Sportbikes
2005Ducati 749
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The 2005 Ducati 749 is a middleweight sport bike perfectly suited for riders seeking sharp handling and responsive performance. Known for its iconic L-twin engine producing 106 horsepower, refined ergonomics, and agile chassis, it excels in both road riding and track days. The 748cc powerplant delivers smooth acceleration with Marelli fuel injection and liquid cooling for consistent performance.
- Capacity
- 748.0 ccm
- Engine
- V-Twin
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Dry weight
- 188.0 kg
- Seat height
- 780 mm
- Power
- 106.6 HP (78.4 kW)
What’s new for the 2005 Ducati 749
vs the 2004| Spec | 2004 | 2005 |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 103.0 HP (75.8 kW) @ 10000 RPM | 106.6 HP (78.4 kW) |
| Torque | 77.0 Nm (7.9 kgf-m or 56.8 ft.lbs) | 82.0 Nm (8.4 kgf-m or 60.5 ft.lbs) |
| Dry weight | 192.5 kg (424.4 pounds) | 188.0 kg (414.5 pounds) |
| Front suspension | Showa 43 mm upside-down fully adjustable fork with TiN surface treatment | Showa 43 mm upside-down fully adjustable fork |
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Built primarily for spirited cornering and trackday or backroad performance rather than everyday transportation.
- Built for
- A light, precise, high-revving V-twin superbike with desmodromic engineering and razor-sharp trellis-frame handling that rewards an active, skilled rider.
- Not ideal for
- This is not the right bike for new riders, long-distance touring, two-up comfort, or any kind of off-road use.
Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.
Will it fit you?
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- Capacity
- 748.0 ccm
- Power
- 106.6 HP (78.4 kW)
- Torque
- 82.0 Nm (8.4 kgf-m)
- Engine type
- V-Twin
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.5670 HP/kg (dry)
- Bore x stroke
- 90.0 x 58.8 mm
- Compression
- 11.7:1
- Cooling system
- Liquid
- Fuel system
- Injection
- Starting
- Electric
- Valves per cylinder
- 4
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Chain
- Clutch
- Dry multiplate with hydraulic control
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1420 mm
- Overall length
- 2095 mm
- Overall height
- 1090 mm
- Seat height
- 780 mm
- Dry weight
- 188.0 kg
- Wet weight
- 197.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 15.50 litres
Chassis & suspension
- Frame
- Tubular steel trellis
- Front suspension
- Showa 43 mm upside-down fully adjustable fork
- Rear suspension
- Progressive linkage with fully adjustable Sachs monoshock
- Front wheel travel
- 130 mm
- Rear wheel travel
- 148 mm
- Rake (fork angle)
- 24.5°
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Double disc
- Front brakes diameter
- 320 mm
- Rear brakes
- Single disc
- Rear brakes diameter
- 240 mm
- Front tyre
- 120/70-ZR17
- Rear tyre
- 180/55-ZR17
Other
- Color options
- Red/black, yellow/metallic grey
Compiled from manufacturer documentation and user contributions, corrected on an ongoing basis. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.
What changed, year to year
Differences highlighted| Specification | 2003 | 2004 | 2005 | 2006 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 748 cc | 748 cc | 748 cc | 748 cc |
| Dry weight | — | 193 kg | 188 kg | 188 kg |
| Seat height | 780 mm | 780 mm | 780 mm | 780 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 15.5 L | 15.5 L | 15.5 L | 15.5 L |
Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.
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Common questions
What is the engine size of the Ducati 749?
The 2005 Ducati 749 has a Capacity of 748.0 ccm (45.65 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Ducati 749 have?
The 2005 Ducati 749 has a Power of 106.6 HP (78.4 kW).
How many gears does the Ducati 749 have?
The 2005 Ducati 749 has a Gearbox of 6-speed.
What is the torque of the Ducati 749?
The 2005 Ducati 749 has a Torque of 82.0 Nm (8.4 kgf-m or 60.5 ft.lbs).
How much does the Ducati 749 weigh?
The 2005 Ducati 749 has a Dry weight of 188.0 kg (414.5 pounds).
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