Ducati 999 User Manual

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Suspensions
Front
Hydraulic upside-down fork provided with outer adjuster
for rebound, compression, and preload (for inner springs
of fork legs).
Stanchion diameter:
43 mm
Travel along leg axis:
125 mm (999);
127 mm (999S).
Rear (999/999S)
Of the progressive type, thanks to a rocker arm
connecting frame and upper pivot point of the shock
absorber. The shock absorber enables the adjustment of
rebound and compression damping and spring preload.
At the bottom pivot point it is connected to a light-alloy
swingarm. The swingarm hinges on a pivot pin passing
through the frame and engine.
The whole system gives the bike excellent stability.
Travel:
71 mm.
Exhaust system (999/999S)
Catalyzed in compliance with emission regulations.
Available colours (999/999S)
Available in:
Ducati anniversary red 473.101 (PPG);
Ducati yellow 473.201 (PPG);
metal-color frame and wheel rims.

Ducati 999 Specifications

General

Compression Ratio	11.4:1
Transmission	6-speed
Fuel Tank Capacity	15.5 l (4.1 US gal)
Rear Suspension	Progressive linkage with fully adjustable Showa monoshock
Front Brakes	2 x 320 mm discs, 4-piston calipers
Rear Brakes	240 mm disc, 2-piston caliper
Tire Front	120/70 ZR 17
Tire Rear	190/50 ZR 17
Engine Type	L-Twin cylinder, 4 valves per cylinder Desmodromic
Bore x Stroke	100 mm x 63.5 mm
Power	104 kW (141 hp) @ 9750 rpm
Torque	110 Nm (81.4 lb-ft) @ 8000 rpm
Front Suspension	Showa 43 mm upside-down fork, fully adjustable