At the heart of the 2008 Ducati SportClassic GT 1000 classic motorcycle, Ducati relies on a 992 cc (60.5 cu in) air-cooled v2, four-stroke powerplant. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 90.8 HP (66.3 kW) at 8,000 rpm while maximum torque reaches 91.3 Nm (67.3 lb-ft) at 9,300 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 6-speed gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 91.5 HP per liter, the engine character is indicating a tractable, stress-free state of tune focused on everyday usability and broad torque delivery.
On the scales, the SportClassic GT 1000 measures 185 kg (408 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.49 HP/kg (2.04 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 828 mm (32.6 in) seat height — resulting in a taller command-style riding posture suited to medium-to-tall inseams, combined with a 1,425 mm (56.1 in) wheelbase engineered for balanced agility and highway composure. The 15-liter (4 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.
Within MotoLibrary's Ducati archive, this model family spans 4 indexed model years from 2006 to 2010, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Specific Output
91.5 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.49 HP/kg (2.04 kg/HP)
Standover Height
828 mm (32.6 in)
Engine
Displacement992.0 ccm (60.53 cubic inches)
Engine TypeV2, four-stroke
Engine DetailsV2, four-stroke
Power90.8 HP (66.3 kW)) @ 8000 RPM
Torque91.3 Nm (9.3 kgf-m or 67.3 ft.lbs) @ 9300 RPM
Compression10.0:1
Bore x Stroke94.0 x 71.5 mm (3.7 x 2.8 inches)
Valves/Cylinder2
Fuel SystemInjection. Marelli electronic fuel injection, 45 mm throttle body
Fuel ControlDesmodromic valve control
CoolingAir
Transmission
Gearbox6-speed
Final DriveChain (final drive)
ClutchWet multiplate with hydraulic control
Performance
ExhaustDouble tubing with air gap chromed exhaust system
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Power
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Torque
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Seat Height
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Weight
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Fuel Capacity
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Brakes
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Suspension
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Transmission
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