2010 Ducati Streetfighter S Review
We can barely see a wide array of motorcycles in the market today. Each of them carries a unique and innovative feature that makes them out stand over its competitors. So what points do we usually look at when choosing the perfect bike? Are we considering its head-turning exteriors? Or do we want something raging and runs like a king on the road? Some of the motorcycles of today have similar features and qualities; but as the all-new 2010 Ducati Streetfighter S appears on the scene, this mentality went wrong.
Earlier this year, a press introduction to 2010 Ducati Streetfighter S was held in the borders of Ascari Circuit in Spain. The press release impressed and wowed thousands of viewers who attended the said event. But what they didn't know yet is how strong and wild this Ducati is while running on the road. Some mentioned that this bike was an animal – both its general nature and its ferocity when hard on the gas.
Based on available details, it seems that this Ducati bike was nothing more than a stripped- down and revised replica of the old Ducati Streetfighter. But I went wrong! The 2010 Ducati Streetfighter S carries an awesome features. Its high engine performance, great wheels and brakes, and unique body will definitely captivate the attention people. It's not exactly what we'd describe as beautiful, but its stripped-down appearance of industrial art gives it a real sense of purpose and machinery-ness.
COMPETITION
The Ducati is probably obtaining a high popularity in the world motorcycle market these days. This reality brought a little fear to Borgo-Panigale-based company. However, the Italian giant still continues to innovate and improve, making them an ever-larger PIA for the Big Four, and distancing itself from its domestic competitors. Also, even though produced in a different manner, the 2010 Ducati Streetfighter was often compared to 2008 Benelli TnT 1130. The Benelli scoot was tested before and was concluded to have some unreliability issues making the Ducati praised highly.
EXTERIOR
There is no surprise. The core feature of the Ducati is its tried-and-true liquid-cooled 1099cc L-Twin engine that was also used in the 2008 Ducati 1098 Superbike. Also, like the 1098 version, the cylinders of the 2010 Ducati is 104x64.7 bore/stroke dimensions. Its cylinder head makes use of a four 42mm intake valves and an equal number of 34mm exhaust valves controlled via Ducati's unique valve actuation system. When it comes to the engine's fuel, a pair of Marelli fuel injectors were on duty to pump fuel into the elongated oval-shaped throttle bodies of the bike. And due to the Ducati's unique and impressive frontal appearance, the fuel injectors receives a fresh air through a modified air tract, which results to 5-horsepower decrease in power output.
A choice of eye-catching red and midnight black colors have probably added a more slender look to the Streetfighter. The Streetfighter’s soul is a combination of a fighter attitude and a naked sophistication to create a pure adrenaline. ‘S’ treatment of the Streetfighter pushes its tech spec to the red line. In addition to its innovative exterior, the 2010 Ducati owns a power house that's highly protected by two cooling radiators - carefully curved in a naked style for a more stunning look. The upper radiator is assisted by lightweight, high flow electric fan assemblies while the lower sits in the front of the belly pan, which also houses a highly efficient oil heat exchanger.
The bike's elliptical throttle bodies are equivalent to a diameter of 63.9mm which contributes to the increase in power. The Streetfighter's lightweight crankshaft assembly operates a highly ‘over-square’ bore and stroke with huge 104mm pistons powering through short 64.7mm strokes. Also take into considerations the Ducati's 5-spoke wheels by Marchesini, forged and then machined in lightweight aluminum.
PRESS REVIEWS
"This is as it should be: the term "streetfighter" originated from the cult of stripping the bodywork from the wildest superbikes then adding high bars to create an urban prowler with superlative handling and power. It's closely based on the 1098/1198 superbikes, which means definitive V-twin engine technology married to a chassis that is essentially the same as the 1198's." - The Telegraph
"..an authentic example of the breed-essentially, a stripped-down 1098 Superbike. But it's not--it's better than that. It's an all-new motorcycle that shares few components with the ancestral Superbike, but it's not another dumbed-down OEM imposter. For starters, the Superbike's brutal power delivery remains intact. Because Ducati developed a naked-bike chassis adequate to control that copious power, the Street-fighter is better than any "authentic" 1098 street-fighter could ever be--and likely the best naked bike to hit the market yet." - Motorcyclist
"..a striking piece of vehicular art, at once brutal and beautiful, muscular but balanced. Ducati claims to have carefully studied the handlebar, seat and footpeg triangle for maximum comfort and control, and it’s really only at the footpegs that some sacrifice of creature comfort has been made." - Smart Cycle Shopper
"What an intoxicating ride. It’s pure muscle, but with all the technological smarts from the Ducati superbike. Nakedbikes have always been generous souls in letting riders explore their limits – well at least it feels like that – but the Streetfighter takes that level of authority to the a new height with features such as traction control (for the S anyway)." - Bikepoint
"The Streetfighter looks like a stripped Ducati 1098 Superbike—lose the faring; shorter fuel tank; lower, farther-forward footpegs; tiny digital dash; higher handlebars closer to rider; smaller tailsection; side-mounted pipes." - Cycleworld
"At 368 pounds dry-almost 22 pounds lighter than the Monster S4Rs-this motorcycle has an aggressive stance and the punch to back it up. It is compact and stripped to the essentials. And with its racing-derived credentials, the new Ducati Streetfighter is clearly going to be a serious fighting force on the street." - motorcyclingmag
PRICE
2010 Ducati Streetfighter S is on the motorcycle market today with a base MSRP of $18,995.00.
Have a seat on this cool motorcycle and notice its racy and forward slanted riding position. Be satisfied in its outstanding performance and slim feeling between your legs. Roll around at parking lot speeds, and you’ll notice how it is much less daunting to operate compared to the Superbike—a definite plus on the road.
SPECIFICATIONS:
Chassis and Dimensions
Frame: Tubular steel Trellis frame in ALS 450
Wheelbase: 1475mm (58.1 in)
Rake: 25.6°
Front suspension: Öhlins 43mm fully adjustable usd forks with TiN
Front wheel travel: 120mm (4.7in)
Front wheel: 5-spoke in forged light alloy 3.50 x 17
Front Tyre: Pirelli Diablo Corsa 3 120/70 ZR17
Rear suspension: Progressive linkage with fully adjustable Öhlins monoshock with top-out spring. Aluminium single-sided swingarm
Rear wheel travel: 127mm (5in)
Rear wheel: 5-spoke forged light alloy 6.00 x 17
Rear tyre: Pirelli Diablo Corsa 3 190/55 ZR17
Front brake: 2 x 330mm semi-floating discs, radially mounted Brembo Monobloc callipers 4-piston, 2-pad
Rear brake: 245mm disc, 2-piston calliper
Fuel tank capacity: 16.5l - 4.4 gallon (US)
Engine
Type: L-Twin cylinder, 4 valve per cylinder Desmodromic, liquid cooled
Displacement: 1099cc
Bore x Stroke:104x64.7mm
Compression ratio: 12.5:1
Power: 155hp (114kW) @ 9500rpm
Torque: 85lb-ft - 115Nm @ 9500rpm
Fuel injection: Marelli electronic fuel injection, elliptical throttle bodies
Exhaust: Lightweight 2-1-2 system with catalytic converter and two lambda probes. Twin stainless steel mufflers
SOURCES:
http://www.motorcycle.com/shoot-outs/2009-streetfighter-comparison-2010-ducati-streetfighter-vs-2008-benelli-tnt-1130-88988.html
http://www.motorcycle.com/manufacturer/ducati/2010-ducati-streetfighter-review-88948.html
http://www.motorcycle-usa.com/103/2892/Motorcycle-Article/2010-Ducati-Streetfighter-First-Ride.aspx
http://www.ducati.com/bikes/streetfighter/streetfighter_s/tech_spec.do
Earlier this year, a press introduction to 2010 Ducati Streetfighter S was held in the borders of Ascari Circuit in Spain. The press release impressed and wowed thousands of viewers who attended the said event. But what they didn't know yet is how strong and wild this Ducati is while running on the road. Some mentioned that this bike was an animal – both its general nature and its ferocity when hard on the gas.
Based on available details, it seems that this Ducati bike was nothing more than a stripped- down and revised replica of the old Ducati Streetfighter. But I went wrong! The 2010 Ducati Streetfighter S carries an awesome features. Its high engine performance, great wheels and brakes, and unique body will definitely captivate the attention people. It's not exactly what we'd describe as beautiful, but its stripped-down appearance of industrial art gives it a real sense of purpose and machinery-ness.
COMPETITION
The Ducati is probably obtaining a high popularity in the world motorcycle market these days. This reality brought a little fear to Borgo-Panigale-based company. However, the Italian giant still continues to innovate and improve, making them an ever-larger PIA for the Big Four, and distancing itself from its domestic competitors. Also, even though produced in a different manner, the 2010 Ducati Streetfighter was often compared to 2008 Benelli TnT 1130. The Benelli scoot was tested before and was concluded to have some unreliability issues making the Ducati praised highly.
EXTERIOR
There is no surprise. The core feature of the Ducati is its tried-and-true liquid-cooled 1099cc L-Twin engine that was also used in the 2008 Ducati 1098 Superbike. Also, like the 1098 version, the cylinders of the 2010 Ducati is 104x64.7 bore/stroke dimensions. Its cylinder head makes use of a four 42mm intake valves and an equal number of 34mm exhaust valves controlled via Ducati's unique valve actuation system. When it comes to the engine's fuel, a pair of Marelli fuel injectors were on duty to pump fuel into the elongated oval-shaped throttle bodies of the bike. And due to the Ducati's unique and impressive frontal appearance, the fuel injectors receives a fresh air through a modified air tract, which results to 5-horsepower decrease in power output.
A choice of eye-catching red and midnight black colors have probably added a more slender look to the Streetfighter. The Streetfighter’s soul is a combination of a fighter attitude and a naked sophistication to create a pure adrenaline. ‘S’ treatment of the Streetfighter pushes its tech spec to the red line. In addition to its innovative exterior, the 2010 Ducati owns a power house that's highly protected by two cooling radiators - carefully curved in a naked style for a more stunning look. The upper radiator is assisted by lightweight, high flow electric fan assemblies while the lower sits in the front of the belly pan, which also houses a highly efficient oil heat exchanger.
The bike's elliptical throttle bodies are equivalent to a diameter of 63.9mm which contributes to the increase in power. The Streetfighter's lightweight crankshaft assembly operates a highly ‘over-square’ bore and stroke with huge 104mm pistons powering through short 64.7mm strokes. Also take into considerations the Ducati's 5-spoke wheels by Marchesini, forged and then machined in lightweight aluminum.
PRESS REVIEWS
"This is as it should be: the term "streetfighter" originated from the cult of stripping the bodywork from the wildest superbikes then adding high bars to create an urban prowler with superlative handling and power. It's closely based on the 1098/1198 superbikes, which means definitive V-twin engine technology married to a chassis that is essentially the same as the 1198's." - The Telegraph
"..an authentic example of the breed-essentially, a stripped-down 1098 Superbike. But it's not--it's better than that. It's an all-new motorcycle that shares few components with the ancestral Superbike, but it's not another dumbed-down OEM imposter. For starters, the Superbike's brutal power delivery remains intact. Because Ducati developed a naked-bike chassis adequate to control that copious power, the Street-fighter is better than any "authentic" 1098 street-fighter could ever be--and likely the best naked bike to hit the market yet." - Motorcyclist
"..a striking piece of vehicular art, at once brutal and beautiful, muscular but balanced. Ducati claims to have carefully studied the handlebar, seat and footpeg triangle for maximum comfort and control, and it’s really only at the footpegs that some sacrifice of creature comfort has been made." - Smart Cycle Shopper
"What an intoxicating ride. It’s pure muscle, but with all the technological smarts from the Ducati superbike. Nakedbikes have always been generous souls in letting riders explore their limits – well at least it feels like that – but the Streetfighter takes that level of authority to the a new height with features such as traction control (for the S anyway)." - Bikepoint
"The Streetfighter looks like a stripped Ducati 1098 Superbike—lose the faring; shorter fuel tank; lower, farther-forward footpegs; tiny digital dash; higher handlebars closer to rider; smaller tailsection; side-mounted pipes." - Cycleworld
"At 368 pounds dry-almost 22 pounds lighter than the Monster S4Rs-this motorcycle has an aggressive stance and the punch to back it up. It is compact and stripped to the essentials. And with its racing-derived credentials, the new Ducati Streetfighter is clearly going to be a serious fighting force on the street." - motorcyclingmag
PRICE
2010 Ducati Streetfighter S is on the motorcycle market today with a base MSRP of $18,995.00.
Have a seat on this cool motorcycle and notice its racy and forward slanted riding position. Be satisfied in its outstanding performance and slim feeling between your legs. Roll around at parking lot speeds, and you’ll notice how it is much less daunting to operate compared to the Superbike—a definite plus on the road.
SPECIFICATIONS:
Chassis and Dimensions
Frame: Tubular steel Trellis frame in ALS 450
Wheelbase: 1475mm (58.1 in)
Rake: 25.6°
Front suspension: Öhlins 43mm fully adjustable usd forks with TiN
Front wheel travel: 120mm (4.7in)
Front wheel: 5-spoke in forged light alloy 3.50 x 17
Front Tyre: Pirelli Diablo Corsa 3 120/70 ZR17
Rear suspension: Progressive linkage with fully adjustable Öhlins monoshock with top-out spring. Aluminium single-sided swingarm
Rear wheel travel: 127mm (5in)
Rear wheel: 5-spoke forged light alloy 6.00 x 17
Rear tyre: Pirelli Diablo Corsa 3 190/55 ZR17
Front brake: 2 x 330mm semi-floating discs, radially mounted Brembo Monobloc callipers 4-piston, 2-pad
Rear brake: 245mm disc, 2-piston calliper
Fuel tank capacity: 16.5l - 4.4 gallon (US)
Engine
Type: L-Twin cylinder, 4 valve per cylinder Desmodromic, liquid cooled
Displacement: 1099cc
Bore x Stroke:104x64.7mm
Compression ratio: 12.5:1
Power: 155hp (114kW) @ 9500rpm
Torque: 85lb-ft - 115Nm @ 9500rpm
Fuel injection: Marelli electronic fuel injection, elliptical throttle bodies
Exhaust: Lightweight 2-1-2 system with catalytic converter and two lambda probes. Twin stainless steel mufflers
SOURCES:
http://www.motorcycle.com/shoot-outs/2009-streetfighter-comparison-2010-ducati-streetfighter-vs-2008-benelli-tnt-1130-88988.html
http://www.motorcycle.com/manufacturer/ducati/2010-ducati-streetfighter-review-88948.html
http://www.motorcycle-usa.com/103/2892/Motorcycle-Article/2010-Ducati-Streetfighter-First-Ride.aspx
http://www.ducati.com/bikes/streetfighter/streetfighter_s/tech_spec.do
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