Ducati 944 ST2 2002 - Motorcycle specifications, reviews

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Opening up to new horizons is something Bologna thinks about and practices, much to the chagrin of purists. "A Ducati for touring? Inconceivable..." For the "real thing", the Italians from the parent company of the 916 are sports bikes. Period. However, the manufacturer has succeeded in its mission with the ST2. A sporty GT machine that preserves the transalpine character of desmodromic machines. The engineers didn't take a 996 and dress it up differently, grafting suitcases onto it. No, they designed a completely new motorcycle. The trellis frame still holds pride of place, but its design is specific. The fairing is new, with a less aggressive design than the sports bikes, but with a beautiful elegance.

The engine is the usual L-twin, a water-cooled version with 2 valves per cylinder. Although it doesn't have the fire of a Testastretta twin, it's nevertheless pleasant and willing, even offering some flexibility. The machine is welcoming for long rides, although the protection is really just right. Where the ST2 really shines is in comfort, with generous seating and suspension. The machine is easy to handle, even if cornering remains typical of Ducatis. The handling is imperial. Braking is a little more demanding than on a Japanese bike, but not without power. To complete the touring package, there's a full dashboard with digital window, a good range, and matching panniers as an option... A user-friendly Ducati; but where are we going?!? Not quite, because the big boys won't be the better off. An ST4 version with a boiling-hot 916 engine is also available in the catalog.

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Key facts Ducati 944 ST2 (2002) : What you need to know before you buy

Highlights

handling
Engine
consumption

Weak points

Tiresome driving
Position trop sportive
Side stand

Prices

	Basic version
France	10,100€

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Model sold in 1997 1998 1999 2000 2001 2002 2003

Replaced by

ST3 1000 2003

Performance

Max speed : 228 km/h (141.70 mph)
0-100 km/h acceleration : 3.60 s
Average fuel consumption : 6 liters/100km (0.39 mpg)
Estimated range : 383 km (238 miles)
Calculated range until tank is empty, not verified.

Specifications Ducati 944 ST2 2002

Chassis: Frame : Tubular steel mesh; Fuel capacity : 23 liters (6.08 US gallons); Seat height : 820 mm (32.28 in); Length : 2,110 mm (83.07 in); Width : 820 mm (32.28 in); Min height : 1,130 mm (44.49 in); Wheelbase : 1,090 mm (42.91 in); Dry weight : 209 kg (461 lb); Weight when fully loaded : 232 kg (511 lb)

Front axle: Inverted telehydraulic fork , Wheel travel : 130 mm (5.12 in); Braking 2 discs Ø 320 mm (12.6 in), 4-piston caliper; Front tire : 120 / 70 - 17 → Order this type of tire; Pressure : 2.15 bar

Transmission: 6 stage gearbox; Secondary by chain

Rear axle: Mono-damper, Wheel travel : 148 mm (5.83 in); Braking 1 disc Ø 245 mm (9.65 in), 2-piston caliper; Rear tire : 170 / 60 - 17 → Order this type of tire; Pressure : 2.35 bar

Motor: two-cylinder 90° L-shape , 4 strokes; Injection; Cooling system : liquid; 1 ACT; 2 valves per cylinder; 944 cc (Bore x stroke: 94 x 68 mm); 83 ch (81.90 hp) to 8,500 rpm; 8.70 mkg to 6,500 rpm; Power-to-weight ratio : 2.55 kg/ch; Weight / torque ratio : 24.02 kg/mkg; Compression : 10.2 : 1

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Competitors

Honda VFR 800 V-TEC RC 46 II 2002

BMW R 1100 S 2002

Aprilia RST 1000 FUTURA 2002

Triumph 955 SPRINT ST 2002

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Acceleration

Ducati 944 ST2 2002 : 3.6 s

Honda VFR 800 V-TEC RC 46 II 2002 Undisclosed

BMW R 1100 S 2002 : 4.1 s

Aprilia RST 1000 FUTURA 2002 Undisclosed

Triumph 955 SPRINT ST 2002 Undisclosed

Fuel consumption

Ducati 944 ST2 2002 : 6 liters/100km (0.39 mpg)

Honda VFR 800 V-TEC RC 46 II 2002 Undisclosed

BMW R 1100 S 2002 : 7 liters/100km (0.34 mpg)

Aprilia RST 1000 FUTURA 2002 : 8 liters/100km (0.29 mpg)

Triumph 955 SPRINT ST 2002 : 7.60 liters/100km (0.31 mpg)

Range

Ducati 944 ST2 2002 : 383 km (238 miles)

Honda VFR 800 V-TEC RC 46 II 2002 Undisclosed

BMW R 1100 S 2002 : 257 km (160 miles)

Aprilia RST 1000 FUTURA 2002 : 263 km (163 miles)

Triumph 955 SPRINT ST 2002 : 257 km (160 miles)

Torque

Ducati 944 ST2 2002 : 8.7 mkg

Honda VFR 800 V-TEC RC 46 II 2002 : 8 mkg

BMW R 1100 S 2002 : 9.7 mkg

Aprilia RST 1000 FUTURA 2002 : 9.4 mkg

Triumph 955 SPRINT ST 2002 : 10 mkg

Power

Ducati 944 ST2 2002 : 83 ch (81.90 hp)

Honda VFR 800 V-TEC RC 46 II 2002 : 106 ch (104.50 hp)

BMW R 1100 S 2002 : 98 ch (96.60 hp)

Aprilia RST 1000 FUTURA 2002 : 114 ch (112.40 hp)

Triumph 955 SPRINT ST 2002 : 120 ch (118.30 hp)

Power-to-Weight ratio

Ducati 944 ST2 2002 : 2.55 kg/ch

Honda VFR 800 V-TEC RC 46 II 2002 : 2.04 kg/ch

BMW R 1100 S 2002 : 2.37 kg/ch

Aprilia RST 1000 FUTURA 2002 : 1.87 kg/ch

Triumph 955 SPRINT ST 2002 : 1.75 kg/ch

Torque-to-Weight ratio

Ducati 944 ST2 2002 : 24.02 kg/mkg

Honda VFR 800 V-TEC RC 46 II 2002 : 26.63 kg/mkg

BMW R 1100 S 2002 : 23.61 kg/mkg

Aprilia RST 1000 FUTURA 2002 : 22.34 kg/mkg

Triumph 955 SPRINT ST 2002 : 20.7 kg/mkg

Speed

Ducati 944 ST2 2002 : 228 km/h (141.70 mph)

Honda VFR 800 V-TEC RC 46 II 2002 : approximately 240 km/h (149.10 mph)

BMW R 1100 S 2002 : 230 km/h (142.90 mph)

Aprilia RST 1000 FUTURA 2002 : 235 km/h (146 mph)

Triumph 955 SPRINT ST 2002 : 241 km/h (149.80 mph)

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Slow Philou Model 1997

Riding a Yam 600 Fazer in 2000, I set out on the hunt for the bike that would replace it, trying out everything the dealers had to offer. As my tastes became more refined, I leaned more and more towards a sporty tourer, or road bike with a fairing, and thought I'd found THE bike when I tried a Honda VFR 800. Until I tested a Triumph Sprint 955, whose curves dressed in "British racing green" seemed to me very distinguished and the 3-cylinder engine enchanting, so I wanted one. But shortly afterwards, the Ducati ST2 was on trial at all Ducati dealerships (few in fact), and as I'd read a particularly glowing article on the Internet by an owner who'd switched from a VFR 800 to the ST2, curiosity prompted me to go and try it out
I was stunned by this first test ride, to find such sure handling, an engine that pulls so hard between 4000 and 6000 (it was that big torque so pleasant for a long-distance traveler), the pleasure of swallowing corners like never before
Just to be sure I hadn't had a momentary halucination, I repeated the test with an ST2 a week later at a second dealership, then a third again, this time as a duo. No more doubts: the more I rode the ST2, the more certain I became that this bike would one day be mine
And so it was, at the end of 2002, with the purchase of a beautiful new red ST2, complete with its elegant and practical Nonfango traveller's cases. In just over 2 years, with a fuel consumption of 6 liters / 100 km, I put 55,000 km on it without the slightest hitch
None of my motorcycles before or since has given me as much satisfaction as the Ducati ST2, whose only real shortcoming was an extremely poorly-designed fairing that had to be dismantled and, above all, reassembled without a crisis of nerves to maintain the beast. 11/03/2021 09:47 Rating : 5/5 Respond to Slow Philou

bertrand Model 1997

Superb bike, it's my favorite of the few I own (Tomcat/ 100 cbr/ 1100 gex)
It's a joy to ride, with an assertive character, I've rediscovered the pleasures of the 500 xt on the engine braking side, great road holding, the characteristic engine noise where everyone thinks the connecting rods are cast at idle, not greedy for fuel, and what's more, with 4 cones instead of the air filter, it runs on 80% ethanol without adjustment and without over-consumption! A full tank at 20€ for 300 kilometers, what do you think? Chain kit soon 25000 still in good condition (I only use the clutch when starting, otherwise the rest on the fly), the front tire significantly less, rear 12000
I have a st4 to reassemble but I'm taking my time because the st2 is so cool. 04/26/2021 18:00 Rating : 5/5 Respond to bertrand

Avis sur la Ducati 944 ST2

jojo76 Model 2001

I'm here to confirm all the previous opinions, a very lively bike, but not a Ville because it's not at all supple at low revs, but as soon as you get into the revs it knows how to make its owner happy. Good roadholding, very vigorous braking at the front, more progressive at the rear. I've got 40,000 km on the odometer, with no major worries apart from the relatively expensive maintenance at a Ducati dealership. Otherwise, for a bike of its age in 2001, it gives me nothing but pleasure. It's a motorcycle
i don't regret buying it at all, and for a price that's still affordable. 11/19/2020 18:35 Rating : 4/5 Respond to jojo76

Troisième ST2

ST33 Model 2003

After 100,000 km in a Ducati 907 I.E, I switched to its replacement.
A new 1997 ST2, first model, a few odds and ends taken under warranty. After 40,000 km, no more problems until 187,000, alternator burnt out. I sell it as spare parts.
The defects of the first models were corrected from 2000 onwards. Changed for a 2003 with 15,000 km, no problems, 186,000 km today (except water pump seal at 176,000). Currently for sale
I'm continuing with a 2003 model sold in 2005, bought at 48,000 km, 75,000 km to date. A bit of an overhaul to do, as it was mistreated by the previous owners
I've criss-crossed the length and breadth of Europe (as a duo, then solo now, and I can't get enough of this bike). I do all the maintenance myself. 03/08/2020 01:27 Rating : 5/5 Respond to ST33

Fanou Model 2003

I've owned a 2002 St2 since April 2016, and have clocked up just over 20,000 kms on it (it has 71,000 kms to date), having bought it from a friend (a first hand purchase)
even if it's not very powerful, the engine is very endearing, full of character, and that sound!!! very maneuverable, excellent roadholding, which is more very comfortable to cut the road, 900 kms in one day at its handlebars have not caused me any problems or pain
The only problem, which never left me on the side of the road, was a leaking water pump shaft seal (the water was leaking into the oil sump), which was repaired by a mechanic friend of mine, because the network was not very extensive and the prices were quite high. I try to do the maintenance myself, otherwise
I'm not a sectarian, I've got a Honda CB 1000 Big One in parallel, a bike that's diametrically opposed, you can feel that the Ducat lives, rumbles, vibrates, another motorcycle philosophy, both suit me 12/16/2019 16:46 Rating : 4/5 Respond to Fanou

superpap Model 1997

Bjr,
i just bought a 2001 model with 38000 kms. i did the overhaul myself (except injection but it's coming). with a bit of information, the maintenance can be done very well by soignaux (total cost of this big overhaul:150 euros)
driving sensations: great engine, comfort (especially coming off a sv 650), protection, fuel consumption
roadholding:a little confusing at first, but you soon get used to it
drawback: it doesn't like the city: you have to play with the clutch all the time, and it heats up very quickly
in short, a Ducati that's easy to live with on a daily basis 06/18/2008 22:46 Rating : 5/5 Respond to superpap

Guigui Model 1997

Hello everyone,
i can confirm that resale is very difficult..
Fastidious maintenance (clutch, hydraulic receiver seal, altener burnout, engine mounting bolt out of order...) apart from that, there are some who find it reliable..
Other than that, it feels great... well, when it works
I'm going to buy another TDM 06/01/2006 14:10 Rating : 5/5 Respond to Guigui

claudegmt Model 1997

I've had a st2 since december 2003
Nothing to say, 12500km of happiness
Small downside, the dealerships in Rp who make their money on MO time
Found an off-grid garage that will now take care of my beauty
06/13/2005 09:33 Rating : 5/5 Respond to claudegmt

Christophe Model 1997

Lots of mechanical problems (99 model, I hear the newer models are better???). I miss a bit the serenity of a Japanese with which you could ride without wondering if you were going to get on the bike or on the tow truck. Good engine. 12/25/2004 23:26 Rating : 5/5 Respond to Christophe

Vittecoq J Model 1997

I bought it two months ago and I'm very happy with it. I feel a bit out of my league with this type of bike, I have to say that when I was a kid there was a desmo down the street from me and it's true that the noise... 12/25/2004 23:26 Rating : 5/5 Respond to Vittecoq J

eran Model 1997

I've had my ST2 for 2 months. I was riding a TDM 900. Apart from my digital screen which took water...no problem...the repair is taken care of by DUCATI. I've always dreamed of becoming a Ducati rider, and now I'm wondering how I'm going to get to sit on a Japanese bike again. The sensations are unique, the sound of my DUCATI PERFORMANCE is bewitching, and the bike is diabolically precise. I bought the bike with MICHELIN PILOT ROAD tires...I'll be fitting METZELER Z6s, which are more playful and irreproachable when the going gets rough. My ST2 is fitted with a DUCATI high bubble...perfect! In short, I'm crazy about this bike, and I'll only trade it in for an ST4 S! 12/25/2004 23:26 Rating : 5/5 Respond to eran

jp Model 1997

I have a 2001 model bought in February 2004 with 18,000km. Fortunately, it was under warranty, as the rear amorto started leaking until it ran out of fuel. Another problem at the moment is temporary loss of power (fuel filter, spark plugs, etc.). In spite of everything, I don't regret my purchase, as it's a pleasure beast if you're not obsessed by the ultimate km/h. It just needs more attention than my previous Japanese models to keep it in tip-top shape. Hi 12/25/2004 23:25 Rating : 5/5 Respond to jp

STREETMAN Model 1997

WITHOUT WANTING TO OPEN A FORUM HERE, THIS KIND OF DETAIL IS VERY INTERESTING, EVEN ESSENTIAL WHEN THE DAY OF RESALE ARRIVES... THE BLIND MAGIC OF DUCATI SOMETIMES FASCINATES HIM... 12/25/2004 23:25 Rating : 5/5 Respond to STREETMAN

SESSON J-P Model 1997

GOOD SPOUT; BUT BEWARE RESALE VERY DIFFICULT!! IF NOT IMPOSSIBLE MINE IS ON SALE ON THE INTERNET FOR 3 MONTHS AND IN DEPOT SALE AT THE CONCESSIO FOR A MONTH (NO OTHER BRAND TAKES THIS KIND OF MODEL) OTHERWISE WEAR CONSUMABLES AND GASOLINE VERY RESONNABLE!! 12/25/2004 23:25 Rating : 5/5 Respond to SESSON J-P

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