748 SP

1997 Ducati 748 SP Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown

At the heart of the 1997 Ducati 748 SP sport motorcycle, Ducati pairs a 749 cc (45.7 cu in) liquid-cooled v2, four-stroke architecture with road-focused gearing. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 104 HP (75.9 kW) at 11,000 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 6-speed gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 138.9 HP per liter, 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 SP measures 200 kg (441 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.52 HP/kg (1.92 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 2 indexed model years from 1996 to 1997, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.