DUCATI 748 (1995-1996) Specs, Performance & Photos

The Ducati 748, also called Biposto (two-seater), was a fully faired sports bike manufactured by Ducati from 1994 to 2002, being replaced by the 2003 Ducati 749. The 748 model was identical to the Ducati 999, both designed by Massimo Tamburini and sharing some design elements with the Ducati Supermoto.

The only differences between the standard and the 916 models were the rear tire size, which was 10 mm wider, and the engine displacement. The engine featured a shorter piston stroke and a smaller piston, which offered more rpm and faster acceleration.

The Ducati 748 was also joined by two more powerful models, including the Ducati 748SP from 1995 to 1996 and the Ducati 748SPS from 1996 to 1999. The SP and SPS models featured tuned engines and were intended as homologation motorcycles for World Supersport racing.

In 1995, the Italian motorcycle manufacturer launched the Ducati 748, the standard model of the range that came in the same package as the previous model, without any significant modifications, delivering the same technical and performance specifications.

The bike was wrapped in a full fairing with a small windscreen, a dual headlight system, a two-piece dual seat, two mufflers mounted under the seat, a single-sided swingarm, and three-spoke aluminum wheels.

As for power, the 1995 Ducati 748 had its soul brought to life by a 748cc four-stroke liquid-cooled V-twin engine that delivered an output power of 97 hp at 11,000 rpm and 75 Nm (55 lb-ft) torque at 8,700 rpm.