Ducati 906 Paso (1988)

The Ducati 906 Paso is a high-performance motorcycle that embodies the perfect blend of Italian style and engineering prowess. Powered by a potent 90-degree L-twin cylinder engine, featuring desmodromic valve actuation and a smooth, SOHC configuration, this bike delivers a thrilling riding experience.

With its water-cooled engine and improved build quality, the Paso 906 is a significant step up from its predecessor, the 750. The result is a bike that’s not only more powerful but also more refined and better suited to long-distance touring. The addition of a sixth gear in the gearbox further enhances its touring credentials.

The combination of Massimo Tamburini’s sleek bodywork, Marzocchi suspension, and Brembo brakes creates an exceptional riding experience that’s both agile and stable. With its 16-inch wheels and precision-engineered chassis, the Ducati 906 Paso is a true thoroughbred that’s as at home on twisty roads as it is on the open highway.

The culmination of this engineering masterpiece is a motorcycle that’s not just faster but also more refined and sophisticated than its predecessor. The result is a truly unforgettable riding experience that will leave even the most seasoned motorcyclists grinning from ear to ear, and eagerly anticipating their next turn behind the handlebars.

Key Specifications

Engine Type	Four stroke, 90 L twin cylinder, SOHC, desmodromic 2 valve per cylinder, belt driven
Engine Capacity	904 cc / 55.2 cu in
Max Power	64.7 kw / 88 hp
Max Torque	85 Nm / 8.7 kgf-m / 62.7 ft-lb @ 5000 rpm
Fuel Tank Capacity	22 L / 5.8 US gal / 4.8 Imp gal
Weight (Wet/Kerb)	489 lbs / 222 kg
Seat Height	30.7 inches / 780 mm

*n/a – information not provided by manufacturer

All Specifications

Make & Model

Model	Ducati 906 Paso
Year	1988

Engine

Engine Type	Four stroke, 90 L twin cylinder, SOHC, desmodromic 2 valve per cylinder, belt driven
Displacement	904 cc / 55.2 cu in
Bore x Stroke	92 x 68 mm
Compression Ratio	9.2:1
Max Horsepower	64.7 kw / 88 hp
Max Torque	85 Nm / 8.7 kgf-m / 62.7 ft-lb @ 5000 rpm
Engine Management System	2x 44mm Weber 44 DCNF 116 carburetor
Cooling System	Liquid cooled

Performance

Top Speed

213.4 km/h / 132.6 mph

*n/a – information not provided by manufacturer

Transmission

Clutch	Dry, multiplate
Gearbox	6 Speed
Primary Drive Ratio	2.000:1 (31/62)
Gear Ratios	1st 2.466 / 2nd / 1.764 / 3rd 1.350 / 4th 1.091 / 5th 0.958 / 6th 0.857:1
Final Drive	Chain

Electrical & Electronics System

Battery	12V 19Ah
Starter	Electric

Chassis & Suspension

Front Suspension	42 mm Marzocchi M1R oil-dynamic fork provided with external adjusting system of the extension brake
Rear Suspension	Swinging fork with oil-dynamic adjustable mono shock, Marzocchi Duoshock

Wheels & Brakes

Front Tire Size	130/60-16
Rear Tire Size	160/60-16
Front Brakes	2 x 280 mm Discs, 2 piston calipers
Rear Brakes	Single 270 mm disc, 1 piston caliper

Dimension & Weights

Overall Length	2032 mm / 80.0 in
Overall Width	665 mm / 26.2 in
Overall Height	1150 mm / 45.3 in
Seat Height	30.7 inches / 780 mm
Wheelbase	57.1 inches / 1450 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity	22 L / 5.8 US gal / 4.8 Imp gal
Wet (kerb/curb) Weight	489 lbs / 222 kg
Dry Weight	205 kg / 452 lbs

Features

Four stroke engine
90 L twin cylinder engine
SOHC design
Desmodromic valve system
2 valves per cylinder
Belt driven engine
Introduced for 1989
Water cooled engine
Square-tube frame
Hidden bodywork designed by Massimo Tamburini
Twin-choke Weber carburettor
Marzocchi suspension at both ends
Brembo brakes
16″ wheels
Sixth gear in the gearbox

*We strive to provide the most comprehensive and accurate specifications possible. However, certain details may not be available if the manufacturer did not disclose them or if the information is no longer publicly accessible. If you find any discrepancy with any data on this site, please feel free to let us know at contact@throttlecraze.com