916 Senna

1997 Ducati 916 Senna Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown

Engineered by Ducati for the sport motorcycle segment, the 1997 Ducati 916 Senna relies on a 916 cc (55.9 cu in) liquid-cooled v2, four-stroke powerplant. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 109 HP (79.6 kW) at 9,000 rpm while maximum torque reaches 86 Nm (63.4 lb-ft) at 7,000 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 6-speed gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 119 HP per liter and a 2,000 rpm working window between peak torque (7,000 rpm) and peak power (9,000 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 916 Senna measures 201 kg (443 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.54 HP/kg (1.84 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 3 indexed model years from 1996 to 1998, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.