At the heart of the 2006 Ducati SportClassic PaulSmart 1000 LE classic motorcycle, Ducati features a 992 cc (60.5 cu in) air-cooled v2, four-stroke configuration. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 90.8 HP (66.3 kW) at 8,000 rpm while maximum torque reaches 93 Nm (68.6 lb-ft) at 6,000 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 and a 2,000 rpm working window between peak torque (6,000 rpm) and peak power (8,000 rpm), 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 PaulSmart 1000 LE measures 181 kg (399 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.5 HP/kg (1.99 kg per horsepower). 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 1,425 mm (56.1 in) wheelbase engineered for balanced agility and highway composure.
Specific Output
91.5 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.5 HP/kg (1.99 kg/HP)
Power Band Window
6,000–8,000 rpm
Standover Height
825 mm (32.5 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
Torque93.0 Nm (9.5 kgf-m or 68.6 ft.lbs) @ 6000 RPM
Compression10.0:1
Bore x Stroke94.0 x 71.5 mm (3.7 x 2.8 inches)
Valves/Cylinder2
Fuel SystemInjection. Marelli
CoolingAir
Transmission
Gearbox6-speed
Final DriveChain (final drive)
ClutchDry multiplate with hydraulic control
Performance
ExhaustBlack exhaust system with two right-side mufflers
Chassis
Frame TypeTubular steel trellis
Rake24.0°
Front SuspensionÖhlins 43 mm upside-down fully adjustable fork
Front Travel120 mm (4.7 inches)
Rear SuspensionÖhlins fully adjustable monoshock absorber on the left side
Rear Travel130 mm (5.1 inches)
Wheelbase1425 mm (56.1 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre120/70-R17
Rear Tyre180/55-R17
Front BrakesDouble disc
Front Brake Ø320 mm (12.6 inches)
Rear BrakesSingle disc
Rear Brake Ø245 mm (9.6 inches)
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight181.0 kg (399.0 pounds)
Power/Weight0.5015 HP/kg
Seat Height825 mm (32.5 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
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