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1198 R Corse Special Edition

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Power/Weight
1.1 hp/kg
Torque
134 Nm
Engine
1198 ccm

2010 Ducati 1198 R Corse Special Edition Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown

Positioned in Ducati's sport motorcycle lineup, the 2010 Ducati 1198 R Corse Special Edition relies on a 1198.4 cc (73.1 cu in) liquid-cooled v2, four-stroke powerplant. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 180 HP (131.4 kW) at 9,750 rpm while maximum torque reaches 134.4 Nm (99.1 lb-ft) at 7,750 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 6-speed gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 150.2 HP per liter and a 2,000 rpm working window between peak torque (7,750 rpm) and peak power (9,750 rpm), the engine character is placing it firmly in high-revving supersport territory where top-end breathing dominates.

On the scales, the 1198 R Corse Special Edition measures 164 kg (362 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 1.1 HP/kg (0.91 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 820 mm (32.3 in) seat height — resulting in a taller command-style riding posture suited to medium-to-tall inseams, combined with a 1,430 mm (56.3 in) wheelbase engineered for balanced agility and highway composure. The 18-liter (4.8 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.

Specific Output
150.2 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
1.1 HP/kg (0.91 kg/HP)
Power Band Window
7,750–9,750 rpm
Standover Height
820 mm (32.3 in)
Engine
Displacement 1198.4 ccm (73.13 cubic inches)
Engine Type V2, four-stroke
Engine Details V2, four-stroke
Power 180.0 HP (131.4 kW)) @ 9750 RPM
Torque 134.4 Nm (13.7 kgf-m or 99.1 ft.lbs) @ 7750 RPM
Compression 12.8:1
Bore x Stroke 106.0 x 67.9 mm (4.2 x 2.7 inches)
Valves/Cylinder 4
Fuel System Injection. Marelli electronic fuel injection, elliptical throttle bodies
Fuel Control Desmodromic valve control
Cooling Liquid
Transmission
Gearbox 6-speed
Final Drive Chain (final drive)
Clutch Dry multiplate with hydraulic control slipper clutch
Performance
Exhaust Lightweight 2-1-2 system with catalytic converter and 2 lambda probes. Twin stainless steel and titanium mufflers
Chassis
Frame Type Tubular steel Trellis frame in ALS 450
Rake 24.5°
Front Suspension Öhlins 43mm fully adjustable usd forks with TiN
Rear Suspension Progressive linkage with fully adjustable Öhlins TTXR monoshock with top-out spring. Aluminium single-sided swingarm
Wheelbase 1430 mm (56.3 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre 120/70-ZR17
Rear Tyre 190/55-ZR17
Front Brakes Double disc
Front Brake Ø 330 mm (13.0 inches)
Rear Brakes Single disc
Rear Brake Ø 245 mm (9.6 inches)
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight 164.0 kg (361.6 pounds)
Power/Weight 1.0976 HP/kg
Seat Height 820 mm (32.3 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Fuel Capacity 18.00 litres (4.76 US gallons)
Other
Starter Electric
Color Options Red/white/black
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