Ducati 650SL Pantah (1983- 86)

The Ducati Pantah 650SL – a motorcycle of unbridled character and style. In 1983, Ducati increased engine displacement to 82mm by 61.5mm, yielding a significant mid-range torque boost and raising maximum power to 63bhp at 8500rpm.

This 649cc machine shared dimensions with the contemporary 750 racer, allowing Ducati to secure homologation while also creating the most sought-after model of the SL range – the crown jewel of Pantah enthusiasts everywhere.

Key Specifications

Engine Type	Four stroke, 90Ltwin cylinder, SOHC, desmodromic 2 valve per cylinder, belt driven
Engine Capacity	649cc / 39.6 cu in
Max Power	46.3 kw / 63 hp
Max Torque	45 Nm / 4.6 kgf-m / 33.2 ft-lb @ 6000 rpm
Fuel Tank Capacity	18 L / 4.8 US gal / 4.0 Imp gal
Seat Height	30.3 inches / 770 mm

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All Specifications

Make & Model

Model	Ducati 650SL Pantah
Year	1983- 86

Engine

Engine Type	Four stroke, 90Ltwin cylinder, SOHC, desmodromic 2 valve per cylinder, belt driven
Displacement	649cc / 39.6 cu in
Bore x Stroke	82 x 61.5 mm
Compression Ratio	10.0:1
Max Horsepower	46.3 kw / 63 hp
Max Torque	45 Nm / 4.6 kgf-m / 33.2 ft-lb @ 6000 rpm
Engine Management System	Dell’Orto PHF36A
Cooling System	Air cooled

Performance

Top Speed

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Transmission

Clutch	Wet,multiplate
Gearbox	5 Speed
Primary Drive Ratio	2.226:1 (31/69)
Gear Ratios	1st 2.500 / 2nd 1.714 / 3rd 1.333 / 4th 1.074 / 5th 0.966

Electrical & Electronics System

Battery	Yuasa 12V 14Ah
Starter	Electric

Chassis & Suspension

Front Suspension	35 mm Marzocchi fork
Rear Suspension	Marzocchi dual shock absorbers with 3-way adjustable coil spring

Wheels & Brakes

Front Tire Size	100/90-18
Rear Tire Size	110/90-18
Front Brakes	2 x 260mm Discs, 2 piston calipers
Rear Brakes	Single 260 mm disc, 1 piston caliper

Dimension & Weights

Overall Length	2150 mm / 84.6 in
Overall Width	700 mm / 27.6 in
Overall Height	1280 mm / 50.4 in
Seat Height	30.3 inches / 770 mm
Wheelbase	57.1 inches / 1450 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity	18 L / 4.8 US gal / 4.0 Imp gal
Dry Weight	180 kg / 397 lbs

Features

649cc engine
Engine dimensions shared with 750 racer
Increased engine size (82mm x 61.5mm)
Mid-range torque improved
Maximum power raised to 63bhp at 8500rpm
Homologation achieved through this model
Most sought-after SL range model
Shared red and yellow livery with F2 factory racers
Fuel cap design allowing water into petrol tank

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