Ducati 750 Sport (1972 – 73)

Ducati 750 Sport (1972 - 73)

The Ducati 750 Sport: a rare and elusive gem that sits at the pinnacle of Ducati’s early superbike endeavors. Born in 1972, this high-performance version of the GT model boasts slightly greater power and agility, making it an attractive choice for privateer racers across Europe.

Its L-twin engine, designed by Fabio Taglioni, is a masterclass in engineering efficiency, marrying proven single-cylinder components with innovative crankcase design. The result is a potent 748cc powerhouse that defies its relatively new beginnings, showcasing the brand’s rapid ascension to the forefront of the superbike scene.

With its razor-sharp handling and blistering acceleration, the Ducati 750 Sport represents the ultimate expression of Italian engineering, precision-crafted for riders who crave unbridled performance on two wheels.

Key Specifications

Engine TypeFour stroke, 90Ltwin cylinder, SOHC, 2 valves per cylinder, bevel gear driven
Engine Capacity45.6 cubic inches / 748 cc
Max Power45.6 kw / 62 hp
Fuel Tank Capacity4.5 US gallons / 17.0 L
Seat Height30.7 inches / 780 mm
Ducati 750 Sport (1972 - 73)

All Specifications

Make & Model

ModelDucati 750 Sport
Year1972 – 73

Engine

Engine TypeFour stroke, 90Ltwin cylinder, SOHC, 2 valves per cylinder, bevel gear driven
Displacement45.6 cubic inches / 748 cc
Bore x Stroke80 x 74.4 mm
Compression Ratio9.3:1
Max Horsepower45.6 kw / 62 hp
Engine Management System2 x Dell’Orto PHF 32A carburetors
Cooling SystemAir cooled

Performance

Top Speed210 km/h / 131 mph

Transmission

ClutchWet, multiplate
Gearbox5 Speed
Primary Drive Ratio2.448:1 (29/71)
Gear Ratios1st 2.237 / 2nd 1.562 / 3rd 1.203 / 4th 1.000 / 5th 0.887:1
Final DriveChain

Electrical & Electronics System

BatteryYuasa 12N-12A-4A-12V
StarterKick

Chassis & Suspension

Frame TypeTubular steel, twin downtube
Front Suspension38 mm Marzocchi fork
Rear SuspensionDual shocks, Marzocchi 305 mm, 3-way adjustable

Wheels & Brakes

Front Tire Size3.25 – 19
Rear Tire Size3.50 – 18 or 4.10 – 18
Front BrakesSingle 275 mm disc, Lockheed caliper
Rear Brakes200 mm Drum

Dimension & Weights

Seat Height30.7 inches / 780 mm
Wheelbase60.2 inches / 1530 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity4.5 US gallons / 17.0 L
Dry Weight182 kg / 401 lbs

Features

  • 748cc Ducati twin engine
  • Desmodromic design (on some models)
  • Higher-performance version of the Ducati 750 GT
  • Slightly more powerful than the 750 GT
  • Can be ordered with a half fairing and twin front disc brakes
  • Popular choice for privateer racers in Europe in the early 1970s
  • Road-legal motorcycle
  • Competes with Japanese and British superbikes
  • Engine design based on V-twin used in Vincent Black Shadow
  • Two single cylinder barrels and heads modified to fit onto a crankcase
  • Proven, pre-existing parts supply used
  • Heat sink fins on the barrels of the front-facing cylinder
  • 57 hp produced (on some models)
  • Regular valve train on consumer-friendly versions
  • Compression ratio increased for more power
  • Larger 32mm DellOrto PHF carburetors with no filters
Ducati 750 Sport (1972 - 73)
Ducati 750 Sport (1972 - 73)
Ducati 750 Sport (1972 - 73)

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