2010Ducati Superbike 1198

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The 2010 Ducati Superbike 1198 is a flagship sports bike developed from Ducati's World Superbike racers. Its liquid-cooled 1,198.4cc V-twin makes 170 hp at 9,750 rpm and 131.5 Nm through a six-speed gearbox. An 820 mm seat, 171 kg dry weight and 15.5-litre tank suit fast road and track riding.

Capacity: 1198.4 ccm
Engine: V-Twin, four-stroke
Gearbox: 6-speed
Dry weight: 171.0 kg
Seat height: 820 mm
Power: 170.0 HP (125.0 kW) @ 9750 RPM

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How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested

Off-road & trail5%

Cornering95%

City riding25%

Daily riding25%

Touring20%

Two-up15%

Track96%

Best for: Built primarily for track days and high-performance canyon carving rather than everyday transportation.
Built for: A raw, race-bred Italian superbike with explosive V-twin power and razor-sharp handling that rewards precision and confidence.
Not ideal for: Not suited to new riders, daily commuters, passengers, or anyone seeking comfort over long distances.

Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.

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At 820mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with balls of both feet on the 2010 Ducati Superbike 1198, with a cramped knee angle of around 70 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: 1198.4 ccm
Power: 170.0 HP (125.0 kW) @ 9750 RPM
Torque: 131.5 Nm (13.4 kgf-m)
Engine type: V-Twin, four-stroke
Power/weight ratio: 0.9942 HP/kg (dry)
Bore x stroke: 106.0 x 67.9 mm
Compression: 12.7:1
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: 1430 mm
Seat height: 820 mm
Dry weight: 171.0 kg
Fuel capacity: 15.50 litres

Chassis & suspension

Frame: Tubular steel Trellis frame in ALS 450
Front suspension: Showa 43mm with TiO fully adjustable upside-down fork
Rear suspension: Progressive linkage with fully adjustable Showa monoshock. Aluminium single-sided swingarm
Front wheel travel: 127 mm
Rear wheel travel: 127 mm
Rake (fork angle): 24.5°