Ducati 350XL Pantah (1983 – 85)

Ducati 350XL Pantah (1983 - 85)

The Ducati 350XL Pantah: a motorcycle born from the Italian market’s unique regulations, where 350cc bikes offered several advantages over their larger capacity counterparts. To capitalize on this, Ducati created a simplified version of their fully faired Pantah SL 350, aimed squarely at the domestic market.

With its powerful parallel-twin engine producing 38 horsepower at a screaming 11,500 RPM, the 350XL Pantah was built for enthusiasts who craved high-revving excitement. Its fixed fairing replaced with a small nose fairing, and several accessories stripped back to reduce costs, this bike was no mere down-bored big brother.

But would its allure be enough to tempt buyers away from more established 350cc models like the Morini 3 1/2 Sport or Guzzi Imola? Only time would tell.

Key Specifications

Engine TypeFour stroke, 90L twin cylinder, Desmo SOHC, belt driven
Engine Capacity348.9 cc / 21.3 cu in
Max Power29.1 kw / 40 hp
Fuel Tank Capacity18 L/ 4.8 US gal / 4.0 Imp gal
Seat Height29.9 inches / 760 mm
Ducati 350XL Pantah (1983 - 85)

All Specifications

Make & Model

ModelDucati 350XL Pantah
Year1983 – 85

Engine

Engine TypeFour stroke, 90L twin cylinder, Desmo SOHC, belt driven
Displacement348.9 cc / 21.3 cu in
Bore x Stroke66 x 51 mm
Compression Ratio10.4:1
Max Horsepower29.1 kw / 40 hp
Engine Management SystemDell’Orto PHF30A

Performance

Top SpeedXL / TL: 170 km/h / 106 mphSL: 180 km/h / 112 mph

Transmission

ClutchWet, multiplate
Gearbox5 Speed
Gear Ratios1st 2.500 / 2nd 1.714 / 3rd 1.333 / 4th 1.074 / 5th 0.931:1
Final DriveChain

Electrical & Electronics System

BatteryYuasa 12V 14Ah
StarterElectric

Chassis & Suspension

Front Suspension35 mm Paioli or Marzocchi fork
Rear SuspensionSwingarm, Paioli twin shock, 3-way adjustable

Wheels & Brakes

Front Tire Size3.00-18
Rear Tire Size3.50-18
Front Brakes2 x 260 mm Discs
Rear BrakesSingle 260 mm disc

Dimension & Weights

Overall LengthXL / TL: 2160 mm / 85.0 in. SL: 2150 mm / 84.6 in
Overall WidthXL / TL: 710 mm / 28.0 in. SL 670 mm / 26.4 in
Seat Height29.9 inches / 760 mm
Wheelbase57.1 inches / 1450 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity18 L/ 4.8 US gal / 4.0 Imp gal
Dry WeightXL / TL: 177 kg / 390 lbsSL: 176 kg / 389 lbs

Features

  • Lower VAT purchase tax for Italian market
  • Lower insurance costs for Italian market
  • Lower road tax for Italian market
  • Rideable at 18 years old in Italy, 21 elsewhere
  • 350 cc engine
  • Removed fixed fairing and added small nose fairing
  • Accessories removed or replaced to lower price
  • No pillion seat cover standard
  • Solid brake discs
  • Cheaper Paioli rear shocks without external reservoir
  • Slightly raised handlebars instead of clip-ons
  • Powerful little engine that loves to rev high
  • Max power claimed 38 hp @ 11500 RPM
  • Not as quick as similar bikes from other manufacturers
  • Relatively heavy for a 350 cc bike
Ducati 350XL Pantah (1983 - 85)

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