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ST2

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Power
83 HP
Top Speed
217 km/h
Torque
83 Nm
Engine
944 ccm

1999 Ducati ST2 Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown

Positioned in Ducati's sport touring motorcycle lineup, the 1999 Ducati ST2 utilizes a 944 cc (57.6 cu in) liquid-cooled v2, four-stroke layout. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 83 HP (60.6 kW) at 8,500 rpm while maximum torque reaches 83 Nm (61.2 lb-ft) at 6,700 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 6-speed gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 87.9 HP per liter and a 1,800 rpm working window between peak torque (6,700 rpm) and peak power (8,500 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 ST2 measures 229 kg (505 lbs) wet (curb), translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.36 HP/kg (2.76 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 820 mm (32.3 in) seat height — resulting in a taller command-style riding posture suited to medium-to-tall inseams, combined with a 1,430 mm (56.3 in) wheelbase engineered for balanced agility and highway composure. The 21-liter (5.5 US gal) fuel tank paired with a rated consumption of 6.5 L/100 km provides an estimated theoretical range of roughly 323 km (201 miles) between fill-ups, while factory top speed is listed at 217 km/h (135 mph).

Within MotoLibrary's Ducati archive, this model family spans 5 indexed model years from 1997 to 2003, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.

Specific Output
87.9 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.36 HP/kg (2.76 kg/HP)
Power Band Window
6,700–8,500 rpm
Theoretical Range
~323 km (201 mi)
Engine
Displacement 944.0 ccm (57.60 cubic inches)
Engine Type V2, four-stroke
Engine Details V2, four-stroke
Power 83.0 HP (60.6 kW)) @ 8500 RPM
Torque 83.0 Nm (8.5 kgf-m or 61.2 ft.lbs) @ 6700 RPM
Compression 10.2:1
Bore x Stroke 94.0 x 68.0 mm (3.7 x 2.7 inches)
Valves/Cylinder 2
Fuel System Injection
Cooling Liquid
Transmission
Gearbox 6-speed
Final Drive Chain (final drive)
Performance
Top Speed 217.0 km/h (134.8 mph)
0-100 km/h 4.20 seconds
60-140 km/h 11.80 seconds
Fuel Consumption 6.50 litres/100 km (15.4 km/l or 36.19 mpg)
Greenhouse Gases 150.8 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission)
Chassis
Front Travel 130 mm (5.1 inches)
Rear Travel 148 mm (5.8 inches)
Wheelbase 1430 mm (56.3 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre 120/70-ZR17
Rear Tyre 170/60-ZR17
Front Brakes Dual disc
Front Brake Ø 320 mm (12.6 inches)
Rear Brakes Single disc
Rear Brake Ø 245 mm (9.6 inches)
Dimensions & Weight
Weight incl. 229.0 kg (504.9 pounds)
Seat Height 820 mm (32.3 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Fuel Capacity 21.00 litres (5.55 US gallons)
Other
Starter Electric
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Intermediate
Requires some riding experience.
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Long Distance Touring
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Seat Height
82 cm / 32.3 in
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