748 Biposto

1998 Ducati 748 Biposto Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown

Engineered by Ducati for the sport motorcycle segment, the 1998 Ducati 748 Biposto relies on a 748 cc (45.6 cu in) v2, four-stroke powerplant. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 97 HP (70.8 kW) at 11,000 rpm while maximum torque reaches 75 Nm (55.3 lb-ft) at 9,000 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 6-speed gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 129.7 HP per liter and a 2,000 rpm working window between peak torque (9,000 rpm) and peak power (11,000 rpm), the engine character is reflecting a performance-oriented street tune that balances strong mid-range pull with an energetic top-end rush.

On the scales, the 748 Biposto measures 196 kg (432 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.49 HP/kg (2.02 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 790 mm (31.1 in) seat height — offering a neutral standover height that accommodates most average-inseam riders without sacrificing cornering clearance.

Within MotoLibrary's Ducati archive, this model family spans 5 indexed model years from 1995 to 1999, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.