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This is the link between standard production bikes and the racingworld. With the best that technology can offer, it stands out thanks toeven more advanced technical solutions, starting with a highperformance big bore/short stroke Testastretta engine, producing evenhigher RPM limits and 139 Hp. The carbon fibre is the result of extensive wind tunnel testing and theexclusive nature of the motorcycle is reinforced by the limited editionnumbered plate affixed to the fork yoke.

The rear shock absorber and fork are by ?hlins, adjustable forpre-load, plus rebound and compression damping. The 43 millimetrediameter fork stanchions have undergone a titanium-nitride treatmentfor improved suspension response and the special front fork lowersallow the mounting of the radial callipers. The Brembo Marchesiniwheels are made from an aluminium alloy that is forged in a processthat is the same as used for the production of racing wheels, creatinga wheel of higher torsional rigidity and lower weight.

The Testastretta engine fitted in the 999R chassis is especiallydesigned for track use and makes 139 HP at 10.000 RPM with 11 kgm oftorque at 8.000 RPM. The 999R is delivered to the customer completewith a kit for track use only. It includes a Termignoni 102 Db exhaust,with horizontal rear half-manifold without catalytic converter and adedicated electronic control unit, which reduces weight by three kilos(6.6 lbs.) while improving performance.



Ducati`s 999R Specifications :

With the arrival of the 2005 model, the differences between the 999R and Ducati`s competition bikes have almost disappeared.