Sport Tourers
1985Ducati 600 TL
19 fields on record
The 1985 Ducati 600 TL is a lightweight sport-touring middleweight powered by a 50 horsepower air-cooled V-twin engine. Favored by riders seeking nimble handling and practical everyday versatility, it combines Ducati's desmodromic valve technology with approachable performance. Best known for its manageable 200kg weight and efficient 581cc displacement, making it ideal for commuting and weekend touring.
- Capacity
- 581.0 ccm
- Engine
- V-Twin
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Wet weight
- 200.0 kg
- Seat height
- Not on record
Know it? Add it → - Power
- 50.0 HP (36.8 kW)
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Built as a lightly sport-oriented touring machine, blending Ducati's V-twin charm with a more upright, all-day-usable riding position rather than aggressive track intentions.
- Built for
- Has the soulful, mechanical charisma typical of 1980s desmodromic Ducatis, offering a tactile, engaging ride rather than raw speed or refinement.
- Not ideal for
- Not suited for riders seeking modern touring comfort, high-speed highway cruising, or any serious off-road capability.
Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.
Engine
- Capacity
- 581.0 ccm
- Power
- 50.0 HP (36.8 kW)
- Engine type
- V-Twin
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.2500 HP/kg (wet)
- Bore x stroke
- 80.0 x 57.8 mm
- Compression
- 9.5:1
- Cooling system
- Air
- Valves per cylinder
- 2
- Torque
- Not on record - add it
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Chain
Performance
- Top speed
- 175.0 km/h (108.7 mph)
Dimensions & weight
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Dual disc
- Rear brakes
- Single disc
- Front tyre
- 90/90-18
- Rear tyre
- 110/90-18
Compiled from manufacturer documentation and user contributions, corrected on an ongoing basis. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.
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Common questions
What is the engine size of the Ducati 600 TL?
The 1985 Ducati 600 TL has a Capacity of 581.0 ccm (35.45 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Ducati 600 TL have?
The 1985 Ducati 600 TL has a Power of 50.0 HP (36.8 kW).
How many gears does the Ducati 600 TL have?
The 1985 Ducati 600 TL has a Gearbox of 5-speed.
How much does the Ducati 600 TL weigh?
The 1985 Ducati 600 TL has a Wet weight of 200.0 kg (440.9 pounds).
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