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Superbike 1198 R Corse SE

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75 /100 High Performance
Power/Weight
1.07 hp/kg
Torque
134 Nm
Engine
1198 ccm

2011 Ducati Superbike 1198 R Corse SE Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown

At the heart of the 2011 Ducati Superbike 1198 R Corse SE sport motorcycle, Ducati features a 1198.4 cc (73.1 cu in) liquid-cooled v2, four-stroke configuration. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 180 HP (131.4 kW) at 9,750 rpm while maximum torque reaches 134.2 Nm (99 lb-ft) at 7,750 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 6-speed gearbox. With a specific output of 150.2 HP per liter and a 2,000 rpm working window between peak torque (7,750 rpm) and peak power (9,750 rpm), the engine character is placing it firmly in high-revving supersport territory where top-end breathing dominates.

On the scales, the Superbike 1198 R Corse SE measures 168 kg (370 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 1.07 HP/kg (0.93 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 18-liter (4.8 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.

Specific Output
150.2 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
1.07 HP/kg (0.93 kg/HP)
Power Band Window
7,750–9,750 rpm
Standover Height
820 mm (32.3 in)
Engine
Displacement 1198.4 ccm (73.13 cubic inches)
Engine Type V2, four-stroke
Engine Details L-Twin cylinder, 4 titanium valves per cylinder
Power 180.0 HP (131.4 kW)) @ 9750 RPM
Torque 134.2 Nm (13.7 kgf-m or 99.0 ft.lbs) @ 7750 RPM
Compression 12.8:1
Bore x Stroke 106.0 x 67.9 mm (4.2 x 2.7 inches)
Valves/Cylinder 4
Fuel System Injection. Marelli electronic fuel injection, elliptical throttle bodies
Fuel Control Desmodromic valve control
Cooling Liquid
Transmission
Gearbox 6-speed
Clutch Dry multiplate with hydraulic control slupper clutch
Driveline Primary drive: Straight cut gears, Ratio 1.84:1. Chain; Front sprocket 15; Rear sprocket 38
Performance
Exhaust Lightweight 2-1-2 system with catalytic converter and 2 lambda probes. Twin stainless steel mufflers
Chassis
Frame Type Tubular steel Trellis frame in ALS 450
Rake 24.0°
Front Suspension Ohlins 43mm fully adjustable usd forks with TiN
Front Travel 127 mm (5.0 inches)
Rear Suspension Progressive linkage with fully adjustable Öhlins TTX monoshock with top-out spring. Aluminium single-sided swingarm
Rear Travel 120 mm (4.7 inches)
Wheelbase 1430 mm (56.3 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre 120/70-17
Rear Tyre 190/55-17
Front Brakes Double disc. Semi-floating discs, radially mounted Brembo Monobloc 4-piston callipers
Front Brake Ø 330 mm (13.0 inches)
Rear Brakes Single disc. 2-piston
Rear Brake Ø 245 mm (9.6 inches)
Wheels 7-spoke forged light alloy
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight 168.0 kg (370.4 pounds)
Power/Weight 1.0714 HP/kg
Seat Height 820 mm (32.3 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Fuel Capacity 18.00 litres (4.76 US gallons)
Other
Starter Electric
Color Options Red/black/white/green
Warranty 2 years unlimited mileage
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