DUCATI 350 Desmo (1974-1975) Specs, Performance & Photos

In 1974, the Italian bike maker released the Ducati 350 Desmo, a standard motorcycle in its fourth year of production, packing almost the same technical, visual, and performance specifications as previous models.

The Ducati 350 Desmo had its last revision in 1973 when it gained several modifications, such as a metal fuel tank, different side panels, a combined seat, a rear mudguard, and the yellow and black color scheme of the larger 750S model. In 1974, the bike received a Ceriani front fork and a 280 mm Brembo brake disc on the front.

The Ducati 350 Desmo was based on the Ducati Mark 3, a standard motorcycle manufactured by Ducati from 1968 to 1974 as a replacement for the Ducati Sebring. It was powered by a 340cc single-cylinder bevel drive SOHC engine.

The 1974 350 Demso had standard features, such as a single exhaust system with the muffler mounted on the right side, side-mounted rear shocks, a single seat, a low handlebar, a round headlight up front, and wire-spoke wheels.

In the performance department, the 1974 Ducati 350 Desmo had fitted a 340cc four-stroke air-cooled single-cylinder engine fed by a Dell'Orto carburetor, delivering 34 hp with maximum peak force at 8,500 rpm.

As for the stopping power, the bike's 18-inch wire-spoke wheels were fitted with a 280 mm disc on the front and a 160 drum unit on the rear, improving braking performance compared to previous models.