Ducati 750 GT

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Ducati 750 GT
ManufacturerDucati
Production1972–1974
ClassStandard
Engine748 cc (45.6 cu in) air-cooled 90° V-twin
Bore / stroke80.0 mm × 74.4 mm (3.15 in × 2.93 in)
Compression ratio8.5:1
Top speed200 km/h[citation needed]
Power37.3 kW (50.0 hp) @ 5,250 rpm[citation needed]
Transmission5 speed
SuspensionFront: hydraulic telescoping forks
Rear: swing arm with adjustable hydraulic shocks
BrakesFront: 280 mm disc
Rear: drum
Wheelbase1,500 mm (59 in)
DimensionsL: 2,250 mm (89 in)
W: 760 mm (30 in)
Seat height800 mm (31 in)
Weight185 kg (408 lb)[citation needed] (dry)
Fuel capacity17 L (3.7 imp gal; 4.5 US gal)

The Ducati 750 GT is a motorcycle produced by Ducati from 1971 to 1974. Additionally there were 40 1978 750GTs manufactured. Total production of the 750GT over all years of manufacture was 4,133.[1] Designed by Fabio Taglioni, the motorcycle was the first Ducati to have a 90° V-twin engine configuration, which became a signature feature in the Ducati bikes that followed.

left 1972 Ducati 750 GT from a Vintage Motorcycle Enthusiasts collector at the Seattle International Motorcycle Show.

References[edit]

  1. ^ Ian Falloon (2006), The Ducati 750 Bible, Veloce Publishing, ISBN 9781845840129

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