2011 Ducati 848 Evo featured minor changes to the engine

While most of the chassis components are identical to the 1098/1198, the motor was an all new design in 2008. Producing roughly 116 hp at the rear wheel it out performs the revered Ducati 916 that had a hard time producing more than 100hp and even the upgraded Ducati 998 that produced 110 hp at the rear wheel. The "Testastretta Evoluzione" uses a 94 x 61.2mm bore and stroke for 849cc of displacement despite the bikes moniker of 848. The motor casings were constructed using a new vacuum die-casting method called Vacural that helps the engine weigh seven lbs less than the Ducati 749. The intake valves were increased 2.5mm from the Ducati 749 numbers to 39.5mm. The exhaust valves were enlarged 1.5mm to 32mm. The valve angles are identical to the Ducati 1098. The bike uses a pair of elliptical shaped 56mm throttle bodies fashioned after MotoGP designs.

2010 Ducati 848 First Look

2010 Ducati 848 Picture

The 2011 Ducati 848 Evo featured minor changes to the engine, including new Marelli throttle bodies, revised cylinder heads with straighter intake ports and reshaped combustion chambers. Ducati claimed these changes would result in a 6-hp increase, bringing output to 140 measured at the crank, however Cycle World Magazines first dyno test of the engine showed a mere 1.6 hp increase over the previous motor

2010 Ducati 848 Rear Angle View

1198R Corse Special Edition

2010 Ducati 1198R Corse Special Edition Motorcycle Wallpaper

Along with updating the Ducati 1098R’s nomenclature to the 1198 naming that’s being used with the base and “S” model, Ducati has also released two special edition motorcycles that will use the new 1198R designation. The first new model is the same Troy Bayliss replica that was available last year (sans a new gas tank), but Ducati has also released the 2010 Ducati 1198R Corse Special Edition. Photos and more after the jump.

With an actual displacement of 1198.4cc’s, the 1198R’s had to massacred under the 1098 designation because of a combination of changing rules in WSBK and consistent company branding. Now that the model line has come up-to-date with what’s legal in road-racing, Ducati has finally changed the name of its race homologation Superbike.

The Troy Bayliss edition was updated with a new aluminum gas tank that saves 2lbs and adds .66 gallons of capacity. According to Ducati, the change to the aluminum tank was because of customer feedback in the North American market. Apparently, Americans really like their gas tanks to be made out of metal. Who knew?

As for the 2010 Ducati 1198R Corse Special Edition, it will feature the same 180hp powerplant and specifications as the Bayliss LE. However, it comes with its own unique Ducati Corse paint, instead of the race replica stuff, which mimics the new Ducati Corse logo.

Ducati will also offer the Corse Special Edition in an 1198S platform, presumably with only the 170hp motor being the difference.

2010 Ducati 1198R Corse Special Edition Superbike

2010 Ducati 1198R Corse Special Edition Dash

Ducati Hypermotard 796 hauls itself across tight hairpins with confidence

2010 Ducati Hypermotard 796 Front Angle

2010 Ducati Hypermotard 796 Wallpaper

Setting our sites on the Bolognese countryside, we flipped the kickstand up and immediately took note that the 796 feels remarkably light on its feet. The clutch operates with minimal effort, though the shifter is a touch notchy going into first. Thrust produced by twisting the right grip is considerable; it may not summon the absolute torque of the Hypermotard 1100, but the 796's combination of a broad powerband, light weight, and shorter gears makes it feel exceedingly fleet. Upshift early and you get none of the driveline chatter of the 1100, and all is forgotten with a slight slip of the clutch, which encourages the L-twin to accumulate momentum. The engine pulls strongly and the fuel mapping and power delivery are completely devoid of surprises-- except when rev limiter cuts in abruptly at 8,500 rpm.

Turns are even more entertaining on the 796; simply shift the bike's weight and lean with light handlebar effort, and the whole motorcycle becomes intuitively obedient to your input. Though the 43 mm Marzocchi forks dive somewhat during aggressive front braking, a touch of rear brake tames much of that tendency. Stopping power is formidable (thanks to those 1100-spec Brembos), and despite the absence of a hard-edged suspension setup, the Hypermotard 796 hauls itself across tight hairpins with confidence.

2010 Ducati Hypermotard 796 Image

2010 Ducati Hypermotard 796 Rear Angle

Ducati 1198 [Red]

Ducati 1198 [Red]

Ducati Monster 1100 (Red)

Ducati Monster 1100 (Red)

Ducati 1198 (white)

Ducati 1198 (white)

The 2011 Ducati 848 EVO Superbike now further enhances

The 2011 848EVO now further enhances Ducati's most impressive lightweight Superbike ever with more power from the Testastretta engine and more braking power from Brembo’s incredible Monobloc brake technology combining to provide an even more exciting way to enter the world of Ducati Superbikes.

The “EVO” treatment applied to the 848 introduces a 6hp power boost to 140hp (103kW) and a torque increase to 72.3lb-ft (98Nm) that results in a razor-sharp and easy-to-use power delivery while the combination of the 848's legendary (168kg) chassis set-up and planet-stopping Brembo Monobloc brakes gives unthinkable braking performances most can only dream of.

In pursuit of perfection, Ducati engineers have listened to passionate owners of the 848 Superbike since its delivery in 2008 and now enhance its specifications to deliver impressive performances whether riding through mid-town traffic or racing through track-day competition.

the Ducati 848 EVO now also comes in the limited edition

2011 Ducati Motorcycle

Ducati's 848 EVO for 2011 swaps out the Testastretta's cylinder heads, pistons, throttle bodies and camshafts, and increases power to a claimed 140 horsepower and 72.3 ft/lbs torque - more than liter-bikes of a few years ago.

Already available in Stealth Black and Ducati Red, the 848 EVO now also comes in the limited edition Arctic White with a red frame and red wheels.

Weighing just one pound less than its sibling, the 848 is devoid of the 1198's electronic aids and OOhlins suspension.

Nevertheless, the reduced engine inertia makes it feel more nimble and the reduced power makes it more manageable, arguably resulting in a better streetbike.

Ducati 848 EVO Quick Stats

2011 Ducati 848 EVO Quick Stats:

* ENGINE TYPE: 4vpc L-twin
* BORE x STROKE: 94mm x 61.2mm
* COMP. RATIO: 13.2:1
* TRANSMISSION: 6-speed
* WHEELBASE: 56.3 inches
* RAKE: 24.5 degrees
* DRY WEIGHT: 370 pounds
* PRICE: $13,995

2010 The Ducati 848 is a 849 cc (51.8 cu in)

2010 Ducati 848 First Look

2010 Ducati 848 Picture

While most of the chassis components are identical to the 1098/1198, the motor was an all new design in 2008. Producing roughly 116 hp at the rear wheel it out performs the revered Ducati 916 that had a hard time producing more than 100hp and even the upgraded Ducati 998 that produced 110 hp at the rear wheel. The "Testastretta Evoluzione" uses a 94 x 61.2mm bore and stroke for 849cc of displacement despite the bikes moniker of 848. The motor casings were constructed using a new vacuum die-casting method called Vacural that helps the engine weigh seven lbs less than the Ducati 749. The intake valves were increased 2.5mm from the Ducati 749 numbers to 39.5mm. The exhaust valves were enlarged 1.5mm to 32mm. The valve angles are identical to the Ducati 1098. The bike uses a pair of elliptical shaped 56mm throttle bodies fashioned after MotoGP designs.

The 2011 Ducati 848 Evo featured minor changes to the engine, including new Marelli throttle bodies, revised cylinder heads with straighter intake ports and reshaped combustion chambers. Ducati claimed these changes would result in a 6-hp increase, bringing output to 140 measured at the crank, however Cycle World Magazines first dyno test of the engine showed a mere 1.6 hp increase over the previous motor

2010 Ducati 848 Rear Angle View