With the new 1200 cc maximum displacement for two-cylinders granted, the extra engine modifications allowed two-cylinder machines were surrendered. However, this increase in displacement was not afforded without concessions on the part of Ducati. Ducati prevailed when, in June 2007, the FIM announced that the engine capacity limit would increase to 1200 cc for 2008. Other manufacturers were not happy about racing a bike with a larger engine, especially when that bike belonged to Ducati, which has historically dominated WSBK competition, and Suzuki even threatened to withdraw if the rules were changed.
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The more common version of the bike is called "1098-09 R", which comes with the traditional Ducati red fairing, black chassis, and white sub-frame. Xavier Siméon won the 2009 FIM Superstock 1000 Cup season.Remodelled for 2009For 2009, Ducati took the past success of the 1098 and modified it to honour a racing legend and to improve the performance of the Superbike.Key changes include an upgrade into a 180 hp 90° V-twin "Testastretta Evoluzione" engine, and the inclusion of the Ducati Traction Control for better handling. Ducati have won 14 World Championships since the Superbike World Championship was established in 1988, and secured the manufacturer’s title for the 16th time. Rules for three-cylinder machines remain as before.Ducati won the 20 Superbike World Championship with its 1098 R, along with the 2008 British Superbike Championship.
This model is suitably named "Ducati 1098 R Bayliss Limited Edition". It also allowed for Ducati to sell a few models of the 1098 in a colour scheme very similar to the one that Bayliss' bike used during his successful races in the 2008 Grand Prix, as well as his number "21" on the side. Ducati built the remodelled 1098 to salute the career of Bayliss and his three World Championships.
Twin stainless steel mufflersLightweight 2-1-2 system with catalytic converterand 2 lambda probes. Ducati Data Analyser (DDA) system enabled.Warranty2 years unlimited mileageBody colors (frame/wheels)(Red - Red - Black) (Yellow - Racing grey - Black)(Red - Red - Black) (Midnight Black - Red - Black)(Red - Red - Racing Gold) (Troy Bayliss LE Paint Scheme - Red - Black)VersionsDual seatDual seatSingle seatENGINEType90° V-twin cylinder, 4 valve per cylinder Desmodromic, liquid cooledDisplacement1,099 cc (67.1 cu in)1,198.4 cc (73.1 cu in)Bore x Stroke104 mm (4.1 in) x 64.7 mm (2.5 in)106 mm (4.2 in) x 67.9 mm (2.7 in)Compression Ratio12.5:112.8:1Power160 bhp (119 kW) 9750 rpm180 bhp (134 kW) 9750 rpmTorque90.4 ft·lbf (123 N·m) 8000 rpm99.1 ft·lbf (134 N·m) 7750 rpmFuel injectionMarelli electronic fuel injection, elliptical throttle bodies.ExhaustLightweight 2-1-2 system with catalytic converter and lambda probe. Aluminumsingle-sided swingarmRear wheel travel127 mm (5.0 in)Rear brake245 mm (9.6 in) disc, 2-piston caliperRear wheel10-spoke light alloy 6 in (152.4 mm) x 17 in (431.8 mm)10-spoke forged light alloy 6 in (152.4 mm) x 17 in (431.8 mm)Rear tire190/55 ZR17 (Pirelli Dragon Supercorsa Pro tire)Fuel tank capacity15.5 L (4.1 US gal) (of which 4 L (1.1 US gal) reserve)Dry weight173 kg (381 lb)171 kg (377 lb)165 kg (364 lb)Seat height820 mm (32.3 in)InstrumentsDigital MotoGP derived unit displaying: Speedometer, rev counter, clock, scheduled maintenance warning, warning light for low oil pressure, fuel level, oil temperature, fuel reserve, trip fuel, neutral, turn signals, average speed, average fuel consumption, remaining fuel meter, immobilizer. Aluminum single-sided swingarmProgressive linkage with fully adjustable ÖhlinsTTXR monoshock with top-out spring. Aluminumsingle-sided swingarmProgressive linkage with fully adjustable Öhlinsmonoshock with top-out spring. Other additions to the 1098 R Bayliss LE include carbon fibre heat shield on the exhaust and 5-spoke wheels (similar to Bayliss' original).It then went on to win a second world title with Carlos Checa in 2011.Reviews and awardsThe SWA (Supertest World Association) awarded the 1098 the "Best Bike of the Year" award for 2008"International Bike of the Year 20" by the choices of the world's moto-journal communities as well as journalists"Best of Show" reward in Italy and abroad"Best Design" and "Best Sportbike" awarded by the Motorcycle Design Association"Bike of the Year" 2007 award given by magazines Moto, Australian Motorcycle News and Motorrad"Sportbike of the Year" 2008, Cycle WorldSpecificationsAll specifications are manufacturer claimed unless noted otherwise:10981098 S1098 RCHASSISFrameTubular steel Trellis frame in ALS 450Wheelbase1,430 mm (56.3 in)Rake24☃0' / 24,5☏ront suspensionShowa 43 mm (1.7 in) with TiO fully adjustable upside-down forkÖhlins 43 mm (1.7 in) fully adjustable upside-down fork with TiNFront wheel travel127 mm (5.0 in)120 mm (4.7 in)Front brake2 x 330 mm (13.0 in) semi-floating discs, radially mounted Brembo Monobloc calipers 4-piston, 2-pad.Front wheel5-spoke in light alloy 3.5 in (88.9 mm) x 17 in (431.8 mm)5-spoke in forged light alloy 3.5 in (88.9 mm) x 17 in (431.8 mm)Front tire120/70 ZR17 (Pirelli Dragon Supercorsa Pro tire)Rear suspensionProgressive linkage with fully adjustable Showamonoshock.
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