presentation of the 999 R 2005
a true Superbike with turn signals, Ducati's most accomplished machine gets a little facelift for the autumn season. The 2005 999 R takes refinement a step further, raising the bar set by its predecessor. Still made entirely of carbon, the fairing has been slightly reworked around the forkhead: the 2 air vents above the forced-air intakes have disappeared. Protection should improve slightly with the adoption of a higher bubble.
As for the chassis, the Italian factory remains faithful to the (improved) Öhlins suspension and Brembo radial brakes. A new, reinforced swingarm has been added, with an aluminum axle support. New carbon parts reduce dry weight to 181 kg.
Less weight but more power - that's the golden rule, and the 999 R is no exception. The twin produces 11 hp more than the previous version and spits out 150 horsepower. To achieve this, the engineers worked hard on the cylinder head: titanium valves with increased diameter, higher compression ratio, modified valve seats and guides... The electronic control unit has seen its computing power increased, the cylinders are new and gas circulation improved.
The price shouldn't budge, and that's just as well. The 30-bar price tag for this jewel is reserved for the wealthy and privileged (France has only had 11 2004 Ducati 999 R models - I was lucky enough to see one on vacation on the Mediterranean coast). But is it necessary to talk about money to ride Laconi's bike?
M.B - manufacturer's photos
Key facts Ducati 999 R (2005) : What you need to know before you buy
Highlights
- Rareté
- Top-of-the-range equipment
- Sensations
- Efficiency
Weak points
- Recipe
- Physics to take along
Prices
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30,000€
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Performance
- Max speed : over 285 km/h (177.10 mph)
History
Specifications Ducati 999 R 2005
- Chassis
- Frame : tubular steel wire mesh
- Fuel capacity : 15.50 liters (4.09 US gallons)
- Seat height : 780 mm (30.71 in)
- Wheelbase : 1,420 mm (55.91 in)
- Dry weight : 181 kg (399 lb)
- Front axle
- Öhlins telehydraulic upside-down forks Ø 43 mm, Wheel travel : 120 mm (4.72 in)
- Braking 2 Brembo discs Ø 320 mm (12.6 in), radial mounting, 4-piston caliper
- Front tire : 120 / 70 - 17 → Order this type of tire
- Pressure : 2.1 bar
- Transmission
- 6 stage gearbox
- Secondary by chain
- Rear axle
- Öhlins monoshock, Wheel travel : 128 mm (5.04 in)
- Braking 1 Brembo disc Ø 240 mm (9.45 in), 2-piston caliper
- Rear tire : 190 / 50 - 17 → Order this type of tire
- Pressure : 2.2 bar
- Motor
- two-cylinder 90° L-shape , 4 strokes
- Injection Ø 54 mm
- Cooling system : liquid
- 2 ACT, desmodromic
- 4 valves per cylinder
- 999 cc
- 150 ch (147.90 hp) to 9,750 rpm
- 11.90 mkg to 8,000 rpm
- Power-to-weight ratio : 1.22 kg/ch
- Weight / torque ratio : 15.21 kg/mkg
- Compression : 12.5 : 1
- Practical information
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FAQ Your frequently asked questions about the 999 R 2005
- What is the power of the 999 R 2005?
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The 999 R 2005 develops a power of 150 ch (147.90 hp)
- What is the torque of the 999 R 2005?
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The maximum torque of the 999 R 2005 is 11.90 mkg to 8,000 rpm.
- What is the maximum speed of the 999 R 2005?
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The 999 R 2005 is capable of reaching a top speed of over 285 km/h (177.10 mph) on the track.
- What is the weight of the 999 R 2005?
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The 999 R 2005 has a a dry weight of 181 kg (399 lb).
- QWhat is the seat height of the 999 R 2005?
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To ensure good accessibility, the 999 R 2005 offers a minimum seat height of 780 mm (30.71 in).
- What is the price of the 999 R 2005?
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The price of the 999 R 2005 is 30,000€ in France
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But they sell the tools with it, because they say that when you ride hard, you lose the parts of the grinding wheel.....too much vibration it seems, annoying in the middle of 280 to lose his fender, at least for the one behind!!!
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