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750 SS

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56 /100 Balanced
Power
65 HP
Top Speed
208 km/h
Engine
748 ccm

1991 Ducati 750 SS Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown

Positioned in Ducati's sport motorcycle lineup, the 1991 Ducati 750 SS relies on a 748 cc (45.6 cu in) air-cooled v2, four-stroke powerplant. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 65 HP (47.4 kW) at 7,750 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 5-speed gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 86.9 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 750 SS measures 191 kg (421 lbs) wet (curb), translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.34 HP/kg (2.94 kg per horsepower). The 17-liter (4.5 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints, while factory top speed is listed at 208 km/h (129 mph).

Within MotoLibrary's Ducati archive, this model family spans 11 indexed model years from 1973 to 1998, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.

Specific Output
86.9 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.34 HP/kg (2.94 kg/HP)
Engine
Displacement 748.0 ccm (45.64 cubic inches)
Engine Type V2, four-stroke
Engine Details V2, four-stroke
Power 65.0 HP (47.4 kW)) @ 7750 RPM
Compression 9.0:1
Bore x Stroke 88.0 x 61.5 mm (3.5 x 2.4 inches)
Valves/Cylinder 2
Fuel Control Desmodromic valve control
Cooling Air
Transmission
Gearbox 5-speed
Final Drive Chain (final drive)
Performance
Top Speed 208.0 km/h (129.2 mph)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre 120/60-17
Rear Tyre 160/60-17
Front Brakes Single disc
Rear Brakes Single disc
Dimensions & Weight
Weight incl. 191.0 kg (421.1 pounds)
Fuel Capacity 17.00 litres (4.49 US gallons)
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