Sportbikes
2003Ducati Supersport 800
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The 2003 Ducati Supersport 800 is an accessible sport bike designed for riders seeking authentic Italian styling without extreme performance demands. Its air-cooled V-twin engine delivers modest power suited for intermediate riders, while the nimble chassis excels at spirited road riding and commuting. Known for its distinctive trellis frame design and timeless aesthetics, it remains popular among those prioritizing character over outright horsepower.
- Capacity
- 802.0 ccm
- Engine
- V-Twin
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Dry weight
- 183.0 kg
- Seat height
- 815 mm
- Power
- 74.5 HP (54.8 kW) @ 8250 RPM
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Designed as a sport-touring machine that prioritizes twisty-road engagement over outright top-end speed.
- Built for
- A light, torquey desmodromic V-twin with classic trellis-frame Ducati handling that rewards smooth, deliberate riding over brute acceleration.
- Not ideal for
- Not a good fit for off-road use, tall highway-mile touring comfort seekers, or riders wanting modern liter-bike level outright speed.
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
- 802.0 ccm
- Power
- 74.5 HP (54.8 kW) @ 8250 RPM
- Torque
- 70.0 Nm (7.1 kgf-m)
- Engine type
- V-Twin
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.4071 HP/kg (dry)
- Bore x stroke
- 88.0 x 66.0 mm
- Compression
- 10.3:1
- Cooling system
- Air
- Fuel system
- Injection
- Valves per cylinder
- 2
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Chain
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1405 mm
- Overall length
- 2030 mm
- Overall height
- 1110 mm
- Seat height
- 815 mm
- Dry weight
- 183.0 kg
- Wet weight
- 185.4 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 16.00 litres
- Reserve fuel capacity
- 4.00 litres
Chassis & suspension
- Frame
- Tubular steel trellis
- Front suspension
- Marzocchi 43 mm upside-down fork
- Rear suspension
- Progressive cantilever linkage with fully adjustable Sachs monoshoshock. Steel swingarm
- Front wheel travel
- 120 mm
- Rear wheel travel
- 136 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-ZR17
- Rear tyre
- 170/60-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 |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 802 cc | 803 cc |
| Dry weight | 183 kg | 183 kg |
| Seat height | 815 mm | 815 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 16 L | 16 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 Supersport 800?
The 2003 Ducati Supersport 800 has a Capacity of 802.0 ccm (48.94 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Ducati Supersport 800 have?
The 2003 Ducati Supersport 800 has a Power of 74.5 HP (54.8 kW) @ 8250 RPM.
How many gears does the Ducati Supersport 800 have?
The 2003 Ducati Supersport 800 has a Gearbox of 6-speed.
What is the torque of the Ducati Supersport 800?
The 2003 Ducati Supersport 800 has a Torque of 70.0 Nm (7.1 kgf-m or 51.6 ft.lbs).
How much does the Ducati Supersport 800 weigh?
The 2003 Ducati Supersport 800 has a Dry weight of 183.0 kg (403.4 pounds).
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