2010Ducati SportClassic GT 1000

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The 2010 Ducati SportClassic GT 1000 is a retro-styled middleweight cruiser powered by a 992cc air-cooled V2 four-stroke engine producing 92 horsepower. Best suited for riders seeking classic Italian aesthetics combined with modern reliability, it excels as a versatile daily commuter and weekend cruiser. Known for its lightweight handling and accessible performance, the GT 1000 delivers authentic Ducati character without demanding advanced riding skills.

Capacity: 992.0 ccm
Engine: V-Twin, four-stroke
Gearbox: 6-speed
Dry weight: 185.0 kg
Seat height: 810 mm
Power: 92.0 HP (67.7 kW)

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What’s new for the 2010 Ducati SportClassic GT 1000

vs the 2009

Spec	2009	2010
Power	90.8 HP (66.8 kW) @ 8000 RPM	92.0 HP (67.7 kW)
Seat height	828 mm (32.6 inches)	810 mm (31.9 inches)
Front suspension	43 mm upside-down fork	Marzocchi 43mm usd forks
Rear suspension	Twin preload adjustable shock absorbers	Twin shock absorbers with adjustable preload

Other years 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010

How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested

Off-road & trail10%

Cornering75%

City riding60%

Daily riding65%

Touring68%

Two-up60%

Track40%

Best for: It's built for relaxed sport-touring and stylish all-round riding, blending retro looks with genuinely usable modern underpinnings.
Built for: It has the soulful, air-cooled Ducati V-twin charm, with strong midrange torque and classic handling feel rather than razor-sharp aggression.
Not ideal for: It's not the right choice for riders wanting cutting-edge electronics, aggressive sportbike performance, 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.

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Inseam (optional)

Units

At 810mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 2010 Ducati SportClassic GT 1000, with a relaxed knee angle of around 125 degrees and a forward-leaning riding position.

Assumes about 30mm of suspension sag once seated. This is an approximation from category-typical geometry, not a measurement of this bike or of you - sit on one before you buy.

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Full specifications

Engine

Capacity: 992.0 ccm
Power: 92.0 HP (67.7 kW)
Torque: 91.2 Nm (9.3 kgf-m)
Engine type: V-Twin, four-stroke
Power/weight ratio: 0.4973 HP/kg (dry)
Bore x stroke: 94.0 x 71.5 mm
Compression: 10.0:1
Cooling system: Air
Fuel system: Injection
Starting: Electric
Valves per cylinder: 2

Transmission

Gearbox: 6-speed
Transmission type: Manual
Final drive: Chain
Clutch: Wet multiplate with hydraulic control

Dimensions & weight

Wheelbase: 1425 mm
Seat height: 810 mm
Dry weight: 185.0 kg
Fuel capacity: 15.00 litres

Chassis & suspension

Frame: Tubular steel Trellis frame
Front suspension: Marzocchi 43mm usd forks
Rear suspension: Twin shock absorbers with adjustable preload
Front wheel travel: 120 mm
Rear wheel travel: 133 mm
Rake (fork angle): 24.0°

Brakes & wheels

Front brakes: Double disc
Front brakes diameter: 320 mm
Rear brakes: Single disc
Rear brakes diameter: 245 mm
Front tyre: 120/70-R17
Rear tyre: 180/55-R17

Other

Color options: Red, black/white

Specs last verified against published sources: October 2026.

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	2006	2007	2008	2009	2010
Capacity	992 cc	992 cc	992 cc	992 cc	992 cc
Dry weight	183 kg	185 kg	185 kg	185 kg	185 kg
Seat height	850 mm	828 mm	828 mm	828 mm	810 mm
Fuel capacity	15 L	15 L	15 L	15 L	15 L