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Diavel Carbon

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67 /100 Sporty
Power/Weight
0.79 hp/kg
Torque
128 Nm
Engine
1198 ccm

2014 Ducati Diavel Carbon Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown

Engineered by Ducati for the naked motorcycle segment, the 2014 Ducati Diavel Carbon features a 1198.4 cc (73.1 cu in) liquid-cooled v2, four-stroke configuration. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 162 HP (118.2 kW) at 9,500 rpm while maximum torque reaches 127.5 Nm (94 lb-ft) at 8,000 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 6-speed gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 135.2 HP per liter and a 1,500 rpm working window between peak torque (8,000 rpm) and peak power (9,500 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 Diavel Carbon measures 234 kg (516 lbs) wet (curb), translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.69 HP/kg (1.44 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 770 mm (30.3 in) seat height — offering a neutral standover height that accommodates most average-inseam riders without sacrificing cornering clearance, combined with a 1,590 mm (62.6 in) wheelbase engineered for planted straight-line stability. 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 8 indexed model years from 2011 to 2018, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.

Specific Output
135.2 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.69 HP/kg (1.44 kg/HP)
Power Band Window
8,000–9,500 rpm
Standover Height
770 mm (30.3 in)
Engine
Displacement 1198.4 ccm (73.13 cubic inches)
Engine Type V2, four-stroke
Engine Details Testastretta 11° L-Twin
Power 162.0 HP (118.2 kW)) @ 9500 RPM
Torque 127.5 Nm (13.0 kgf-m or 94.0 ft.lbs) @ 8000 RPM
Compression 11.5:1
Bore x Stroke 106.0 x 67.9 mm (4.2 x 2.7 inches)
Valves/Cylinder 4
Fuel System Injection. Mitsubishi electronic fuel injection system, Mikuni elliptical throttle bodies with RbW
Fuel Control Desmodromic valve control
Cooling Liquid
Transmission
Gearbox 6-speed
Final Drive Chain (final drive)
Clutch Light action, wet, multiplate clutch with hydraulic control. Self-servo action on drive, slipper action on over-run
Driveline Front sprocket 15; Rear sprocket 43. Primary drive: Straight cut gears, ratio 1.84.
Performance
Emission Details Euro 3
Exhaust Lightweight 2-1-2 system with catalytic converter and two lambda probes. Twin aluminium mufflers
Chassis
Frame Type Tubular steel Trellis frame
Rake 28.0°
Trail 130 mm (5.1 inches)
Front Suspension Marzocchi DLC coated 50mm fully adjustable usd forks
Rear Suspension Progressive linkage with fully adjustable Sachs monoshock. Remote spring preload adjustment. Aluminium single-sided swingarm
Wheelbase 1590 mm (62.6 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre 120/70-ZR17
Rear Tyre 240/45-ZR17
Front Brakes Double disc. ABS. Floating discs. Four-piston calipers. Radially mounted.
Front Brake Ø 320 mm (12.6 inches)
Rear Brakes Single disc. ABS. Floating disc. Two-piston calipers.
Rear Brake Ø 265 mm (10.4 inches)
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight 205.0 kg (451.9 pounds)
Weight incl. 234.0 kg (515.9 pounds)
Power/Weight 0.7902 HP/kg
Seat Height 770 mm (30.3 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Fuel Capacity 17.00 litres (4.49 US gallons)
Other
Starter Electric
Color Options Red/black carbon
Instruments Handlebar mounted instrumentation with LCD display.
Warranty 2 years unlimited mileage
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