Ducati Mach 1
Appearance
Manufacturer | Ducati Meccanica |
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Production | 1965-1969 |
Predecessor | Ducati Elite 200cc |
Class | Standard |
Engine | 4-stroke single-cylinder, 248.5 cc, 10:1 compression, 74 mm x 57.8 mm, contact breaker ignition with a single Dell'Orto SS29 carburettor. |
Power | 24 hp (18 kW) @ 8500 rpm |
Transmission | 5 speed, wet clutch type. |
Frame type | Single, open cradle frame in tubular steel |
Suspension | Front: Telescopic forks, rear: Swinging arm rear suspension with twin, 3-way adjustable shocks. |
Brakes | Front: 180 mm (7.1 in) drum type, rear: 160 mm (6.3 in) drum type |
Tires | Front: 2.50 x 18”; Rear: 2.75 x 18” |
Wheelbase | 1350 mm (53.15") |
Dimensions | L: 2000 mm (78.75") W: 590 mm (23.25") |
Seat height | 760 mm (29.9") |
Weight | 116 kg (255.2 lbs) (dry) |
The Ducati Mach 1[1]was a 250cc single-cylinder engine motorcycle, the fastest 250 road bike at the time. It was capable of just over 100 mph (160 km/h) in full road going trim (lights and silencer). Many were converted for racing use, and in the hands of Mike Rogers it gave Ducati a TT win when he won the 250 cc production TT. Nowadays it is one of the most sought after machines among enthusiasts of older bikes.
References
External links
Wikimedia Commons has media related to Ducati Mach I.
- Ducati Mach 1 at Ducati.com Heritage