Ducati 750 Super Sport (1975 – 76)

Ducati 750 Super Sport (1975 - 76)

The Ducati 750 Super Sport: a motorcycling icon that embodies the perfect blend of track prowess and street sensibility. This Italian masterpiece, born from the success of its 1972 Imola-winning bike, boasts an impressive array of cutting-edge technology. At its heart lies a revolutionary 90-degree V-twin engine, featuring Ducati’s pioneering desmodromic valve actuation system.

This innovative design eliminates the need for valve springs, ensuring precise and reliable operation at high RPMs. The engine breathes through two 40mm Dell’Orto pumper carbs, with no air filters in sight, unleashing a distinctive exhaust note courtesy of thinly disguised Conti megaphones.

Ride the Ducati 750 Super Sport, and you’ll experience the pure thrill of Italian engineering, combined with Ducati’s signature riding dynamic. With its quick-handling 18-inch rims and purposeful design, this machine was born to carve through twisties and devour straights alike.

Key Specifications

Engine TypeFour stroke, 90Ltwin cylinder, SOHC, 2 valves per cylinder, bevel gear driven
Engine Capacity45.6 cubic inches / 748 cc
Max Power51.5 kw / 70 hp
Fuel Tank Capacity4.5 US gallons / 17.0 L
Seat Height30.0 inches / 760 mm
Ducati 750 Super Sport (1975 - 76)

All Specifications

Make & Model

ModelDucati 750 Super Sport
Year1975 – 76

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 Ratio9.65:1
Max Horsepower51.5 kw / 70 hp
Engine Management System2 x Dell’Orto PHM 40A, B or C carburetors
Cooling SystemAir cooled

Performance

Top Speed230 km/h / 143 mph

Transmission

ClutchWet, multiplate
Gearbox5 Speed
Primary Drive Ratio2.187:1 (32/70)
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 telescopic fork
Rear SuspensionDual shocks, Marzocchi 310 mm, 3-way adjustable

Wheels & Brakes

Front Tire Size3.50 – 18
Rear Tire Size3.50 – 18
Front BrakesTwin280 mm disc,Scarab caliper
Rear BrakesSingle 230 mm disc, Lockheed caliper

Dimension & Weights

Seat Height30.0 inches / 760 mm
Wheelbase59.1 inches / 1500 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity4.5 US gallons / 17.0 L
Dry Weight180 kg / 397 lbs

Features

  • 90-degree V-twin engine
  • Desmodromic valve actuation system
  • No valve springs
  • 40mm Dell’Orto pumper carbs
  • No air filters
  • Thinly disguised megaphones as mufflers
  • 18-inch front and rear rims
  • Dual-disc brake at the front
  • Single-disc brake at the rear
  • Lockheed or Scarab braking components (depending on model year)
  • Rigid frame with engine as stressed member
  • Marzocchi suspension
  • Supremely rider-friendly handling
  • Huge low- and mid-range torque
  • Linear flow of horsepower
  • Smooth, progressive, and fade-free brakes
Ducati 750 Super Sport (1975 - 76)
Ducati 750 Super Sport (1975 - 76)

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