Positioned in Ducati's super motard motorcycle lineup, the 2012 Ducati Hypermotard 796 utilizes a 803 cc (49 cu in) air-cooled v2, four-stroke layout. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 81 HP (59.1 kW) at 8,000 rpm while maximum torque reaches 75.5 Nm (55.7 lb-ft) at 7,700 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 6-speed gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 100.9 HP per liter and a 300 rpm working window between peak torque (7,700 rpm) and peak power (8,000 rpm), the engine character is reflecting a performance-oriented street tune that balances strong mid-range pull with an energetic top-end rush.
Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 825 mm (32.5 in) seat height — resulting in a taller command-style riding posture suited to medium-to-tall inseams, combined with a 1,455 mm (57.3 in) wheelbase engineered for balanced agility and highway composure. The 12.4-liter (3.3 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.
Within MotoLibrary's Ducati archive, this model family spans 3 indexed model years from 2010 to 2012, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Specific Output
100.9 HP/L
Power Band Window
7,700–8,000 rpm
Standover Height
825 mm (32.5 in)
Engine
Displacement803.0 ccm (49.00 cubic inches)
Engine TypeV2, four-stroke
Engine DetailsV2, four-stroke
Power81.0 HP (59.1 kW)) @ 8000 RPM
Torque75.5 Nm (7.7 kgf-m or 55.7 ft.lbs) @ 7700 RPM
Compression11.0:1
Bore x Stroke88.0 x 66.0 mm (3.5 x 2.6 inches)
Valves/Cylinder2
Fuel SystemInjection. Siemens electronic fuel injection, 45mm throttle body
Fuel ControlDesmodromic valve control
CoolingAir
Transmission
Gearbox6-speed
Final DriveChain (final drive)
ClutchAPTC wet multiplate with hydraulic control
DrivelineChain, Front sprocket 15, Rear sprocket 41
Performance
Emission DetailsEuro 3 (Europe) - USA: follows the US Federal Regulation
ExhaustLightweight 2-1-2 system with catalytic converter with twin lambda probes
Chassis
Frame TypeTubular steel Trellis frame
Rake24.0°
Front SuspensionMarzocchi 43mm usd forks
Front Travel165 mm (6.5 inches)
Rear SuspensionProgressive linkage with adjustable Sachs monoshock. Aluminium single-sided swingarm
Rear Travel141 mm (5.6 inches)
Wheelbase1455 mm (57.3 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre120/70-17
Rear Tyre180/55-17
Front BrakesDouble disc
Front Brake Ø305 mm (12.0 inches)
Rear BrakesSingle disc
Rear Brake Ø245 mm (9.6 inches)
Wheels5-spoke in light alloy
Dimensions & Weight
Seat Height825 mm (32.5 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Fuel Capacity12.40 litres (3.28 US gallons)
Other
StarterElectric
Color OptionsRed, Matt black, Matt white
InstrumentsDigital unit with displays for Speedometer, rev counter, lap times, time, oil temp, battery voltage, A and B trips, fuel reserve trip, scheduled maintenance. Warning lights for: Neutral, turn signals, high-beam, rev-limit, oil pressure, fuel reserve. Plus: Immobilizer system
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Power
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Torque
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Seat Height
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Fuel Capacity
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Brakes
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Suspension
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Transmission
Transmission and final drive affect maintenance, smoothness and everyday usability.
