2008 DUCATI S4RS TRI-COLORE
THE FLAGSHIP
Some of the most sought after Ducati models are the striking 'Tricolore' versions. Models like the F1 750, 851 and more recently the 1098 Tricolore, produced in limited quantities, represented the best-of-the-best and now enjoy legendary status.
For 2008, Ducati will produce a Special Edition S4R S in the bold Tricolore color scheme. True to its legacy, the S4R S Tricolore epitomizes the essential soul of Ducati. Its Italian design heritage is expressed by the colors of the Italian flag and its sporting heart could not be better represented than by the racing technology and absolute racing performance it embraces. The Monster S4R S Tricolore—true to its name—the flagship of the Monster family.
THE "MONSTER SUPERBIKE"The liquid-cooled, 4-valve per cylinder, 998 Testastretta L-Twin engine features a 100 mm bore and short stroke of 63.5 mm to limit average piston speed and allow increased rpm. The result is a staggering 130 hp and 76.6 lb-ft of brute torque.
CHASSIS
| Frame: | Tubular steel Trellis frame |
| Wheelbase: | 1440mm / 56.7in |
| Rake & Trail: | 24° |
| Front Suspension: | Ohlins 43mm fully adjustable upside-down fork with TiN |
| Front Wheel Travel: | 130mm / 5.1in |
| Front Brake: | 2 x 320mm discs, 4-piston 4-pad radial caliper |
| Front Wheel: | Y-shaped, 5-spoke in light alloy 3.50 x 17 |
| Front Tire: | 120/70 ZR17 |
| Rear Suspension: | Progressive linkage with fully adjustable Ohlins monoshock. Aluminium single-sided swingarm. |
| Rear Wheel Travel: | 148mm / 5.8in |
| Rear Brake: | 245mm disc, 2-piston caliper |
| Rear Wheel: | Y-shaped, 5-spoke in light alloy 5.50 x 17 |
| Rear Tire: | 180/55 ZR17 |
| Fuel Capacity: | 3.6 US gal (of which 0.8 US gal reserve) |
| Dry Weight*: | 177kg / 390lbs |
| Seat Height: | 800mm / 31.5in |
| 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 |
ENGINE
| Type: | L-Twin cylinder, 4 valve per cylinder Desmodromic, liquid cooled |
| Displacement: | 998cc |
| Bore and stroke: | 100 x 63.5mm |
| Compression Ratio: | 11.4:1 |
| Power*: | 95.7kw - 130hp @ 9500rpm |
| Torque*: | 76.6 lb-ft - 10.6kgm @ 7500rpm |
| Fuel system: | Marelli electronic fuel injection, 50mm throttle body |
| Exhaust: | 2 aluminium mufflers |
| 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 43 |
| Clutch: | Dry multiplate with hydraulic control |