860 GT

1976 Ducati 860 GT Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown

Engineered by Ducati for the sport touring motorcycle segment, the 1976 Ducati 860 GT utilizes a 864 cc (52.7 cu in) air-cooled v2, four-stroke layout. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 65 HP (47.4 kW) at 7,000 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 5-speed gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 75.2 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 860 GT measures 235 kg (518 lbs) wet (curb), translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.28 HP/kg (3.62 kg per horsepower). The 19-liter (5 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints, while factory top speed is listed at 180 km/h (112 mph).

Within MotoLibrary's Ducati archive, this model family spans 3 indexed model years from 1974 to 1976, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.