DUCATI 749 (2004-2005) Specs, Performance & Photos

In 2004, the Italian motorcycle manufacturer launched the Ducati 749, a fully-faired motorcycle in its second year of production. It didn't bring any modifications whatsoever, packing the same performance and technical specifications.

The Ducati 749 was designed by Pierre Terblanche and was manufactured in 2003 in four versions: the standard 749, the 749 Dark, the 749S, and the 749R. The bike shared many parts with the larger 999 models, except for a slightly smaller rear tire, smaller cylinders, and different cylinder heads.

The 2004 Ducati 749 was equipped with standard features, such as full bodywork with dual round vertically-stacked headlights, a small windscreen, a two-piece dual seat, an exhaust system mounted under the seat, and Y-shaped 10-spoke alloy wheels.

The bike's power was produced by a 748cc four-stroke V-twin liquid-cooled engine with an electronically controlled fuel injection system in charge, boasting 103 hp at 10,000 rpm and 77 Nm (57 lb-ft) torque at 8,500 rpm.

The power produced by the 748cc engine was transferred to a six-speed manual transmission with a hydraulically-operated dry multi-plate clutch and a final chain drive, pushing the machine to 240 kph (149 mph).

The bike's suspension system comprised a 43 mm fully adjustable USD Showa telescopic fork on the front and a fully adjustable Showa shock absorber with progressive linkage on the rear, offering excellent handling capabilities.