1000 SS Hailwood-Replica

1986 Ducati 1000 SS Hailwood-Replica Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown

Engineered by Ducati for the sport motorcycle segment, the 1986 Ducati 1000 SS Hailwood-Replica relies on a 973 cc (59.4 cu in) air-cooled v2, four-stroke powerplant. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 76 HP (55.5 kW) at 6,700 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 5-speed gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 78.1 HP per liter, the engine character is indicating a tractable, stress-free state of tune focused on everyday usability and broad torque delivery.

On the scales, the 1000 SS Hailwood-Replica measures 230 kg (507 lbs) wet (curb), translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.33 HP/kg (3.03 kg per horsepower). The 24-liter (6.3 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints, while factory top speed is listed at 220 km/h (137 mph).

Within MotoLibrary's Ducati archive, this model family spans 3 indexed model years from 1984 to 1986, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.