MCNEWS.COM.AU - The ultimate in motorcycle news 2003 Ducati 999R
November 14th
, 2002
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Ducati this week released details to the 998R successor, understandably dubbed the 999R.

Powered by the Testastretta 999cc, 139 HP (bore 104 x stroke 58.8mm), the motorcycle boasts state-of-the-art componentry.

  • Full carbon fibre fairing
  • 5 spoke Y aluminium alloy forged rims
  • Radially mounted front brake calipers
  • Magnesium alloy head light support
  • Silver number plate on the steering head

The bike is supplied with a Racing Kit that includes: 102 Db exhaust mono-silencer (no cat), CPU; rear paddock stand, dedicated bike cover.

The 999R, complete with certificate of authenticity, will be sold exclusively online in a limited edition run of no more than 800 units.

Reserve your 999R from the beginning of December, 2002!

"Key in hand" price will be 30,000 Euro (racing kit included).

  • Engine - L twin cylinder, 4 valve Testastretta Desmodromic, liquid cooled
  • Displacement - 999cc
  • Bore and stroke - 104 x 58.8 mm
  • Compression Ratio - 12.3:1
  • Power - 102 kW - 139 HP @ 10,000 rpm
  • Torque - 108 Nm - 11 Kgm @ 8,000 rpm
  • Fuel Injection - Marelli Electronic Fuel Injection, 54 mm throttle body
  • Exhaust - Exhaust system with steel single muffler, with catalytic converter
  • Gearbox - 6 speed
  • Ratios - 1a 37/15, 2a 30/17, 3a 28/20, 4a 26/22, 5a 24/23, 6a 23/24
  • Primary drive - Straight cut gears; ratio 1.84
  • Final drive - Chain; Front sprocket 15; Rear sprocket 36
  • Clutch - Dry multiplate with hydraulic control
  • Frame - Tubular ALS 450 steel trellis frame
  • Wheelbase - 1420 mm
  • Rake - 23.5° - 24.5°
  • Steering angle - 28.5° r.h. and l.h.
  • Front suspension - Ohlins with TiN upside-down fork fully adjustable, for radial calipers
  • Front wheel travel - 120 mm
  • Front wheel - New design 5 spoke Y light alloy forged 3.50 x 17
  • Front tyre - 120/70 ZR 17
  • Rear suspension - Ohlins progressive linkage with adjustable monoshock
  • Rear wheel travel - 128 mm
  • Rear wheel - New design 5 spoke Y light alloy forged 5.50 x 17
  • Rear tyre - 190/50 ZR 17
  • Front Brake - 2 x 320 mm semi-floating discs, 4-piston radial caliper, 4 pads
  • Rear Brake - 240 mm disc, 2-piston caliper
  • Fuel tank capacity - 15.5 l (3 l reserve)
  • Weight - 425 lbs.
  • Seat height - 780 mm
  • Max height - 43.7 in
  • Max length - 82.5 in
  • Instruments - Speedometer, rev counter, indicators for high beam, turn signals, warning light for low oil pressure, fuel level, warning light for neutral, water temperature, immobilizer
  • Warranty - 2 years unlimited mileage
  • Tank and fairing colours - Red
  • Frame and wheel colours - Frame: metallic grey - Wheel rims: black
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