The Ducati 750SSImola Desmo is an iconic motorcycle that wrote its name into racing history with Paul Smart and Bruno Spaggiari’s thrilling victory at Imola in 1972. This legendary bike not only showcased the manufacturer’s capabilities but also marked a significant shift in Ducati’s approach to racing, focusing on production-derived machines.
With its potent 80hp twin-cylinder engine, capable of reaching 8,500 rpm, the 750SSImola Desmo delivers an exhilarating riding experience. Its lightweight construction, achieved through meticulous attention to detail, including carefully filed-down parts and precision-tuned Dellorto carburetors with 40mm choke tubes and accelerator pumps, adds to its agility and responsiveness on the road.
The result is a motorcycle that embodies the essence of Italian racing heritage, blending raw power with finesse and style. As a testament to its enduring impact, the Ducati 750SSImola Desmo remains an iconic symbol of motorcycling’s rich history, forever etched in the annals of time as a champion of speed and innovation.
Key Specifications
Engine Type
Four stroke, 90Vtwin cylinder, SOHC, 2 valves per cylinder, bevel gear driven
Engine Capacity
45.6 cubic inches / 748 cc
Max Power
65.5 kw / 89 hp
Fuel Tank Capacity
6.3 US gallons / 24.0 L
*n/a – information not provided by manufacturer
All Specifications
Make & Model
Model
Ducati 750SSImola Desmo
Year
1972
Engine
Engine Type
Four stroke, 90Vtwin cylinder, SOHC, 2 valves per cylinder, bevel gear driven
Displacement
45.6 cubic inches / 748 cc
Bore x Stroke
80 x 74.4 mm
Compression Ratio
10:1
Max Horsepower
65.5 kw / 89 hp
Engine Management System
2 xDell’Orto PHF40 carburetors with accelerator pump
Lubrication System
Wet sump
Cooling System
Air cooled
Performance
Top Speed
Approx. 250 km/h / 155 mph
*n/a – information not provided by manufacturer
Transmission
Clutch
Wet, multiplate
Gearbox
5 Speed
Final Drive
Chain
Electrical & Electronics System
Starter
Kick
Chassis & Suspension
Frame Type
Duplex open cradle tubular steel
Front Suspension
Marzocchi telescopic hydraulic front fork with raked pins
Rear Suspension
Swinging-arm rear suspension with two Ceriani 310-mm shocks
Trail
60 mm / 2.36 in
Wheels & Brakes
Wheels
Borrani light alloy rims
Front Tire Size
Dunlop KR Tires, 3.25 x 18
Rear Tire Size
Dunlop KR Tires, 3.50 x 18
Front Brakes
Twin 280-mm disks with Lockheed calipers
Rear Brakes
229 mm Disk with Lockheed caliper
Dimension & Weights
Wheelbase
60.2 inches / 1530 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
6.3 US gallons / 24.0 L
Dry Weight
163 kg / 359 lbs
Features
Four-stroke engine
Desmodromic distribution system
Single overhead camshaft
Dellorto carburetors with 40 mm choke tubes and accelerator pumps
Production frames and engines
Lightened components for weight reduction
80 hp at 8,500 rpm
Fuel-injected or carburetted engine (not specified)
Centerstand
Dual exhausts
Brakes: front disc brake, rear drum brakes
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