2012 Ducati 848 StreetFighter
With the global launch of the 1199 superbike EICMA Panigale in Milan for a month, Ducati filled the middle with an international press presentation of the 2012 Streetfighter 848. The combined street and track in and around Modena, Italy, exposed the naked artist Twists trackday last Sunday morning and duties.
Almost identical in appearance to the great Streetfighter 1098, the new 848 is designed to give pilots a more affordable and less extreme for modeling the S superbike engine, which is the only other Streetfighter Streetfighter available for the 2012 standard is interrupted.
The most obvious difference between the 2012 Streetfighter displacement engine models. So Ducati Streetfighter S 1099cc L-Twin cylinder uses a product called 155 hp and 89 lb-ft of torque at 9500 rpm, the new fighter powered by a 848cc twin-generation 132-hp and a claimed 69 lb-ft of torque 10 000 rpm and 9500, respectively. Produces its maximum power 500 rpm higher in the rev range and with a compression ratio of 13.2:1 for, compared to S '12 .5:1, the new SF is a bit more strongly excited than the model more large displacement.
Almost identical in appearance to the great Streetfighter 1098, the new 848 is designed to give pilots a more affordable and less extreme for modeling the S superbike engine, which is the only other Streetfighter Streetfighter available for the 2012 standard is interrupted.
The most obvious difference between the 2012 Streetfighter displacement engine models. So Ducati Streetfighter S 1099cc L-Twin cylinder uses a product called 155 hp and 89 lb-ft of torque at 9500 rpm, the new fighter powered by a 848cc twin-generation 132-hp and a claimed 69 lb-ft of torque 10 000 rpm and 9500, respectively. Produces its maximum power 500 rpm higher in the rev range and with a compression ratio of 13.2:1 for, compared to S '12 .5:1, the new SF is a bit more strongly excited than the model more large displacement.
The figures derived Ducati crankshaft power decreases when running on a test the rear wheels. Factory Superbike 848 valued at 140 hp, eight of the new Streetfighter as a result of valve lift and a little less time and produces 119 horsepower on the dynamometer Mickey Cohen Motorsports SuperFlow our sport shooting the medium. Therefore, we expect the SF 848 for generating a little over 110 horsepower to the rear wheel.
This amount of energy is a lot of fun and exciting on a bike weighs about 410 pounds full of fluids. In the street there is enough punch to any situation, if wheelieing or passes while on the trail of the hunt 848 makes it easier for better bikes with smaller riders.
Set retail $ 13,000, the streetfighter 848 is significantly cheaper than the $ 19,000 S streetfighter, but only $ 2,000 less than the soon to be non-existent $ 15,000 streetfighter standard (Hurry and get yours now considering Standard 2011 1098 streetfighter better value). The 848 does not take the Ducati Traction Control, which is a welcome technology to be included in such a low MSRP.
Set retail $ 13,000, the streetfighter 848 is significantly cheaper than the $ 19,000 S streetfighter, but only $ 2,000 less than the soon to be non-existent $ 15,000 streetfighter standard (Hurry and get yours now considering Standard 2011 1098 streetfighter better value). The 848 does not take the Ducati Traction Control, which is a welcome technology to be included in such a low MSRP.
The biggest Streetfighter S model, besides the rise of larger engine, has a fork Ohlins, while the front legs 848 are of the variety Marzocchi. The two components of the suspension are fully adjustable 43 mm and measure the diameter. The front is 848, however, is stronger than the S, with 24.5 degrees inclination 25.6 degrees compared to the model S. The 848 also has less resistance than S, 103mm vs 114mm, respectively, but the wheelbase of both bikes is identical to that of 58.1 inches.
Whether on the road or track Streetfighter takes a little time to bike at home and / or known. The front end of the 848-1099cc version and the original may feel a little nervous, especially when leaned over in a corner, and a braking track does not come naturally when you are driving on Street Fighter. With the 848, which spans the same distance between the points of contact patches as S but with a rake and less steep trails Ducati suggests that perhaps the search for a better configuration of light - which, if would reach a long way in making the bike more attractive - but neither the extent not lend themselves to confidence has improved.
Whether on the road or track Streetfighter takes a little time to bike at home and / or known. The front end of the 848-1099cc version and the original may feel a little nervous, especially when leaned over in a corner, and a braking track does not come naturally when you are driving on Street Fighter. With the 848, which spans the same distance between the points of contact patches as S but with a rake and less steep trails Ducati suggests that perhaps the search for a better configuration of light - which, if would reach a long way in making the bike more attractive - but neither the extent not lend themselves to confidence has improved.
Normally less rake and more tracks would help calm a nervous front end, so unconventional approach Ducati rake over and use less drag is quiet interesting. Without a street fighter to go up to 1098 for comparison at the event, it is unclear whether the change in measurement from the front is better or worse, the issue still exists, although it is certainly not resolved.
It was not until the second session on the track I was comfortably faster, pushing the Streetfighter is on the verge of its performance envelope. The nervousness in front and high handlebars give a light touch - the ham and greed leads to a question from the front wheel.
Other significant differences in the SF 848 include a wet and dry clutch and new wheels 10 instead of the five branches on the handlebars S. aluminum cone on the 848 is higher than the 20mm model S. The seat height S high, 33 inches, carries more than 848 new to the, making footrest gently.
It was not until the second session on the track I was comfortably faster, pushing the Streetfighter is on the verge of its performance envelope. The nervousness in front and high handlebars give a light touch - the ham and greed leads to a question from the front wheel.
Other significant differences in the SF 848 include a wet and dry clutch and new wheels 10 instead of the five branches on the handlebars S. aluminum cone on the 848 is higher than the 20mm model S. The seat height S high, 33 inches, carries more than 848 new to the, making footrest gently.
Most of these changes include making the new 848 the best companion for the Streetfighter a runner who is more concerned about the competence of the Streetfighter streetbike as useful and less in the improving performance of the model S.
Higher than the handlebars, for example, to relieve some pressure on the wrists of the pilot allow more time in the saddle. Since Ducati did not go so far as to change the seating position, myself, this additional leverage is often used to keep a safe distance from the fuel tank and the horse. The combination of very narrow tank / seat junction and the seat can be tilted down a rough road driving testicle, painful experience.
Flat, closed, of course, race course, as the brand new Autodromo di Modena (848 Street Fighter press intro of the song was the first official act), a narrow seat / tank allows for a rapid phase, semi-to-side switching.
Complaints have been the origin of Street Fighter right ankle a cyclist was forced uncomfortable away from the bike due to an edge of exhaust heat. Ducati addressed this on 2012 848 SF by adding a 10mm spacer on the right footrest. Yes, the ankle does not feel in a strange angle, but the change has won a degree of angle on a bike that hit the runners toe sliders for asphalt, along with placing a knee on the ground.
Higher than the handlebars, for example, to relieve some pressure on the wrists of the pilot allow more time in the saddle. Since Ducati did not go so far as to change the seating position, myself, this additional leverage is often used to keep a safe distance from the fuel tank and the horse. The combination of very narrow tank / seat junction and the seat can be tilted down a rough road driving testicle, painful experience.
Flat, closed, of course, race course, as the brand new Autodromo di Modena (848 Street Fighter press intro of the song was the first official act), a narrow seat / tank allows for a rapid phase, semi-to-side switching.
Complaints have been the origin of Street Fighter right ankle a cyclist was forced uncomfortable away from the bike due to an edge of exhaust heat. Ducati addressed this on 2012 848 SF by adding a 10mm spacer on the right footrest. Yes, the ankle does not feel in a strange angle, but the change has won a degree of angle on a bike that hit the runners toe sliders for asphalt, along with placing a knee on the ground.
Faced with two beds, radially mounted Brembo brakes and 320 mm provide good stopping power, and will not fade during our two-track sessions, but you feel adjustable lever is a bit 'vague.
In the back of the bike to a fully adjustable Sachs shock attaches to a cast aluminum single-sided. 5.5 inches of the rim has a new 180/60 ZR17 Pirelli Diablo Corsa tires. The new tire size allows a larger contact area on the radio, and Pirelli said to improve the buffering capacity to deliver improved ride comfort. With a compound of the Superbike World on the right and left, pulling the tires never been in question.
In the back of the bike to a fully adjustable Sachs shock attaches to a cast aluminum single-sided. 5.5 inches of the rim has a new 180/60 ZR17 Pirelli Diablo Corsa tires. The new tire size allows a larger contact area on the radio, and Pirelli said to improve the buffering capacity to deliver improved ride comfort. With a compound of the Superbike World on the right and left, pulling the tires never been in question.
848 Fighter Street Fighter is available in yellow, red Ducati and Dark Stealth, but every color wheel remains stunner. Aggressive sex appeal of this bike is undeniable, and if you can manage some quirks, 848 Street Fighter should provide a wonderful companion.
Except for an unfortunate tank / seat time, seat position offers plenty of legroom and a respectable distance from the seat footrests. Handlebar top will help keep the weight off the rider on his back and stood up passengers at a distance running boards to ease the discomfort in the right foot of the pilot.
Except for an unfortunate tank / seat time, seat position offers plenty of legroom and a respectable distance from the seat footrests. Handlebar top will help keep the weight off the rider on his back and stood up passengers at a distance running boards to ease the discomfort in the right foot of the pilot.
Self does not want to spend most of the afternoon, Street Fighter, but the rider looking for weekend Carver competent and randomly monitor the daily tool of Street Fighter is all that attractive unit.