Official Ducati Descriptions

Parts Catalogue

(US, 2004)

 Official Ducati Descriptions

2004 Description: (click here for 2005/2006)

For those focused directly on competition, the 749R is the ideal solution. It is a perfect racing machine, with a Testastretta series engine and chassis specifically developed to ensure top competitiveness on the racetrack. The considerable use of special materials, from magnesium to carbon fiber to titanium, make this motorcycle extra-light and extremely effective.

Every 749R is "signed" with a numbered silver plate on the steering head, which adds yet another exclusive touch to one of the most original bikes on the current worldwide motorcycling scene. The front suspension is also very high quality: an Öhlins upside-down fork with tubing 43 millimeters in diameter, with titanium nitride treatment for smoother sliding. In addition to being fully adjustable, the fork has a special foot to allow radial fastening of the brake calipers.

The twin-cylinder of the Testastretta series was also developed to encourage the racing use of the 749R. The 118 HP at 10,250 rpm, and 8.31 kgm at 8,250 rpm are the result of a long process that begins with shortening the stroke and increasing the bore. The new slipper clutch, which has been specifically developed for racing use, stops the rear wheel locking up under extreme braking conditions typical of track riding. Also made of titanium are the connecting rods, while the head covers are made of magnesium and the belt covers are carbon fiber, equipped with forced ventilation to aid in cooling.

The use of titanium in the production of the valves represents a totally new innovation for Ducati motorcycles. In fact, the 749R is the first Ducati ever to make use of such technology. Titanium valves reduce weight and the mass of moving parts significantly, resulting in a reduction of reciprocating force and stress on the valve train. Valves of lower mass being actuated by the same profile cam results in higher valve-acceleration and therefore safely permits the use of a cam using a competition profile.

2005 & 2006 Descriptions:

A SPORTS BIKE WITHOUT COMPROMISE. The 749R, designed to race in the World Supersport Championship, is an outstanding racing machine. It features the most powerful mid-size Testastretta engine produced by Ducati together with a state-of-the-art chassis set up, both developed specifically for top track performance.

The 749R is driven by a mighty twin-cylinder Testastretta engine created especially for racing. The 121 hp at 10,500 rpm has been achieved through full race tuning, and shortening the piston stroke while increasing the bore to 94 mm, up from the 90 mm of the 749 and 749s, thus enabling the engine to run at higher rpm. The slipper clutch is also racing derived and prevents the rear wheel from locking during track style downshifting and heavy engine deceleration.

This Testastretta twin-cylinder engine has been created using the best materials: titanium valves, valve retaining collets and connecting rods, magnesium head covers and carbon fiber belt covers that feature a ventilation system to enhance belt cooling. The feather-weight crankshaft and high resistance aluminum alloy pistons complete the array of top notch components.

One of the unique features of this model is the rear suspension linkage, with flat rising rate as used on competition Ducatis, that is suited to extreme track use and a single-seat set up. The lower rising rate produces linear performance throughout the stroke with less rigidity at high ranges, typical of high-speed cornering experienced on the track. The suspension works in partnership with a fully adjustable Öhlins rear shock absorber, with a shorter stroke than in the standard version (down from 71 to 56 mm) and with a heavier spring, designed especially for this motorcycle and its unique rear suspension.

This model is exclusively available as a single-seater and is finished off with a numbered silver plate on the top yoke.

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Ducati chose the renowned Valencia racetrack in Spain as the proving ground for the 749R's first on-track tests and 2004 Supersport Team Ducati Breil launch. From February 22nd to 24th Testastretta horsepower will be unleashed in Valencia, while the following week will witness the opening of the 2004 World Superbike and Supersport Championships.

The new 749R completes the Ducati Superbike range and marks Ducati's return to the World Supersport championship. The bikes that take part in this championship are purely derived from production models. Very few modifications to the chassis and engine are allowed. The 749R was designed with a single purpose: to race on the track. It's a true racing bike and, with a street legal homologation and plate, it can serve up thrills off-track as well.

Once again it is the technology that makes all the difference, the high quality standard of each individual component, and the ability to transfer racing know-how to a bike destined for the public. Passion and a confidence-inspiring-ride are in the 749R DNA.

The 749R needs no introduction: the twin-cylinder short-stroke Testastretta engine (to reach higher revs) is filled with racing components: from the deep sump to the slipper clutch, from titanium valves to the timing belt cooling system, the 749R achieves maximum performance with no loss of reliability.

Taking a look at the rest of the bike, things only get better: full carbon fiber fairing, aluminum forged wheel rims, radial front brake calipers and a brand new rear swingarm, very similar to that found on the 999R race bike which dominated the World Superbike championship: a light and stiff double-sided structure welded from cast and pressed aluminum parts.

The 749R, born to race in the World Supersport championship, will be available at your Ducati Dealer, beginning the end of February, 2004.

Click HERE to read MCN's article on the 749R

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Technical Information:

(2005 / 2006)

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Official Power Curve

(2004)*

* The data here does not correspond with data on the spec sheets,

which shows 96.5 kW or 118hp

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Official Power Curve

(2005 & 2006)

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Official Technical Comparison 749 vs 749R

(2004)

ENGINE			749			749R

	Type			L twin cylinder, 4 valve per cylinder Desmodromic; liquid cooled			L twin cylinder, 4 valve per cylinder Desmodromic; liquid cooled
	Displacement			748 cc			749 cc
	BorexStroke			90x58,8 mm			94x54 mm
	Compression Ratio			11,7:1			12,7:1
	Power			76 kW - 103 HP @ 10000 rpm			86.5 kW - 118 HP @ 10250 rpm
	Torque			77 Nm - 7,8 kgm @ 8500 rpm			81.5 Nm - 8,31 Kgm @ 8250 rpm
	Fuel injection			Marelli electronic fuel injection, 54 mm throttle body			Marelli electronic fuel injection, 54 mm throttle body
	Exhaust			Single steel muffler with catalytic converter			Single steel muffler with catalytic converter
	Emissions			Euro2			Euro2
Transmission
	Gearbox			6 speed			6 speed
	Ratios			1st 37/15, 2nd 30/17, 3th 28/20, 4th 26/22, 5th 24/23, 6th 23/24			1st 37/15, 2nd 30/17, 3th 28/20, 4th 26/22, 5th 24/23, 6th 23/24
	Primary drive			Straight cut gears; ratio 1,84			Straight cut gears; ratio 2,11
	Final drive			Chain; Front sprocket 14; Rear sprocket 39			Chain; Front sprocket 15; Rear sprocket 35
	Clutch			Dry multiplate with hydraulic control			Dry multiplate with hydraulic control slipper clutch

	CHASSIS			749			749R

	Frame			Tubular ALS450 steel trellis			Tubular ALS450 steel trellis
	Wheelbase			1420 mm / 55,9 in			1420 mm / 55.9 in
	Rake			24,5°			23.5°÷24.5°
	Front suspension			Showa 43 mm upside-down fully adjustable fork			Öhlins upside-down fully adjustable fork with TiN surface treatment, for radial calipers
	Front wheel travel			125 mm / 4,9 in			120 mm / 4.7 in
	Front brake			2 x 320 mm semi-floating discs, 4-piston 4-pad calipers			2 x 320 mm semi-floating discs, 4-piston 4-pad calipers
	Front wheel			New Y-shaped 5 spoke design light alloy 3.50x17			New Y-shaped 5 spoke design light alloy forged 3.50x17
	Front tyre			120/70 ZR 17			120/70 ZR 17
	Rear suspension			Progressive linkage with fully adjustable Sachs monoshock			Progressive linkage with fully adjustable Öhlins monoshock
	Rear wheel travel			128 mm / 5 in			128 mm / 5 in
	Rear brake			240 mm disc, 2-piston caliper			240 mm disc, 2-piston caliper
	Rear wheel			New Y-shaped 5 spoke design light alloy 5.50x17			New Y-shaped 5 spoke design light alloy forged 5.50x17
	Rear tyre			180/55 ZR 17			180/50 ZR 17
	Fuel tank capacity			15,5 l / 4,1 US gal(including 3 l / 0,8 US gal reserve)			18,3 l / 4,8 US gal(including 3 l / 0,8 US gal reserve)
	Weight *			197 kg / 435 lbs			192 kg / 439 lbs
	Seat height			780 mm / 30,7 in			780 mm / 30,7 in
	Instruments			Speedometer, rev counter, high beam indicator, turn signals, oil pressure warning light, low fuel warning light, neutral light, water temperature. Immobilizer			Speedometer, rev counter, high beam indicator, turn signals, oil pressure warning light, low fuel warning light, neutral light, water temperature. Immobilizer
	Warranty			2 years unlimited mileage			2 years unlimited mileage
	Tank Colours			Red, yellow			Red
	Frame and Wheel colours			Metallic grey			Red frame, black wheels
	Versions			One-Two seats			One seats
* = The weight includes battery, lubricants and, where applicable, cooling liquid.

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