DUCATI 748 Biposto (1997-1998) Specs, Performance & Photos

The Ducati 748 was a fully faired sports machine manufactured by the Italian maker from 1994 to 2003 as a smaller displacement version of the Ducati 916. The bike continued production until 2002 and was replaced in 2003 by the Ducati 749.

The Ducati 748 was identical to the Ducati 916 in every department. Both machines were designed by Massimo Tamburini and shared some design elements with the Ducati Supermono.

The only differences between the two machines were the rear tire size, smaller than the 916 model, and the engine displacement, smaller than the 916 model. The 748 featured a shorter engine stroke and piston, offering a higher rev ceiling at 11,500 rpm and faster engine acceleration.

As for appearance, the Ducati 748 packed standard features, such as a full fairing with a dual headlight system, a small windscreen, a two-piece dual seat, an under-seat-mounted exhaust system, and three-spoke aluminum wheels.

In the performance department, the 1997 Ducati 748 Biposto (dual seat) had installed underneath its bodywork a 748cc four-stroke liquid-cooled V-twin engine fed by a fuel injection system, delivering 96 hp with maximum strength at 11,000 rpm and 75 Nm (55 lb-ft) torque at 8,700 rpm.

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