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Control, precision and pure fun: the supremacy of the new Streetfighter 848...

The new Streetfighter 848 offers pure motorcycling thrills thanks to its perfect combination of 848 Testastretta 11° engine and a new Trellis frame with Superbike 848EVO-derived geometry. Outstanding control and precision make the Streetfighter 848 irresistible. Thanks to the superb handling offered by the new frame, the progressive easy-to-manage power delivery provided by the Testastretta 11° engine, the confidence-inspiring upright riding position and Ducati Traction Control, which keeps watch over the power, this latest interpretation of the fighter concept delivers instant, knock-out riding enjoyment.



The Streetfighter features everything that has made Ducati Superbikes legendary: the breathtaking power of the L-Twin, the superlative suspension set-up, the awesome rear swingarm and racing-derived brakes.


As of today, the Streetfighter family just got bigger: whether you're aiming to rip up the asphalt with the astonishing power of the latest Streetfighter 848. Weave through the bends with precision and assured control on the new Streetfighter 848, pure riding pleasure is guaranteed.

Confident contender – Supreme fighter


The confident and urban-friendly Streetfighter 848 continues the stylish, exciting and high-performance challenge from this unique naked family.


2014 Ducati Streetfighter 848 - Totalmotorcycle.com USA Specifications/Technical Details
US MSRP Price: $13,495 USD
Canada MSRP Price: $14,495 CDN

Engine Type
L-Twin cylinder, 4 valve per cylinder Desmodromic, liquid cooled
Displacement
849cc
Bore x Stroke
94x61,2mm
Compression ratio
13.2:1
Power
132hp (97kW) @ 10.000rpm
Torque
93.5 Nm (69 lb-ft) @ 9,500 rpm

Technical data referring to power and torque was measured on an engine test stand at Ducati.
Fuel injection
Marelli electronic fuel injection, elliptical throttle bodies
Exhaust
Lightweight 2-1-2 system with catalytic converter and two lambda probes. Twin stainless steel mufflers


Chassis

Frame
Tubular steel Trellis frame in ALS 450
Front suspension
Marzocchi 43mm fully adjustable usd forks
Front wheel
10-spoke in light alloy 3.50 x 17
Front Tyre
Pirelli Diablo Corsa 120/70 ZR17
Rear suspension
Progressive linkage with fully adjustable monoshock. Aluminium single-sided swingarm
Rear wheel
10-spoke light alloy 5.50 x 17
Rear tyre
Pirelli Diablo Corsa 180/60 ZR17
Front wheel travel
127mm (5in)
Rear wheel travel
127mm (5in)
Front brake
2 x 320mm semi-floating discs, radially mounted Brembo callipers 4-piston, 2-pad
Rear brake
245mm disc, 2-piston calliper
Instrumentation
Digital unit with displays for: Speedometer, rev counter, lap times, time, air temp, coolant temp, battery voltage, A & B trips, fuel reserve trip, DTC status and level selected (if activated) scheduled maintenance. Warning lights for: Neutral, turn signals, high-beam, rev-limit, DTC intervention, oil pressure, fuel reserve. Plus: Immobilizer system and management of DTC and DDA


Dimensions and weight

Dry weight
169kg (373lb)

Weight data refers to the dry weight of the motorcycle without battery, lubricants and coolants for liquid-cooled models.
Wet weight (KERB)
199kg (439lb)

Kerb weights indicate total bike weight with all operating consumable liquids and a fuel tank filled to 90% of capacity (as per EC standard 93/93).
Seat height
840mm (33in)
Wheelbase
1475mm (58.1 in)
Rake
24,5°
Trail
103mm (4.05in)
Fuel tank capacity
16,5 l - 4.4 gallon (US)
Number of seats
Dual seat



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From the URAL of the past to the Ducati of the future... Around the same price, just no sidecar on the Ducati...

Mike

oopphhh I like this machine but I don't care for the price tag I gotta think about this one.

BRUMBEAR wrote:oopphhh I like this machine but I don't care for the price tag I gotta think about this one.

Yeah, that's a lotta coin just to tear the @$$ outta a canyon or two on the weekends. On the plus side though, I'm sure the high price tag acts as a deterrent to beginner or even novice riders who have no business sitting on this beast.

This gets a Cool -- at the end of the day this just doesn't have enough appeal or functionality to earn an Awesome.

Me likkie, me never ride let alone own one, but me likkie.

I think the price is pretty much in the zone for this kind of bike. To compare, a regular Triumph Speed Triple is $700 less, and a Triumph Speed Triple R with the fancy suspension is $1200 more. A Street Triple R is $3500 less, but it's also down about 25 hp while weighing about the same.

Cool.

I give it a cool. Somehow the Street Triple R still appeals more, if I was in the market for a standard/naked.

Just wondering though, standards are supposed to be more versatile and practical. Does this even have an option for a small luggage rack? A centerstand? A helmet lock? It can be rightly argued that that's not what Ducatis are about, but it's getting rarer and rarer to see any standard in this size class with some of these practical touches.

Definitely cool, maybe I am too old but I also would like some kind of was to carry something (lunch, work clothes) and yes a centerstand would be good but not a must.

I like it! Cool!

I have a newb question about the exhaust which is a 2 into 1 into 2: once you combined the exhaust for the catalytic converter, is there any power advantage in splitting the exhaust so that you have 2 silencers or is this primarily just for aesthetics?

Safe Travels,
Richard

I haven't ridden it, but rode 1098 version when it first came out. Very capable, very fast, but somehow without soul. The Superduke that I rode to and from the test ride was, and still is the polar opposite.

As for the ergos, the pegs are surprisingly high, and the handlebars surprisingly low for a modern super-naked bike.

Last Saturday I rode the new Monster 1200 Testretta and THAT bike has all that the Streetfighter was missing. I don't know why - it just does.