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DUCATI 996 Models/Series Timeline, Specifications & Photos

Generations: 8
First production year: 1999
DUCATI 996R photo gallery

In 2001, the Italian motorcycle manufacturer launched the Ducati 996R (Racing), a sports machine that replaced the Ducati 996SPS and came in a limited number of 500 units. Also, a Ducati 996R was used in The Matrix Reloaded movie.

The 2001 Ducati 996R packed a race-derived Ohlins suspension system, a carbon fiber bodywork, a revised fairing, and a newly redesigned Testastretta engine that actually developed 998cc.

The engine featured more aggressive camshafts, titanium conrods, a shorter stroke, and a wider bore, allowing it to rev more safely at high rpm. The bike had most of the 996SPS chassis with a new Brembo braking system.

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, an under-seat-mounted exhaust system with two carbon fiber mufflers, a single-sided swingarm, and five-spoke alloy wheels.

In the power department, the 2001 Ducati 996R was the most powerful machine in its class, packing a 998cc four-stroke liquid-cooled V-twin engine that delivered an output power of 135 hp at 11,200 rpm and 104 Nm (77 lb-ft) torque at 8,000 rpm.

The bike's engine was coupled to a six-speed manual transmission with a hydraulically controlled dry clutch and a final chain drive, pushing the machine to a top speed of 282 kph (175 mph).

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DUCATI 996S photo gallery

In 2001, the Italian motorcycle manufacturer launched the Ducati 996S, a sports motorcycle that debuted in 1999 alongside the base or Biposto and 996SPS (Sport Production Special) models. Compared to the standard model, the S version packed race-derived Ohlins suspensions.

Other than suspension, the S model was identical to the base version, packing the same standard features, such as the full fairing, a small windscreen, a two-piece dual seat, a dual exhaust system mounted under the seat, a single-sided swingarm, and five-spoke wheels.

In the handling department, the bike was driven by a 43 mm rebound and compression-adjustable Ohlins fork on the front with 127 mm wheel travel and a compression and rebound-adjustable Ohlins shock absorber on the rear with 130 mm wheel travel.

The braking performance was achieved by two 320 mm discs with four-piston calipers on the front wheel and a 220 mm disc with a dual-piston caliper on the front wheel, offering excellent stopping power.

Underneath its fuel tank, the 2001 Ducati 996S packed a 996cc four-stroke liquid-cooled V-twin engine that delivered an output power of 112 hp at 8,500 rpm and 99 Nm (73 lb-ft) torque at 7,000 rpm.

The engine power was transferred to a six-speed manual transmission with a hydraulically controlled dry clutch and sent to the rear wheel through a final chain drive, spinning the rear wheel to a top speed of 259 kph (161 mph).

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DUCATI 996 photo gallery

The Ducati 996 was a sports bike based on the Ducati 916 manufactured from 1999 to 2002. From the beginning, the Italian maker made available three models, the base or Biposto, the 996S with race-derived Ohlins suspensions, and the 996SPS.

The Ducati 996S was fitted with race-inspired Ohlins suspensions both front and rear, while the Ducati 996SPS (Sport Production Special) packed a more powerful engine and came in a lighter package due to some carbon fiber and titanium elements.

In 2001, the Italian motorcycle manufacturer launched the Ducati 996 standard model, a sports machine in its third year of production that came in the same form as previous models, without any significant modifications.

The 2001 Ducati 996 packed standard features, such as a full fairing with a windscreen, a dual headlight system, a two-piece dual seat, a dual exhaust system mounted under the seat, a single-sided swingarm, and five-spoke lightweight wheels.

As for performance, the Ducati 996 had its heartbeat set by a 996cc four-stroke liquid-cooled V-twin engine with an Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI) system, boasting 112 hp with a peak at 8,500 rpm and 99 Nm (73 lb-ft) torque at 7,000 rpm.

As for braking power, the 2001 Ducati 996 was fitted with two 320 mm discs and four-piston calipers on the front wheel and a 220 mm disc with a dual-piston caliper on the rear wheel.

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DUCATI 996SPS photo gallery

In 2000, the Italian motorcycle manufacturer launched the Ducati 996SPS, a sports machine available only for the European market. The SPS version was more powerful and lighter than the base and S models due to several carbon fiber and titanium parts.

The bike's SPS suffix stood for Sport Production Special, using the same engine as the 916SPS but with the weight cut down considerably. The bike's engine was much more potent than any Ducati engine or any other manufacturer produced for track use.

In the aesthetic department, the bike was similar to its siblings, packing the same standard features, such as a full fairing with dual headlights, a small windscreen, a single seat, an exhaust system mounted under the seat, and five-spoke Marchessini wheels.

As for power, the 2000 Ducati 996SPS had its muscles from a 996cc four-stroke V-twin liquid-cooled engine fed by a fuel injection system, delivering 124 hp at 9,500 rpm and 99 Nm (73 lb-ft) torque at 7,000 rpm.

The bike’s engine was coupled to a six-speed manual transmission, a hydraulically controlled dry clutch, and a final chain drive that spun the rear wheel to a top speed of 270 kph (168 mph).

In the suspension department, the bike packed a race-derived suspension system comprising a 43 mm adjustable Ohlins on the front with 127 mm wheel travel and an adjustable Ohlins shock absorber on the rear, offering excellent handling capabilities.

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DUCATI 996SPS Fogarty Replica photo gallery

The Ducati 996 was a sports motorcycle manufactured from 1999 to 2002, based on the earlier Ducati 916. It was available in three versions, the base or Biposto model, the 996S, and 996SPS.

Compared to the base model, the Ducati 996S model packed race-derived Ohlins suspensions, while the 996SPS version, which was available only for the European market, delivered more power and came in a lighter package due to the use of carbon fiber and titanium elements.

In 1999, the Italian motorcycle manufacturer launched the Ducati 996SPS Fogarty Replica, a race-ready limited edition machine suitable for the adrenaline junkies among Ducati fans.

In the appearance department, the bike had standard features, such as a full fairing with a small windscreen, dual headlights, a single seat, an under-seat-mounted exhaust system, five-spoke Marchessini wheels, and a race-inspired paint and graphics scheme.

As for power, the 1999 Ducati 996SPS Fogarty Replica had its soul brought to life by a 996cc four-stroke liquid-cooled V-twin engine managed by an electronically controlled fuel injection system, delivering 124 hp at 9,500 rpm and 99 Nm (73 lb-ft) torque at 7,000 rpm.

The bike's power was transferred to a six-speed manual transmission with a hydraulically-operated dry clutch and a final chain drive, pushing the machine to a top speed of 270 kph (168 mph).

In the braking department, the wheels were fitted with two 320 mm discs with four-piston Brembo calipers on the front and a 220 mm disc with a dual-piston Brembo caliper on the rear wheel, offering excellent stopping power.

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DUCATI 996SPS photo gallery

From 1999 to 2002, the Italian motorcycle manufacturer produced the Ducati 996, a sports machine available in three versions, the base or Biposto, the 996S with Ohlins suspensions, and the 996SPS with more power and less weight due to the use of carbon fiber and titanium parts.

In 1999, the Italian manufacturer launched the Ducati 996SPS (Sport Production Special), a sports machine available only for the European market. It packed the same engine as the 916SPS but with less weight.

In addition to a specially designed chassis, the Ducati 996SPS featured the most powerful engine they or any other manufacturer produced at the time for track use. It was in production until 2001 when it was replaced by the Ducati 996R.

As for looks, the bike packed the same standard features as its siblings, with a full fairing with a small windscreen, a dual headlight system, a single seat, an under-seat-mounted exhaust system, and five-spoke lightweight wheels.

The bike's suspension was handled by a 43 mm rebound and compression-adjustable Showa fork on the front with 127 mm wheel travel and a rebound and compression-adjustable Ohlins shock absorber on the rear with 130 mm wheel travel.

As for power, the 1999 Ducati 996SPS had its heartbeat set by a 996cc four-stroke V-twin liquid-cooled engine with a fuel injection system in charge, boasting 124 hp with a peak at 9,500 rpm and 99 Nm (73 lb-ft) torque at 7,000 rpm.

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DUCATI 996 Monoposto photo gallery

The Ducati 996 was a sports motorcycle manufacturer from 1999 to 2002, based on the earlier Ducati 916. It was in production for only four years until it was replaced in 2002 by the Ducati 998.

At first, there were available three models, the base or Biposto models, the Ducati 996S fitted with race-derived Ohlins suspensions, and the 996SPS with a more powerful engine and less weight due to the use of carbon fiber and titanium parts. Also, the 996SPS was available only for the European market.

In 1999, the Italian motorcycle manufacturer also released the Ducati 996 Monoposto, a sports motorcycle with a single seat, unlike the dual seat on its Bipost sibling. The bike was more suited for those riders who wanted to ride only with the genuine Ducati sound on their back.

In the aesthetic department, the bike was identical to the Biposto model, packing standard features, such as a full fairing with a small windscreen, dual headlights, a single seat, an under-seat-mounted exhaust system, and five-spoke lightweight wheels.

In the performance department, the 1999 Ducati 996 Monoposto had its soul brought to life by a 996cc four-stroke V-twin liquid-cooled engine with a fuel injection system in charge, boasting 112 hp at 8,500 rpm and 94 Nm (69 lb-ft) torque at 8,000 rpm.

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DUCATI 996 Biposto photo gallery

The Ducati 996 was a sports bike based on the earlier 916 model, made by Ducati from 1999 to 2002. Starting with 1999, three models were available: the base or Biposto, the Ducati 996S with Ohlins suspensions, and the 996SPS with more power and less weight due to using carbon fiber and titanium parts.

The Ducati 996SPS was available only for the European market and was replaced in 2001 by the Ducati 996R, which packed a new Testastretta engine. A Ducati 748 was also available, delivering less horsepower.

In 1999, the Italian motorcycle manufacturer launched the Ducati 996 Biposto, a sports machine fitted with standard features, such as a full fairing with a dual headlight system and a small windscreen, a two-piece dual seat with a red passenger seat, an under-seat-mounted exhaust system, a single-sided swingarm, and five-spoke alloy wheels.

The bike's suspension comprised a 43 mm rebound and compression-adjustable Showa fork on the front with 127 mm wheel travel and compression and rebound-adjustable Showa shock absorber on the rear with 130 mm wheel travel.

In the performance department, the 1999 Ducati 996 Biposto had its heartbeat set by a 996cc four-stroke liquid-cooled V-twin engine with a fuel injection system in charge, boasting 112 hp at 8,500 rpm and 94 Nm (69 lb-ft) torque at 8,000 rpm.

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