17 | Hypermotard 950
Ducati Testastretta 11° The Hypermotard 950 mounts the latest evolution Ducati 937 cc Testastretta 11° engine, Euro 5 compliant and delivering overall power of up to 114 HP at 9000 rpm. Torque reaches a peak of 9.8 Kgm at 7250 rpm and traces a flat curve that ensures strong and continuous drive. 80% of the torque is already available at 3000 rpm and this rises to 88% between 5000 and 9500 rpm. The Testastretta 11° is driven by a new 53 mm throttle body and is regulated by an engine control unit and a new Rideby-Wire throttle command designed to offer smooth, easy to manage delivery.
The Hypermotard 950 twin also boasts magnesium clutch and alternator covers, a more lightweight clutch drum, an aluminium belt tensioner, magnesium head covers, and a wet slipper clutch with hydraulic control. The gearbox has been revised to facilitate shifting into neutral when the bike is stationary and to ensure maximum precision when selecting the gears.
