The 2009 NCR Leggera is an ultra-lightweight supermotard built for experienced riders seeking extreme performance and agility. Powered by a 1078cc V2 engine producing 88.5 horsepower, it features a revolutionary titanium trellis frame weighing just 4.8kg and advanced Öhlins suspension. Best known for its minimalist design and track-focused engineering, the Leggera represents the pinnacle of Italian supermotard craftsmanship.
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested
Off-road & trail25%
Cornering97%
City riding55%
Daily riding40%
Touring25%
Two-up30%
Track90%
Best for
Built as a lightweight, boutique Italian special for spirited backroad carving, trackday-style cornering thrills, and collector-grade ownership rather than daily transportation.
Built for
A rare, hand-built titanium-framed jewel that blends Ducati V-twin desmodromic character with Ohlins and Brembo racing componentry for an intensely direct, visceral connection to the road.
Not ideal for
This is not the bike for riders seeking touring comfort, passenger-friendly ergonomics, offroad capability, or an affordable, low-maintenance everyday commuter.
Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.
Full specifications
Engine
Capacity
1078.0 ccm
Power
88.5 HP (65.1 kW)
Engine type
V-Twin, four-stroke
Power/weight ratio
0.5637 HP/kg (dry)
Cooling system
Oil & air
Fuel system
Injection
Starting
Electric
Valves per cylinder
2
Lubrication system
2 into 1 into 2 configuration with catalitic converter and lambda system. Exhaust is in titanium and the mufflers are in carbon. Design by NCR and built by Zard, the silencers are 45% lighter than stock.
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