DUCATI 748 Biposto (1996-1997) Specs, Performance & Photos

The Ducati 748 was a fully faired motorcycle powered by a V-twin engine. It debuted in 1994 as a sports machine and continued production until 2003 when it was replaced by the Ducati 749.

The bike was identical to the Ducati 916 version, while both models were designed by Massimo Tamburini and shared some design components with the Ducati Supermoto. The only notable differences between the 748 and 916 models were the rear tire size and engine capacity.

In 1996, the Italian motorcycle manufacturer launched the Ducati 748 Biposto (two-seater), a sports machine in its third year of production, following the same recipe. The bike was similar to its predecessor, without any significant modifications.

In the aesthetic department, the bike packed standard features, such as a full fairing with a small windscreen, a dual headlight system, a two-piece dual seat with the option of a rear passenger cover, a dual exhaust system mounted under the seat, a single-sided swingarm, and three-spoke aluminum wheels.

As for power, the 1996 Ducati 748 Biposto had its soul brought to life by a 748cc four-stroke V-twin liquid-cooled engine with an electronically controlled fuel injection system in charge, boasting 96 hp with a peak force at 11,000 rpm and 75 Nm (55 lb-ft) torque at 8,700 rpm.

The engine was coupled to a six-speed manual transmission with a hydraulically-operated clutch and a final chain drive, spinning the rear wheel to a top speed of 249 kph (154 mph).