Engineered by Ducati for the sport touring motorcycle segment, the 2006 Ducati ST3s ABS features a 992 cc (60.5 cu in) liquid-cooled v2, four-stroke configuration. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 105.7 HP (77.1 kW) at 8,750 rpm while maximum torque reaches 93 Nm (68.6 lb-ft) at 7,250 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 6-speed gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 106.6 HP per liter and a 1,500 rpm working window between peak torque (7,250 rpm) and peak power (8,750 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 ST3s ABS measures 203 kg (448 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.52 HP/kg (1.92 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.
Specific Output
106.6 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.52 HP/kg (1.92 kg/HP)
Power Band Window
7,250–8,750 rpm
Standover Height
820 mm (32.3 in)
Engine
Displacement992.0 ccm (60.53 cubic inches)
Engine TypeV2, four-stroke
Engine DetailsV2, four-stroke
Power105.7 HP (77.1 kW)) @ 8750 RPM
Torque93.0 Nm (9.5 kgf-m or 68.6 ft.lbs) @ 7250 RPM
Compression11.3:1
Valves/Cylinder3
Fuel ControlDesmodromic valve control
CoolingLiquid
Transmission
Gearbox6-speed
Final DriveChain (final drive)
ClutchWet multiplate with hydraulic control
Performance
Exhaust2 aluminium mufflers with catalytic converter and lambda sensor
Chassis
Frame TypeTubular steel trellis
Rake24.0°
Front SuspensionShowa 43 mm upside-down adjustable preload fork
Front Travel130 mm (5.1 inches)
Rear SuspensionProgressive linkage with fully adjustable Sachs monoshock
Rear Travel148 mm (5.8 inches)
Wheelbase1430 mm (56.3 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre120/70-ZR17
Rear Tyre180/55-ZR17
Front BrakesDouble disc
Rear BrakesSingle disc
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight203.0 kg (447.5 pounds)
Power/Weight0.5205 HP/kg
Seat Height820 mm (32.3 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
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