Ducati Desmoquattro Performance Handbook

Author: Ian Falloon
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781610609180
Category : Ducati motorcycle
Languages : en
Pages : 150

Book Description
Ian Falloon, the world's foremost authority on Ducati motorcycles, delivers a performance handbook that is a must-have garage reference for any Ducati rider or enthusiast.This book offers specific tuning tips for Ducati's Desmoquattro superbikes that have ruled the world's streets and racetracks for the past two decades. Readers will uncover a remarkable amount of information, including charts that list specific suggestions for each models system and a section that lists the most productive ways to spend money on a particular model. Ian Falloon offers Ducati fans and fanatics a much-needed reference for getting the most out of their bikes.

Ducati 916

Author: Ian Falloon
Publisher: Haynes Publications
ISBN: 9781859606896
Category : Transportation
Languages : en
Pages : 159

Book Description
This all-color book describes the entire history and development of all racing and production Ducati 916s.

Ducati Desmoquattro Superbikes

Author: Ian Falloon
Publisher: Motorbooks
ISBN: 9780760310939
Category : Transportation
Languages : en
Pages : 128

Book Description
Ducati stunned the world in 1988 when the struggling, small Italian firm unleashed its Desmoquattro -- 8-valve, desmodromic -- Superbike. The bike found success on the world's racetracks right from the start. Road-going versions soon carried that success to the general public, proving this design wasn't just another noisy prototype. The Superbikes -- 748, 851, 888, 916, and 996 -- are now Ducati's best-selling machines in the United States; and the Desmoquattro engine found its way into the company's more pedestrian series such as the Monster roadster and ST4 sport-tour. This is the comprehensive volume on Ducati's ultimate performance motorcycles and replaces the out-of-print Ducati Super Bikes: 851, 888, 916.

Ducati 916

Author: Ian Falloon
Publisher: David and Charles
ISBN: 1787116638
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 361

Book Description
A comprehensive look at the history and development of the 916 Ducati and its 748, 996 and 998 derivatives. Includes the development of the World Superbike racers and the final Testastretta. This updated edition takes the story of the 916 through until its replacement by the 999.

The Complete Book of Ducati Motorcycles

Author: Ian Falloon
Publisher: Motorbooks International
ISBN: 0760350221
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 259

Book Description
From the single-cylinder bikes of the 1950s to the high-performance sportbikes of today, The Complete Book of Ducati Motorcyclesshowcases the entire spectrum of Ducati. Legendary Ducati motorcycles have something of a rags-to-riches story. This Italian motorcycle manufacturer began by selling motorized bicycles to impoverished residents of post-World War II Italy. Today, Ducati is the world's premier manufacturer of street motorcycles whose sales continue to rise year after year. Its svelte, hyper-accelerating motorcycles are two-wheeled wonders that are fluent in the language of speed. The Complete Book of Ducati Motorcycles traces the stunning chronology of the motorcycles dreamed up by Ducati, from the 1950s to present day. Laid out for the first time in encyclopedia form with gorgeous photography and insights from Ducati expert Ian Falloon, this book offers motorcycle enthusiasts a closer look at the craftsmanship, power, and beauty of these extraordinary motorcycles. The book features all of the motorcycles from Ducati's storied history, including the groundbreaking Desmodromic 750 Super Sport, the Mike Hailwood Replica, the Superbike-dominating 916, and the epic Panigale. From the street bikes that gave birth to the very notion of the modern superbike to the racing motorcycles that dominated tracks in Great Britain, Europe, and North America since the latter part of the twentieth century, The Complete Book of Ducati Motorcycles runs the full gamut of sportbikes. It's a collection that demands shelf space in the library of any true motorcycle collector or fan.

Ducati 2-valve V-twins

Author: Mick Walker
Publisher: Crowood Press (UK)
ISBN: 9781861263094
Category : Ducati motorcycle
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
This text charts the development and production of the Ducati 2-Valve V-Twins. A companion volume to Ducati 4-Valve V-Twins, it describes the rise of these machines and the personalities that helped develop them. Topics covered include: the background history of the company; the F1/F3, Paso, Monster, Super Sport and ST2 models; and full specifications and detailed part-by-part engineering.

The Red Baron’s Ultimate Ducati Desmo Manual

Author: Eduardo Cabrera Choclán
Publisher: David and Charles
ISBN: 1787118592
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 1264

Book Description
The secrets of Ducati L-twins with belt-driven cams finally explained in a single DIY-mechanic-friendly manual. This book is the incredibly comprehensive practical manual you have been waiting for!

Race Tech's Motorcycle Suspension Bible

Author: Paul Thede
Publisher: Quarto Publishing Group USA
ISBN: 1610591666
Category : Transportation
Languages : en
Pages : 259

Book Description
The suspension expert’s illustrated, comprehensive troubleshooting guide for dirt, street, and supermoto—with a solution to virtually any problem. Suspension is probably the most misunderstood aspect of motorcycle performance. This book, by America’s premier suspension specialist, makes the art and science of suspension tuning accessible to professional and backyard motorcycle mechanics alike. Based on Paul Thede’s wildly popular Race Tech Suspension Seminars, this step-by-step guide shows anyone how to make their bike, or their kid’s, handle like a pro’s. Thede gives a clear account of the three forces of suspension that you must understand to make accurate assessments of your suspension’s condition. He outlines testing procedures that will help you gauge how well you’re improving your suspension, along with your riding. And, if you’re inclined to perfect your bike’s handling, he even explains the black art of chassis geometry. Finally, step-by-step photos of suspension disassembly and assembly help you rebuild your forks and shocks for optimum performance.

Ducati Monster

Author: Claudio Porrozzi
Publisher: Giorgio Nada Editore Srl
ISBN: 9788879115889
Category : Transportation
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
The Ducati Monster appeared at the end of 1992 and sparked off a new trend in the so-called "naked" (without fairing) segment of the market. With the Monster, powered by its famous and prestigious L-shaped engine, Ducati offered enthusiasts a bike that combined a comfortable ride with outstanding performance. 260,000 Monsters have been sold over the last 20 years, mostly in the United States, France, Germany and Spain as well as Italy. The various versions of the Monster have become the basis for many different interpretations by specialists in the field of personalization. The machine has become a symbol for all kinds of motorcyclists, from the novice to the seasoned rider, from the young to the mature.This book covers the Monster's 20 years of history, availing itself with a wealth of illustrative material made available by Ducati.

Ducati Desmoquattro Twins

Author: Ian Falloon
Publisher: Veloce Publishing
ISBN: 9781845844301
Category : Transportation
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
Here is a book packed with good advice on how to find and maintain a Desmoquattro twin Ducati. From running costs, through paperwork, vital statistics, valuation - this book shows you exactly what to look for when examining a potential Ducati Desmoquattro purchase. Along with a detailed description of all the individual models, there is a comprehensive condition checklist and guide, plus photos of key areas to check and foibles to be aware of. Also includes info on key specifications and useful upgrades that will enable one of these classic machines to be used on a regular basis, and a guide to the market and value - everything you need to buy the Desmoquattro of your dreams.