantage of rates as low as 1.99% for 36 months or low payments. Some payment examples include:
The Hypermotard for as low as $199 a month for 72 months
The 1098 Superbike for as low as $269 a month for 72 months
Customers can also take advantage of this offer by rolling Accessories, Apparel and the Ducati Everred Protection Program into the special financing. This allows customers to ride their new bikes with personalized style from the Ducati Performance range.
Rather than limiting the program only to those with flawless credit, Ducati is offering the financing to those in several tiers of eligibility. This opens up the program to Ducatisti who in the past could not easily finance a Ducati.
| |
|
|
|