DUCATI 900SS (1977-1978) Specs, Performance & Photos

The Ducati 900SS was a half-faired motorcycle manufactured by Ducati since 1975 alongside the sleeved-down 750 model. Both machines were made in 250 units each and were virtually identical with similar prices. Most of the 750 models were shipped to Australia and Germany, while others remained in Italy for racing purposes.

In 1977, the Italian motorcycle manufacturer launched the Ducati 900SS, a half-faired motorcycle in its third year of production. Some changes made to the 950SS models included quieter mufflers, a relocated gear shifter, and new footpegs to comply with global legislation.

The bike packed the same standard features as its predecessors, with a rounded half fairing, a large windscreen, a large, round headlight, a single seat with lumbar support, a dual exhaust system with a muffler on each side, wire-spoke wheels, and a center stand.

As for the power figures, the 1977 Ducati 900SS took its muscles from an 864cc four-stroke air-cooled V-twin engine fed by two DelOrto carburetors, boasting 80 hp with a peak force at 7,500 rpm.

The bike's engine was coupled to a five-manual transmission with a wet multi-plate clutch and a final chain drive, spinning the rear wheel to a top speed of 217 kph (135 mph).

The ride was softened by a 38 mm Marzocchi fork on the front and dual side-mounted shock absorbers on the rear. The stopping power was achieved by two 280 mm discs on the front wheel and a 260 mm disc on the rear wheel.