Engineered by Ducati for the sport motorcycle segment, the 2003 Ducati Supersport 1000 DS Full-fairing features a 992 cc (60.5 cu in) air-cooled v2, four-stroke configuration. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 85.5 HP (62.4 kW) at 7,750 rpm while maximum torque reaches 87.5 Nm (64.5 lb-ft) at 5,750 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 6-speed gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 86.2 HP per liter and a 2,000 rpm working window between peak torque (5,750 rpm) and peak power (7,750 rpm), the engine character is indicating a tractable, stress-free state of tune focused on everyday usability and broad torque delivery.
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 1,395 mm (54.9 in) wheelbase engineered for quick, flickable steering geometry. The 16-liter (4.2 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.
Specific Output
86.2 HP/L
Power Band Window
5,750–7,750 rpm
Standover Height
820 mm (32.3 in)
Engine
Displacement992.0 ccm (60.53 cubic inches)
Engine TypeV2, four-stroke
Engine DetailsV2, four-stroke
Power85.5 HP (62.4 kW)) @ 7750 RPM
Torque87.5 Nm (8.9 kgf-m or 64.5 ft.lbs) @ 5750 RPM
Compression10.0:1
Bore x Stroke94.0 x 71.5 mm (3.7 x 2.8 inches)
Valves/Cylinder2
Fuel SystemInjection
Fuel ControlDesmodromic valve control
CoolingAir
Transmission
Gearbox6-speed
Final DriveChain (final drive)
Chassis
Front Travel120 mm (4.7 inches)
Rear Travel145 mm (5.7 inches)
Wheelbase1395 mm (54.9 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre120/70-ZR17
Rear Tyre180/55-ZR17
Front BrakesDouble disc
Front Brake Ø320 mm (12.6 inches)
Rear BrakesSingle disc
Rear Brake Ø245 mm (9.6 inches)
Dimensions & Weight
Seat Height820 mm (32.3 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
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Transmission
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