Sportbikes

2012NCR 848

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The 2012 NCR 848 is a race-oriented sport bike built for experienced track riders seeking maximum performance. Powered by a hand-crafted 848cc V2 engine featuring titanium internals, forged pistons, and advanced EFI mapping, it delivers 145 horsepower with race-derived Ohlins suspension and Termignoni exhausts. Best known for its bespoke Italian engineering and extreme lightweight construction, the NCR 848 is purpose-built for competitive track use.

Capacity: 848.0 ccm
Engine: V-Twin, four-stroke
Gearbox: Not on record
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Dry weight: 155.0 kg
Seat height: Not on record
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Power: 145.0 HP (106.6 kW) @ 12500 RPM

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What’s new for the 2012 NCR 848

vs the 2011

Spec	2011	2012
Torque	118.0 Nm (12.0 kgf-m or 87.0 ft.lbs) @ 10000 RPM	120.0 Nm (12.2 kgf-m or 88.5 ft.lbs) @ 10000 RPM

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How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested

Off-road & trail5%

Cornering97%

City riding15%

Daily riding10%

Touring8%

Two-up5%

Track98%

Best for: It exists purely to deliver Superbike-level lap times, with every component chosen to shave weight and sharpen response on a circuit.
Built for: The NCR 848 is a raw, uncompromising racing special that rewards precision and punishes hesitation, offering explosive acceleration and razor-sharp cornering ability from its ultra-light chassis and race-tuned Ducati V-twin.
Not ideal for: This bike is not suited to commuting, touring, passengers, or riders seeking comfort and forgiveness over pure track performance.

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

Full specifications

Engine

Capacity: 848.0 ccm
Power: 145.0 HP (106.6 kW) @ 12500 RPM
Torque: 120.0 Nm (12.2 kgf-m) @ 10000 RPM
Engine type: V-Twin, four-stroke
Power/weight ratio: 0.9355 HP/kg (dry)
Cooling system: Oil & air
Fuel system: Injection
Starting: Electric

Transmission

Final drive: Chain
Clutch: Custom wet-type slipper clutch by STM for NCR

Dimensions & weight

Dry weight: 155.0 kg
Seat height: Not on record - add it

Chassis & suspension

Frame: Ducati 848 frame.
Front suspension: Showa original OEM fork with Ohlins-NCR internal damping systems. NCR fork bottoms from billet with 100 mm spacing. Triple clamps made from AL 7075 with adjustable offset from 28 to 36 mm in 1 mm increments.
Rear suspension: Ohlins TTX tuned by NCR

Brakes & wheels

Front brakes: Single disc. WAVE Braking-NCR, radial Brembo Racing monoblock with billet NCR fork bottoms.
Front brakes diameter: 300 mm
Rear brakes: Single disc. WAVE Braking-NCR, Brembo Racng 2 piston.
Rear brakes diameter: 200 mm
Front tyre: 120/70-17
Rear tyre: 180/55-17