Ducati 851 Strada

Ducati 851 Strada

The Strada was graced with a 17-inch front wheel greatly improving handling. 29 race replicas of the Lucchinelli machine was also made available to the public.

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Model year
1989
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Make
Ducati
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Engine Power
92.32 HP (67.9 kW) @ 9600 rpm
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Top Speed
225 km/h

Technical Specifications

Engine and transmission

  • Engine type:
    2 cylinders, 4-stroke, 90° V-twin
  • Displacement:
    851 cc (52 cubic inches)
  • Bore × stroke:
    92 mm × 64 mm (oversquare - shortstroke)
  • Cooling system:
    Water cooled
  • Power:
    92.32 HP (67.9 kW) @ 9600 rpm
  • Torque:
    77.48 Nm (7.9 kg-m) @ 6800 rpm
  • Throttle:
    Cable operated
  • Valves
    Valve train:
    SOHC, variable
    Valves per cylinder:
    4
  • Fuel and ignition
    Sparks per cylinder:
    1
    Fuel supply system:
    Carburetor
    Ignition type:
    Analogue CDI (Capacitive Discharge Ign.)
  • Compression:
    10:1
  • Engine mounting:
    Transverse
  • Lubrication system:
    Wet sump
  • Gear box:
    Manual 6-speed
  • Clutch:
    Wet, cable operated
  • Final drive:
    Chain
  • Spark plug pipe type:
    Champion, RA6HC
  • Motor oil:
    Synthetic, 10W/40
  • Starter:
    Electric

Dimensions

  • Wheel base:
    1395 mm
  • Seat height:
    780 mm
  • Weight
    Curb weight:
    225 kg
    Dry weight:
    202 kg

Chassis and suspension

  • Frame type:
    steel, Trellis frame
  • Front
    Suspension:
    Cartridge - upside-down
    Suspension travel:
    120 mm
    Brake:
    Twin Disk, Ø320 mm
    Tire:
    120 / 60 R17 ZR
    Tire pressure:
    2.1 bar
  • Rear
    Suspension:
    mono shock, Swingarm
    Suspension travel:
    136 mm
    Brake:
    Disk, Ø245 mm
    Tire:
    180 / 55 R17 ZR
    Tire pressure:
    2.3 bar

Other

  • ABS available:
    No
  • Power-to-weight ratio:
    0.30 HP/kg (3.31 kg/HP)
  • Top speed:
    225 km/h
  • Fuel capacity:
    20 l
  • Number of riders:
    2 persons

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