916 Strada

1994 Ducati 916 Strada Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown

Positioned in Ducati's motorcycle lineup, the 1994 Ducati 916 Strada features a 916 cc (55.9 cu in) v2, four-stroke configuration. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 114 HP (83.2 kW) at 9,000 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 6-speed gearbox. With a specific output of 124.5 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 916 Strada measures 195 kg (430 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.58 HP/kg (1.71 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. The 17-liter (4.5 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.

Within MotoLibrary's Ducati archive, this model family spans 2 indexed model years from 1994 to 1995, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.