GT 1000 | Sport 1000 biposto | Sport 1000 S
2008 MSRP $12,995 CDN
Celebrating the essential beauty of the Ducati GT models of the 1970s, the GT 1000 is a bike to be ridden every day, with a balance of two-up comfort and Ducati Desmo Twin performance. As you would expect from a motorcycle inspired by one of the original icons of Ducati, every element and component is built with the highest quality materials and engineered with performance as a priority. Although classically inspired, the GT is a modern Ducati motorcycle, so it is powerful, handles confidently and is exciting to ride.
GT COMFORT
Aboard the GT 1000, the feeling is one of comfort and control. The position is reassuringly upright, reaching to a pair of raised tubular handlebars. A well-padded dual seat, which is now a little lower than last year, features 'Ducati' printed in white proudly on the back. Rider footpegs are placed conservatively forward allowing comfort and good ground clearance at the same time. The GT 1000 is a true two-seater, so the passenger's footpegs are also sensibly placed for all-day comfort.
GT STYLE
The shapes of the GT 1000 are modern interpretations of the classic lines of the original GTs of the 1970s. The rather slim fuel tank features knee cut-outs on the sides and deep sculpting on the top with a chrome fuel cap. Full fenders front and rear are complimented by trim side covers that remind us of the 70's originals. Many of the details like the top crowns, fork caps and handlebar mounts are finished in polished aluminium, and are reflected in the chrome surfaces of the wheels, instrument trim, handlebars and horn covers. Finally, the classic look is completed with chrome exhaust pipes and mufflers, one per side. This year, the GT 1000 introduces a new, classically inspired two-tone color scheme -- a sophisticated classic silver and smoke grey livery.
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Frame: Tubular steel Trellis frame
Wheelbase: 1425mm / 56.1 in
Rake & Trail: 24d
Front Suspension: Marzocchi 43mm upside-down fork
Front Wheel Travel: 120mm / 4.7 in
Front Brake: 2 x 320mm semi-floating discs, 2 piston, 2 pad floating caliper
Front Wheel: Spoke wheel with chromed steel rim, 3.50 x 17
Front Tire: 120/70 R17
Rear Suspension: Twin shock absorbers with adjustable preload
Rear Wheel Travel: 133mm / 5.2 in
Rear Brake: 245mm disc, 1-piston floating caliper
Rear Wheel: Spoke wheel with chromed steel rim, 5.50 x 17
Rear Tire: 180/55 R17
Fuel Capacity: 3.9 US gal ( of which 1 US gal reserve )
Dry Weight*: 185kg / 407lbs
Seat Height: 810mm / 31.8in
Instruments: Electronic panel: speedometer, rev counter, warning light for low oil pressure, indicators for high beam, fuel reserve, turn signals, LCD clock, immobilizer
Warranty: 2 years unlimited mileage
Color combinations (Tank-Frame-Wheels):
Versions: Biposto / Dual seat
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Type: L-Twin cylinder, 2 valve per cylinder Desmodromic, air cooled
Displacement: 992cc
Bore and stroke: 94 x 71.5mm
Compression Ratio: 10.01:1
Power*: 92hp - 67.7kw @ 8000rpm
Torque*: 67.25 lb-ft - 9.3kgm @ 6000rpm
Fuel system: Marelli electronic fuel injection, 45mm throttle body
Exhaust: Chromed, stainless steel exhaust system with one muffler per side
Emissions: Euro 3
Transmission
Gearbox: 6 speed
Ratio: 1st 37/15, 2nd 30/17, 3rd 27/20, 4th 24/22, 5th 23/24, 6th 24/28
Primary drive: Straight cut gears; Ratio 1.84:1
Final drive: Chain; Front sprocket 15; Rear sprocket 39
Clutch: Wet multiplate with hydraulic control
