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Sunday, July 25, 2010

Harley-Davidson Fire/Rescue Electra Glide, 2009

Harley-Davidson Fire/Rescue Electra Glide, 2009

The one. The only. The legend.
Harley-Davidson Fire and Rescue motorcycles are known the world over as the vehicle of choice for those who protect and serve. A motor officer shouldn’t have to settle for anything less.

NEW IN 2009
=ALL-NEW FRAME AND SWINGARM
Features 50% fewer parts and welds and provides greater load carrying capacity.
=NEW 68-TOOTH RUBBER ISOLATED REAR DRIVE SPROCKET
With Isolated Drive System, offers smoother power delivery and increased acceleration.
=NEW 2-1-2 EXHAUST
Creates more passenger leg room and improves rider/passenger comfort.
=NEW LED REAR FENDER TIP LIGHT AND LED LICENSE PLATE ILLUMINATION

Training
Like no one else in the industry, Harley-Davidson completes its motorcycle offering with professional partnerships to provide outstanding operator and technician training.

NORTHWESTERN UNIVERSITY CENTER FOR PUBLIC SAFETY
For more than 20 years, the Harley-Davidson Motor Company has worked with Northwestern University Center for Public Safety to make motor officers safer through training. From our humble beginnings, moving six motorcycles in a U-Haul four times a year, we’ve built a nationwide program, transporting 21. training motorcycles in a custom tractor-trailer to as many as 13 locations each year.

MOTORCYCLE MECHANICS INSTITUTE
Training for technicians who serve law enforcement agencies that use Harley-Davidson® police motorcycles is offered at the Motorcycle Mechanics Institute in Orlando, Florida and Phoenix, Arizona.
Working with Harley-Davidson University, we provide a curriculum similar to that offered for dealership technicians.
5 classes are held in spring and fall: Vehicle Maintenance, Electrical Diagnostics, Air-Cooled Powertrain, Engine Management Systems and Chassis/ABS Service.

DIMENSIONS
Length 95.14 in.
Seat Height
Laden 1 27.3 in.
Unladen 30.7 in.
Ground Clearance 5.10 in.
Rake Steering Head/Trail 26° / 6.69 in.
Wheelbase 63.5 in.
Track Width N/A
Fuel Capacity 6.0 gal.
Oil Capacity 4.0 qt.

Weight
Dry Weight 791.0 lbs.
Running Order 828.0 lbs.
Luggage Capacity
Volume N/A
Weight N/A

POWERTRAIN
Engine 2 Air-cooled, Twin Cam 103
Displacement 103.00 cu. in.
Bore x Stroke 3.88 in. x 4.38 in.
Engine Torque 3 102 ft lbs @ 2500 rpm
Fuel System 4 Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection (ESPFI)
Compression Ratio 9.6:1
Miles per Gallon 5
ESPFI 54 hwy / 35 city
Primary Drive Chain, 34/46 ratio
Gear Ratio (overall)
1st 9.593
2nd 6.65
3rd 4.938
4th 4
5th 3.407
6th 2.875

WHEELS/TIRES
Wheels 6
Front Black, Slotted Disc Cast Aluminum
Rear Black, Slotted Disc Cast Aluminum
Wheel Option N/A
Tire Size
Front D407F BW
Rear D407 BW

ELECTRICAL
Instruments Tank-mounted electronic speedometer with odometer, tachometer.
Indicator Lamps 7 High beam, turn signals, hazard signals, neutral, low oil pressure, engine diagnostics, low fuel, police emergency light activation, 6-speed, ABS light (optional)
Reverse Function N/A

CHASSIS
Brakes 32 mm 4-piston fixed front and rear
Parking Brake N/A
Lean Angle (per SAEJ1168) 31° / 33°
Exhaust System Chrome, cross-over exhaust w/ dual mufflers and taper End Caps

COLOR OPTIONS
Fire Engine Red

PRICING 8
MSRP
Black $ N/A
Color $ N/A
Two-Tone $ N/A
Custom Color $ N/A
Security $ N/A
Wheel Option $ N/A
ABS Option $ N/A
Reverse Option $ N/A
Cruise Control $ N/A
California Emissions $ N/A
Freight $ N/A

METRIC UNITS DIMENSIONS

Length 2416.56 mm
Seat Height
Laden 1 693.42 mm
Unladen 779.78 mm
Ground Clearance 129.54 mm
Rake Steering Head/Trail 26° / 169.93 mm
Wheelbase 1612.9 mm
Track Width N/A
Fuel Capacity 22.71 L
Oil Capacity 3.78 L
Weight
Dry Weight 358.79 kg
Running Order 375.57 kg
Luggage Capacity
Volume N/A
Weight N/A

POWERTRAIN
Engine 2 Air-cooled, Twin Cam 103™
Displacement 1688 cm³
Bore x Stroke 98.55 mm x 111.25 mm
Engine Torque 3 138.31 Nm @ 2500 rpm
Fuel System 4 Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection (ESPFI)
Compression Ratio 9.6:1
Liters per 100 KM
ESPFI 4.36 hwy / 6.72 city
Primary Drive Chain, 34/46 ratio
Gear Ratio (overall)
1st 9.593
2nd 6.65
3rd 4.938
4th 4
5th 3.407
6th 2.875

WHEELS/TIRES
Wheels 5
Front Black, Slotted Disc Cast Aluminum
Rear Black, Slotted Disc Cast Aluminum
Wheel Option N/A
Tire Size
Front D407F BW
Rear D407 BW

ELECTRICAL
Instruments Tank-mounted electronic speedometer with odometer, tachometer.
Indicator Lamps 6 High beam, turn signals, hazard signals, neutral, low oil pressure, engine diagnostics, low fuel, police emergency light activation, 6-speed, ABS light (optional)
Reverse Function N/A

CHASSIS
Brakes 32 mm 4-piston fixed front and rear
Parking Brake N/A
Lean Angle (per SAEJ1168) 31° / 33°
Exhaust System Chrome, cross-over exhaust w/ dual mufflers and taper End Caps

COLOR OPTIONS
Fire Engine Red

PRICING 7
MSRP
Black $ N/A
Color $ N/A
Two-Tone $ N/A
Custom Color $ N/A
Security $ N/A
Wheel Option $ N/A
ABS Option $ N/A
Reverse Option $ N/A
Cruise Control $ N/A
California Emissions $ N/A
Freight $ N/A

1. Measurement reflects 180 lb./81.7 kg operator weight.
2. Recommended 91 octane or higher fuel (R+M)/2.
3. Values shown are nominal. Performance may vary by country and region.
4. Standard and optional fuel systems may vary by country.
5. Estimated from fuel economy tests on a sample motorcycle from the corresponding family conducted by Harley-Davidson under ideal laboratory conditions. Not all motorcycle models undergo fuel economy testing. Fuel economy and mileage may vary among motorcycle models within a family. Your mileage may vary depending on your personal riding habits, weather conditions, trip length, vehicle condition and vehicle configuration and other conditions. Break-in mileage may vary.
6. Standard and optional wheels may vary by country and region.
7. North America security system includes immobilizer; outside North America the security system includes immobilizer and siren.
8. Prices listed are the Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Prices. Options such as color are available at additional cost. Prices exclude dealer setup, taxes, title and licensing and are subject to change. Dealer prices may vary.

Vehicles depicted may differ from vehicles manufactured and delivered. Specifications and prices listed may differ from specifications and prices of vehicles manufactured and delivered.
All product descriptions (including depictions, specifications, dimensions, measurements, ratings and competitive comparisons) are based on available information at the time of publication. Although such descriptions are believed correct, errors and changes can occur and complete accuracy cannot be guaranteed.

Harley-Davidson may make changes at any time to prices and specifications, and may change or discontinue models, without notice and without incurring any obligation.
Attention: Vehicles in the configurations shown and many of the accessories described in this catalog may not be available for sale or use in some locations. Please check with your dealer for complete product details and the latest information.

Harley-Davidson FXDF Dyna Fat Bob, 2009

Harley-Davidson FXDF Dyna Fat Bob, 2009






The massive stature of the Dyna Fat Bob, led by twin headlights braced between polished triple clamps, has an unmistakable street presence. Riding on big tires with an aggressive tread pattern mounted on 16-inch Slotted Cast Aluminum wheels, the Fat Bob is a cool and confident ride. New features include high performance chrome-covered coil-over rear shocks, and silver-faced speedometer with range countdown. The chrome Tommy Gun 2-1-2 exhaust accents the black-and-polished Twin Cam 96 engine. Forward foot controls and flat drag bars create a cool and comfortable ride.

The Harley-Davidson Dyna family has its roots in the factory-custom revolution of the 1970s. These five motorcycles pair Big Twin performance with an extended FX front end. Dyna has always had a reputation for great handling, with loads of attitude that appeals to riders with a strong inclination for independent thinking.

A 1584 cc Twin Cam 96 powertrain with Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection (ESPFI) mated to the 6-Speed Cruise Drive transmission cranks out 92 ft.-lbs. of torque at 3000 rpm. Common Dyna characteristics include the under-seat battery box, exposed rear shock absorbers, and a classic Fat Bob fuel tank with console.

New on Dyna for 2009:
Silver-face speedometer with fuel range read-out: The new Dyna speedometer stands out in silver and adds a functional fuel range read-out.
New fuel sender: The speedometer range read-out is the result of a new fuel sender.
Low profile front fender: The gap between tire and fender tightens with the cool look of a new low-profile front fender.

FXDF Dyna Fat Bob features:
Vibration isolated Twin Cam 96 engine
6-speed Cruise Drive transmission
Black powdercoated engine with polished rocker boxes
New silver-faced speedometer with range countdown

New fuel sender
High Performance “Full metal jacket” chrome-covered shock absorbers
Chrome Tommy Gun exhaust with Staggered Dual mufflers
180 mm-16 rear / 130 mm-16 front tires
Cast Aluminum Slotted Disc 16-inch front/rear wheels

Bobtail rear fender
5.1-gallon Fat Bob fuel tank
Drag-style handlebar on black riser
Polished aluminum triple clamps
Black fork lowers and mirrors
28-degree fork angle
Dual headlamps
Forward or mid foot controls
Optional Smart Security System

The Dimensions
Length 91.73 in. (2329.94 mm)
Overall Width 35.03 in. (889.76 mm)
Overall Height 44.56 in. (1131.82 mm)
Seat Height:
• Laden2: 26.10 in. (662.94 mm)
• Unladen: 27.08 in. (687.83 mm)

The Ground Clearance 4.92 in. (124.99 mm)
Rake (steering head) 29°
Fork Angle 28°
Trail 4.92 in. (124.97 mm)
Wheelbase 63.77 in. (1619.76 mm)
Tires (Dunlop® Harley-Davidson Series, bias blackwall front and rear):
• Front – D427F 130/90B16
• Rear – D427 180/70B16

The Fuel Capacity 5 gal. (18.93 L) (warning light at approximately 0.9 gal.)
Oil Capacity (w/filter) 3 qts. (2.84 L)
Transmission Capacity 1 qts. (0.95 L)
Primary Chain
Case Capacity11
1 qts. (0.95 L)
The Weight:
• As Shipped 669.70 lbs. (303.77 kg)
• In Running Order 703 lbs. (318.88 kg)
• Gross Vehicle Weight Rating 1085 lbs. (492.15 kg)
• Gross Axle Weight Rating:
• Front 390 lbs. (176.90 kg)
• Rear 695 lbs. (315.25 kg)

The Engine
Engine3 Air-cooled, Twin Cam 96
Valves Pushrod-operated, overhead valves with hydraulic, self-adjusting lifters; two valves per cylinder
Bore x Stroke 3.75 in. x 4.38 in. (95.25 mm x 111.25 mm)
Displacement3 96 cu. in. (1584 cc)
Compression Ratio 9.2:1
Fuel System9 Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection (ESPFI)
Air Cleaner Fiberglass Media, washable
Lubrication System Pressurized, dry-sump

The Drivetrain
Primary Drive Chain, 34/46 ratio
Final Drive10 Belt, 32/66 ratio
Clutch 9-plate, wet
Transmission 6-Speed Cruise Drive

Gear Ratios (overall): U.S. HDI JPN
• 1st 9.312 9.312 9.030
• 2nd 6.421 6.421 6.266
• 3rd 4.774 4.774 4.630
• 4th 3.926 3.926 3.807
• 5th 3.279 3.279 3.179
• 6th 2.790 2.790 2.706

The Chassis
Frame Mild steel, tubular frame; rectangular section backbone; stamped, cast, and forged junctions; forged fender supports; MIG welded
Swingarm Mild steel, rectangular tube sections, stamped junctions; MIG welded
Front Forks 49 mm with polished aluminum fork triple clamp and dual-rate springs
Rear Shocks Fully Covered, Coil-over shock

The Wheels4:
• Front- Silver, Solid Disc Cast Aluminum 16 in. x 3.50 in. (406.40 mm x 88.90 mm)
• Rear- Silver, Slotted Disc Cast Aluminum 16 in. x 5 in. (406.40 mm x 127 mm)

The Brakes:
• Caliper Type 4-piston fixed front, and 2-piston torque-free floating rear
• Rotor Type Patented, uniform expansion rotors (floating, front only)
(diameter x width):
• Front (dual floating) 11.80 in. x .20 in. (299.72 mm x 5.08 mm)
• Rear 11.50 in. x .23 in. (292.10 mm x 5.84 mm)

The Suspension Travel:
• Front Wheel 5 in. (127 mm)
• Rear Wheel 3.10 in. (78.74 mm)

The Performance
Engine Torque5 (per SAE J1349):
• North America 92 ft. lbs. @ 3000 rpm (124.75 NM @ 3000 rpm)
Lean Angle (per SAE J1168):
• Right 30°
• Left 31°

The Fuel Economy7
(EPA urban/highway test) 34/53 mpg (6.92/4.44 L/100 km)

The Electric
Battery (per Battery Council International Rating)
Sealed, maintenance-free, 12V, 19-amp/hour, 270 cca
Charging Three-phase, 40-amp system (493W @ 13.5V, 2000 rpm, 540W max power @ 13.5V)
Starting 1.2 kW electric with solenoid shift starter motor engagement

Lights (as per country regulation):
• Headlamp (dual quartz halogen) 55-watt low beam, 60-watt high bea
• Tail/Stop Lights 8W/28W (5W/21W)
• Turn Signal Lights 28W (21W) self-canceling
• Indicator Lamps: High beam, directional light bar, neutral, low oil pressure, engine diagnostics, turn signals, security system6 (optional), 6-speed, low fuel warnings Electric Power Outlet Standard

Harley-Davidson FXD Dyna Super Glide, 2009

Harley-Davidson FXD Dyna Super Glide, 2009


Harley-Davidson FXD Dyna Super Glide, 2009
USA Specifications
MSRP starting at $ 11,999

Dimensions
Length 92.80 in. (2357.12 mm)
Overall Width 36.70 in. (932.18 mm)
Overall Height 46.80 in. (1188.72 mm)

Seat Height:
• Laden2: 26.60 in. (675.64 mm)
• Unladen: 27.60 in. (701.04 mm)
Ground Clearance 5.32 in. (135.13 mm)
Rake (steering head) 29°
Fork Angle 29°
Trail 4.70 in. (119.38 mm)
Wheelbase 64.20 in. (1630.68 mm)

Tires (Dunlop Harley-Davidson Series, bias blackwall front and rear):
• Front – D401F 100/90-19 57H
• Rear – K591 160/70B17 73V
Fuel Capacity 4.80 gal. (18.17 L) (warning light at approximately 0.9 gal.)
Oil Capacity (w/filter) 3 qts. (2.84 L)
Transmission Capacity 1 qts. (0.95 L)
Primary Chain
Case Capacity11
1 qts. (0.95 L)

Weight:
• As Shipped 632 lbs. (286.67 kg)
• In Running Order 663 lbs. (300.73 kg)
• Gross Vehicle Weight Rating 1085 lbs. (492.15 kg)
• Gross Axle Weight Rating:
• Front 390 lbs. (176.90 kg)
• Rear 695 lbs. (315.25 kg)

Engine
Engine3 Air-cooled, Twin Cam 96
Valves Pushrod-operated, overhead valves with hydraulic, self-adjusting lifters; two valves per cylinder
Bore x Stroke 3.750 in. x 4.380 in. (95.25 mm x 111.25 mm)
Displacement3 96 cu. in. (1584 cc)
Compression Ratio 9.2:1
Fuel System9 Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection (ESPFI)
Air Cleaner Fiberglass Media, washable
Lubrication System Pressurized, dry-sump

Drivetrain
Primary Drive Chain, 34/46 ratio
Final Drive10 Belt, 32/66 ratio
Clutch 9-plate, wet
Transmission 6-Speed Cruise Drive
Gear Ratios (overall): U.S. HDI JPN
• 1st 9.312 9.312 9.030
• 2nd 6.421 6.421 6.266
• 3rd 4.774 4.774 4.630
• 4th 3.926 3.926 3.807
• 5th 3.279 3.279 3.179
• 6th 2.790 2.790 2.706

Chassis
Frame Mild steel, tubular frame; rectangular section backbone; stamped, cast, and forged junctions; forged fender supports; MIG welded Swingarm Mild steel, rectangular tube sections, stamped junctions; MIG welded Front Forks 49 mm with polished aluminum fork triple clamp and dual-rate springs Rear Shocks Coil-over shock
Wheels4: Silver, 10-Spoke Cast Aluminum
• Front 19 in. x 2.50 in. (482.60 mm x 63.50 mm)
• Rear 17 in. x 4.50 in. (431.80 mm x 114.30 mm)

Brakes:
• Caliper Type- 4-piston fixed front, and 2-piston torque-free floating rear
• Rotor Type- Patented, uniform expansion rotors (floating, front only)
(diameter x width):
• Front (floating) 11.80 in. x .20 in. (299.72 mm x 5.08 mm)
• Rear 11.50 in. x .23 in. (292.10 mm x 5.84 mm)

Suspension Travel:
• Front Wheel 5 in. (127 mm)
• Rear Wheel 4.10 in. (104.14 mm)

Performance
Engine Torque5 (per SAE J1349):
• North America 92 ft. lbs. @ 3000 rpm (124.75 NM @ 3000 rpm)

Lean Angle (per SAE J1168):
• Right 32°
• Left 34°

Fuel Economy7
(EPA urban/highway test) 35/54 mpg (6.72/4.36 L/100 km)

Electric
Battery (per Battery CouncilInternational Rating)
Sealed, maintenance-free, 12V,19-amp/hour, 270 cca
Charging Three-phase, 40-amp system (493W @ 13.5V, 2000 rpm, 540W max power @ 13.5V)
Starting 1.2 kW electric with solenoid shift starter motor engagement
Lights (as per country regulation):
• Headlamp (quartz halogen) 55-watt low beam, 60-watt high beam
• Tail/Stop Lights 8W/28W (5W/21W)
• Turn Signal Lights 28W (21W) self-canceling
• Indicator Lamps- High beam, directional light bar, neutral, low oil pressure, engine diagnostics,
turn signals, security system6 (optional), 6-speed, low fuel warnings
Electric Power Outlet Standard

Ducati 848 Nicky Hayden Edition, 2010

Ducati 848 Nicky Hayden Edition, 2010






So light, but so powerful
The new Ducati 848 Nicky Hayden Edition enjoys all the performance advancements of the entire Superbike family, while adding its own innovations to redefine the middleweight sport bike class.

The words ‘agile’ and ‘refined’ aptly describe the 848. At 168kg (369lbs) the 848 is an amazing 20kg (44lbs) lighter than its predecessor, and a significant 5kg (11lbs) lighter than its larger capacity brother, the 1098.

The highly advanced 848 engine uses an improved method of engine case production in which cases are vacuum die-cast formed. While providing significant weight savings of more than 3kg (6.5lbs), this method also ensures consistent wall thickness and increased strength. Further refinements include a sophisticated wet clutch that offers 1kg (2.2lbs) less weight, a much higher service life, improved clutch feel and quiet operation.

With the first twist of the wrist, the powerful rush of the Testastretta Evoluzione engine confirms that the rules have changed. The 848’s 134hp is not only 30% more powerful than its predecessor, but it provides a power-to-weight ratio even better than the potent 999.

Upgrades features in addition to the special Hayden livery and full specifications:
- LED dash illumination for better visibility – particularly at night
- Inclusion of a 30mm mirror extension kit, enabling a choice of two stem lengths for better vision
- Aluminium cam belt tensioner pulleys to reduce weight and moving mass; in turn enabling better acceleration.

Features and Benefits

Engine
The 848 Testastretta Evoluzione engine becomes the benchmark for the middleweight sportsbike category, benefitting from all the experience accumulated with the larger engine on the 1198. It successfully adopts the same design guidelines and the same compact cylinder and cylinder head layout, but introduces for the first time ever an innovative solution for the crankcase, which has been designed with a further weight reduction for this advanced engine in mind. The overall layout of this engine integrates a series of avant-guard solutions, confirming the close links with the experience of Ducati’s racing department.

The 849cc engine has bore and stroke values of 94mm and 61.2mm respectively, which produce a ratio that is only slightly inferior to the 1098 (1.54 compared with 1.61), while maintaining the highly ‘over-square’ layout typical of racing engines.

Power output is an impressive 134hp (98.5kW) at 10,000 rpm and maximum torque is 71 lb/ft (96Nm) at 8250 rpm. The power and torque values confirm the high performance level of this engine, especially when compared to its predecessor, the Testastretta-engined 749.

The cylinder head has been modified in line with the characteristic bore and stroke of the engine in order to optimize the fluid dynamics of the intake (straight and plunging) and exhaust ducts and combustion chamber. The compression ratio is 12:1.

The valve angle is the same as the 1198 engine and diameter is 39.5mm for the inlet valve and 32mm for the exhaust. The technology used sees the application of a bi-metallic alloy that combines increased lightness with resistance and reliability required for these particular components. The desmodromic control system has also been designed with the weight and the inertia of the new components in mind, allowing extremely efficient valve lift during intake and exhaust phases. The excellent results achieved are confirmed by the engine’s power figures, producing outstanding performance thanks also to the use of MotoGP-derived elliptical throttle bodies, which have been fitted to the 1198 engine. The 2010 model year sees the addition of new lightweight cam belt tensioner pulleys; improving performance while shaving weight.

The design of a dedicated elliptical throttle body for the 848 demonstrates the attention that Borgo Panigale engineers have devoted to the development of the Superbike range. The cross-section is reduced from the 60 sq. mm of the 1098 to 56 sq. mm so as to optimize fluid dynamics at every engine speed. Just like on the 1098, the new cylinder heads benefit from fewer components and include magnesium covers.

The Testastretta Evoluzione engine sees the introduction of a special technology for the construction of the engine crankcase: Vacural casting. This is a forced vacuum die casting method that allows jet characteristics to be improved thanks to the absence of porosity, gas inclusion and oxidation. This allows extremely high measurement precision and greater ductility for aluminium alloy. Designers have been able to harness the benefits of this innovative process by redefining the shape and the wall thickness of the new crankcase by means of FEA (Finite Element Analysis) checks, which allowed the required reliability standards to be achieved, while simultaneously obtaining a significant weight saving of 3.5kg.

The 848 engine is fitted with a silent modular wet clutch, characterized by an exceptional resistance to wear that will lead to superior duration. This solution makes a useful contribution to weight saving, estimated to be around 1.6kg, which is also due to the use of a different type of clutch cover.

The high power figures achieved by this engine also come from the use of the same type of oil cooler and coolant radiator as the 1198’s engine, with an increased surface area assisted by lightweight, high flow electric fan assemblies.

Finally, the 848’s exhaust system follows the same layout and uses the same innovative technology as the 1198. The system terminates with Ducati’s trademark twin under-seat silencers, delivering the unmistakable signature sound of the big bore 90° L-Twin.

The power unit, just like all the other Ducati engines, has been designed to comply with Euro 3 exhaust emission norms.

Chassis
Trellis frame
Developed in cooperation with Ducati Corse, the 848 Trellis frame has a simplified tube layout featuring main section tubes increased in diameter from 28mm to 34mm, while being reduced in thickness from 2mm to 1.5mm. The result is a 14% increase in rigidity and a weight saving of 1.5kg (3.3lbs).

Single-sided swingarm
The 848, as all the Superbike family, is equipped with a unique single-sided swingarm. The engineers were encouraged to re-think the construction technique of this element. The solution was to produce the main operational components using individual aluminium castings so as to ensure strength around the pivot points, wheel hub and suspension links, with fabricated aluminium sections used to complete the construction into a single, beautifully engineered component.

Rear suspension
Highlighting the way in which individual components are influenced by each other, the new lightweight Trellis frame and single-sided swingarm have enabled a more compact and further weight-saving rear suspension linkage system to be used featuring separate lower pick-up points for the push-rod and suspension unit. This ‘tandem’ design effectively reduces stress around the linkage pick-up area of the Trellis frame. Working together with this highly efficient linkage is a fully adjustable Showa single shock for the 848, the same as the 1198.

Front suspension
At the front the 848 is equipped with fully adjustable 43mm Showa forks with radial mounts. This type of front suspension is professionally track-tuned and offers superior road holding, delivers superior feedback, and helps every rider to be more confident and in control.

Control
Brembo Monobloc calipers
The 848 brake system is characterized by M4 calipers using four 32mm pistons and two radial mounted pads. Matched to the calipers are two 320mm discs and the combination of these elements achieves spectacular braking power.

Super lightweight wheels
The 848 also benefits from lightweight Marchesini Y-shaped spoke wheels. The weight saving of 250gr achieved on the front wheel substantially reduces the moment of inertia and enhances the 848’s change of direction and braking performance. The rear wheel is just as impressive with a complete redesign for its single-sided swingarm application that has resulted in a reduction of over 1kg compared with traditional Ducati single-sided swingarm fitments. Finally a 5.50” wheel fitted with a 180/55 tyre guarantees the maximum agility at the rear.

Electronics
Desmosedici-style digital instrumentation is taken from Ducati’s MotoGP GP9 project; and for 2010 now features LED backlighting for better visibility. This pure racing, minimalist solution has no switches or buttons to compromise its clean lines. Instead, information additional to the default read-outs is managed by handlebar-mounted switch gear, allowing the rider to scroll through and select from various menus. The default read-out presents rpm and speed, with the former displayed across the screen in a progressive bar graph. Optionally, the rpm and speed can be displayed in numeric values. The instrument display also doubles as a control panel for the activation of the data acquisition system as well as listing lap times recorded by using the high-beam flash button as a stopwatch.

Normally used on race bikes only, the system records numerous channels of data including throttle opening, vehicle speed, engine rpm, engine temperature, distance travelled, laps and lap times. The system also automatically calculates engine rpm and vehicle speed data so as to also display gear selection as an additional channel of information. At the end of a ride or track session, up to 2mb (approximately 3.5 hours) of data can be downloaded to your PC ready to compare, analyse and get an inside view of you and your 848’s performance.

Instrumentation
Digital Dashboard that displays derivation MotoGP: speedometer, tachometer, lap time on the stopwatch, clock, air temperature, water temperature, battery voltage, odometer, trip odometer fuel, preventive maintenance indicator. Spies segnalatiche: neutral arrows. projector beam, limiter, oil pressure, fuel level. Other Features: immobilizer, integrated DDA.