Sportbikes
2003Ducati 999 S
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The 2003 Ducati 999 S is a middleweight superbike engineered for experienced sport riders seeking cutting-edge performance. Its 998cc desmodromic V-twin engine delivers 136 horsepower with aggressive mid-range torque, excelling on both track and spirited road use. The 999 S is renowned for its innovative valve technology and Italian engineering, establishing Ducati's dominance in the early 2000s superbike era.
- Capacity
- 998.0 ccm
- Engine
- V-Twin, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Wet weight
- 199.0 kg
- Seat height
- 780 mm
- Power
- 136.0 HP (100.0 kW) @ 9750 RPM
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Built primarily for spirited canyon carving and track days, with road use very much a secondary consideration.
- Built for
- A raw, mechanical Italian V-twin superbike that rewards precise inputs with sharp handling, strong brakes, and an unmistakable desmodromic soundtrack.
- Not ideal for
- Not a good fit for new riders, commuters seeking comfort, or anyone planning long-distance touring or pillion-heavy trips.
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
- 998.0 ccm
- Power
- 136.0 HP (100.0 kW) @ 9750 RPM
- Torque
- 106.0 Nm (10.8 kgf-m) @ 8000 RPM
- Engine type
- V-Twin, four-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.6834 HP/kg (wet)
- Bore x stroke
- 100.0 x 63.5 mm
- Compression
- 11.4:1
- 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
- Wet weight
- 199.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 15.50 litres
- Reserve fuel capacity
- 3.00 litres
- Dry weight
- Not on record - add it
Chassis & suspension
- Frame
- Tubular ALS450 steel trellis
- Front suspension
- Öhlins upside-down fully adjustable fork with TiN surface treatment, for radial calipers
- Rear suspension
- Progressive linkage with fully adjustable Öhlins monoshock
- Front wheel travel
- 120 mm
- Rear wheel travel
- 128 mm
- Rake (fork angle)
- 24.0°
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
- 190/50-ZR17
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 998 cc | 998 cc | 998 cc |
| Dry weight | — | — | 186 kg |
| Seat height | 780 mm | 780 mm | 780 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 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 999 S?
The 2003 Ducati 999 S has a Capacity of 998.0 ccm (60.90 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Ducati 999 S have?
The 2003 Ducati 999 S has a Power of 136.0 HP (100.0 kW) @ 9750 RPM.
How many gears does the Ducati 999 S have?
The 2003 Ducati 999 S has a Gearbox of 6-speed.
What is the torque of the Ducati 999 S?
The 2003 Ducati 999 S has a Torque of 106.0 Nm (10.8 kgf-m or 78.2 ft.lbs) @ 8000 RPM.
How much does the Ducati 999 S weigh?
The 2003 Ducati 999 S has a Wet weight of 199.0 kg (438.7 pounds).
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