Positioned in Ducati's sport motorcycle lineup, the 1997 Ducati 916 SP relies on a 916 cc (55.9 cu in) liquid-cooled v2, four-stroke powerplant. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 131 HP (95.6 kW) at 10,900 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 6-speed gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 143 HP per liter, the engine character is placing it firmly in high-revving supersport territory where top-end breathing dominates.
On the scales, the 916 SP measures 196 kg (432 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.67 HP/kg (1.5 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.
Specific Output
143 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.67 HP/kg (1.5 kg/HP)
Standover Height
790 mm (31.1 in)
Engine
Displacement916.0 ccm (55.89 cubic inches)
Engine TypeV2, four-stroke
Engine DetailsV2, four-stroke
Power131.0 HP (95.6 kW)) @ 10900 RPM
Valves/Cylinder4
CoolingLiquid
Transmission
Gearbox6-speed
Final DriveChain (final drive)
Performance
Top Speed260.0 km/h (161.6 mph)
Wheels & Brakes
Front BrakesDual disc
Rear BrakesSingle disc
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight196.0 kg (432.1 pounds)
Power/Weight0.6684 HP/kg
Seat Height790 mm (31.1 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
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