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2012Ducati Streetfighter 848

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The 2012 Ducati Streetfighter 848 is a middleweight naked bike designed for aggressive riders seeking sharp handling and thrilling performance. Known for its menacing styling and potent 848cc engine, it delivers genuine sportbike capability in a stripped-down, accessible package. Best suited to experienced riders who value agility and dynamic street riding over comfort.

Capacity: 849.0 ccm
Engine: V-Twin, four-stroke
Gearbox: 6-speed
Dry weight: 169.0 kg
Seat height: 840 mm
Power: 123.4 HP (92.0 kW) @ 9750 RPM

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How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested

Off-road & trail5%

Cornering92%

City riding65%

Daily riding55%

Touring40%

Two-up35%

Track85%

Best for: Built for aggressive backroad blasts and spirited sport riding rather than utilitarian commuting or long-distance touring.
Built for: A raw, muscular streetfighter that rewards precise inputs with razor-sharp handling and a visceral, high-revving Desmodromic V-twin soundtrack.
Not ideal for: Not ideal for new riders, high-mileage touring, passenger comfort, or anyone seeking a plush, relaxed ride.

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 840mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with balls of both feet on the 2012 Ducati Streetfighter 848, with a relaxed knee angle of around 130 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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Range and running costs

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Fuel per litre

Riding a year

Based on the published US (EPA-style) fuel economy estimate and tank size. Real-world figures depend on how and where you ride, and the last litres of a tank are reserve. Prices shown greyed are examples - type your own.

Full specifications

Engine

Capacity: 849.0 ccm
Power: 123.4 HP (92.0 kW) @ 9750 RPM
CO2 Emissions: 137 CO2 g/km
EPA Certificate No.: CDUCC.850SFT-010-R01
EPA Est. Fuel Consumption: 5.83 L/100km (40.3 US mpg)
EPA CO Emissions: 1.1 CO g/km
Torque: 93.5 Nm (9.5 kgf-m) @ 9500 RPM
Engine type: V-Twin, four-stroke
Power/weight ratio: 0.7302 HP/kg (dry)
Bore x stroke: 94.0 x 61.2 mm
Compression: 13.2:1
Cooling system: Liquid
Fuel system: Injection
Starting: Electric
Aspiration: Naturally aspirated
Valves per cylinder: 4

Transmission

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

Performance

0-60 mph: 2.90 seconds

Dimensions & weight

Wheelbase: 1475 mm
Seat height: 840 mm
Dry weight: 169.0 kg
Wet weight: 199.0 kg
Fuel capacity: 16.50 litres

Chassis & suspension

Frame: Tubular steel Trellis frame in ALS 450
Front suspension: Marzocchi 43mm fully adjustable usd forks
Rear suspension: Progressive linkage with fully adjustable Sachs monoshock. Aluminium single-sided swingarm
Front wheel travel: 120 mm
Rear wheel travel: 127 mm
Rake (fork angle): 24.5°
Trail: 103 mm

Brakes & wheels

Front brakes: Double disc. Semi-floating discs, radially mounted Brembo Monobloc callipers 4-piston, 2-pad
Front brakes diameter: 320 mm
Rear brakes: Single disc
Rear brakes diameter: 245 mm
Front tyre: 120/70-17
Rear tyre: 180/60-17

Other

Color options: Red (red/black) - Dark Stealth (racing black/black)- Fighter Yellow (racing black/black)
Warranty: 24

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	2012	2013	2014	2015
Capacity	849 cc	849 cc	849 cc	849 cc
Dry weight	169 kg	169 kg	169 kg	169 kg
Seat height	840 mm	840 mm	840 mm	840 mm
Fuel capacity	16.5 L	16.5 L	16.5 L	16.5 L

Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.

Safety Recalls

⚠ 1 recall may apply

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:PADSMay 2012 · 12V188000

DUCATI IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2012 848, STREETFIGHTER, HYPERMOTARD, MULTISTRADA, AND MONSTER MOTORCYCLES. THE FRICTION MATERIAL MAY DETACH FROM THE BACKING PLATE OF THE REAR BRAKE PADS.

Risk: IF THE FRICTION MATERIAL DETACHES, THERE WOULD BE A SUDDEN LOSS OF REAR BRAKE EFFICIENCY, INCREASING THE STOPPING DISTANCE AND INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.

Remedy: DUCATI WILL NOTIFY OWNERS, AND DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND REPLACE, AS NECESSARY, THE REAR BRAKE PADS FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 21, 2012. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DUCATI AT 1-800-231-6696 OR GO TO THEIR WEBSITE AT WWW.DUCATI.COM.

These recalls cover some 2012 bikes of this model. Whether one applies to a specific bike, and whether the repair has already been done, depends on its VIN — check your VIN with NHTSA or ask a dealer.

Source: NHTSA. View all Ducati recalls →