Ducati 796 Hypermotard
Hours after its first showing at the 2005 Milan International Motorcycle show, the Hypermotard was awarded "Best of Show" and became an instant hit in Italy. Today the legend continues.
Ducati's Hypermotard family will expand for 2010 with the addition of the exciting new Hypermotard 796.
Just as aggressively striking as the 1100, the new Hypermotard 796 features a lower seat height and brand new smooth and flexible engine to make it the perfect urban assault vehicle. Whether it's working the daily commute or attacking the open roads, the 796 will ride the common ground between manners and madness by mixing Ducati's unrivalled twin cylinder power and sportbike heredity with the lightweight and minimalist supermotard concept.
The 796 weighs in at just 167kg, partly achieved by a lightweight engine, but also by continued chassis development that includes redesigned top and bottom fork clamps and an improved frame layout which eliminates almost all of the forged elements previously used with the 1100. At 825mm, the seat height of the 796 is a sure footed 20mm lower than the 1100 and, when combined with the new engine's smooth power delivery, this Hypermotard inspires confidence however and wherever it's ridden.
The completely new Ducati 796 engine, which conforms to Euro 3 regulations, produces 59.6kW of power and 55.7lb-ft (7.7kgm) of torque with the smooth and economic rideability expected from all Desmodue L-Twins.
The engine is equipped with an APTC 'wet' clutch to give a slipper' type action that prevents destabilisation of the rear end during aggressive down shifting and also gives the extra benefit of a super light feel at the lever, a great advantage in stop start city traffic or during longer journeys.
The new 796 comes in an urban style dark finish with matte black tank and beak section, black frame and black wheels or, alternatively, matte white tank with contrasting matte black beak, black frame and black wheels. For the purists, an 1100 look alike red tank with matching beak section, red frame and black wheels gives the 796 a traditional livery.
A brand new Ducati engine The 796 engine isn't just a 'stroked' 696 - it's a completely brand new Desmodue power unit. A new crankshaft designed around lightweight 848 type flywheels, spin with a 66mm stroke instead of the 696's 57.2mm, helping to maximise power to an impressive 59.6kW @ 8000rpm and torque to 75.5Nm @ 6250rpm while maintaining the smooth and enjoyable character, famous of all Desmodromic L-Twins. To protect power delivery and maintain optimum efficiency, an oil cooler similar to the 1100 is used, adding even more family resemblance to its bigger brother.
Helping to increase the Hyper-motard 796's agility even further, the fully redesigned crank cases save an incredible 1.2kg over the 696 castings, and are responsible for the major part of the impressive 1.9kg total saving over the 696 power unit. The clutch and alternator outer casings of the new engine are finished in an 1100 style carbon grey.
Breathing through a revised airbox intake duct and fed through 45mm throttle bodies, the 803cc swept volume is compressed to a ratio of 11:1 - compared to the 696's 10.7:1 - before being injected and ignited with Siemens controlled electronics. The 2-1-2 catalytic exhaust system uses an efficient pre-silencer configuration with twin lambda probes providing finer fuel mapping and Euro 3 conformity. The system's light weight and compact design is achieved by using 1mm thick tubing and terminates in Ducati's trademark twin under seat, black exhaust mufflers, stylishly contrasted with great looking aluminium end caps.
An APTC 'wet' clutch gives a 'slipper' type action that prevents destabilising of the rear end under aggressive down shifting. The 21-plate oil-bath clutch (11 friction and 10 steel) represents a power enhancing weight reduction over the 'dry' system as well as having a quieter operation and requiring less maintenance.
The new Hypermotard 796 engine combines all recent advances in Ducati's ongoing design, manufacture and production quality campaigns to offer competitive service intervals of 12,000 kilometres.
While its motard feeling is enhanced by wide bars and handguards, the 796's minimalist image is further characterised with the orange back-lit Streetfighter style digital instrumentation and switch gear.
Instrumentation is clean and purposeful.
The slim-line switch bodies house easy to use switches and buttons and feature a unique weapons like 'trigger catch' that slides down to cover the starter button when the kill switch is activated.
Accessories
Carbon homologated silencer kit
2 into 2 carbon silencer kit with titanium end caps. This dual silencer system is homologated for road use, and includes a dedicated ECU and air filter cover.
Carbon fuel tank cover
The carbon fibre fuel tank cover enhances the sleek style of the bike. Its visual impact is immediate, adding a bold personalised touch to the bike.
Carbon number plate holder
Designed for the back of the Hypermotard, this carbon fibre licence plate holder comes complete with plate light and the necessary components to reposition the rear indicators.
Carbon low front mudguard
This low, front mudguard in carbon fibre gives the Hypermotard an even more aggressive appearance.
Carbon fibre rear mudguard with chain guard
The rear mudguard in carbon fibre comes with a chain guard that adds to the sporty yet clean lines of the Hypermotard.
Carbon front sprocket cover frame
The carbon sprocket cover frame provides protection and gives the lower part of the bike a stylish edge.
Lower seat
Lower, comfortable seat. The specific shape and padding made of foam materials in varying densities ensures a high level of comfort.
Slider for footpeg
Teflon slider that can be fitted under foot peg to protect it against rubbing on asphalt during the most demanding bends.
Anodised billet aluminium oil filler plug - red
The anodised billet aluminium oil filler plug adds an eye-catching touch to the bike.
Rear luggage rack
Rear luggage rack in black anodised aluminium, ideal for holding the rear soft bag and for using the multi purpose elastic net. Its black colour, size and finishing make it a perfect match for the bike's style without disturbing the aesthetics.
Quick glance history
November 2005: Prototype Hypermotard 1100 shown at Milan International Motorcycle Show. Awarded 'Best of Show'.
November 2006: Production Hypermotard 1100 and 1100 S launched at Milan International Motorcycle show.
May 2007: Hypermotard 1100 and 1100 S were launched to the press and at the same time arrived in showrooms as an early release model year 2008.
November 2008: Model year 2009 Hypermotard 1100 updated with an additional colour option of pearl white. Hypermotard 1100 S with an additional colour option of black and DDA kit supplied as standard equipment. The Hypermotard 1100 S takes victory at Pike's Peak International Hill Climb, Colorado (1200cc category).
October 2009: "Hypermotard" family expands with the release of new model year 2010 Hypermotard 796.
