Ducati 450 Mark 3 Desmo (1970-72) technical specifications

Ducati 450 Mark 3 Desmo is produced in 1970-72. Engine is Four stroke, single cylinder, SOHC, bevel gear driven, displacement 435.7 cc / 26.6 cu in , produces power 18.4 kW / 25 hp @ 6500 rpm. Ducati 450 Mark 3 Desmo weighs 177 kg / 390 lbs. Ducati 450 Mark 3 Desmo has 4 photos.

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Model:	450 Mark 3 Desmo
Years:	1970-72
Engine:	Four stroke, single cylinder, SOHC, bevel gear driven
Capacity:	435.7 cc / 26.6 cu in
Bore x Stroke:	86 x 75 mm
Compression Ratio:	9.3:1
Cooling System:	Air cooled
Induction:	Dell'Orto VHB 29 AD
Spark plug:	Marelli CW260N / Lodge 2HN
Ignition:	Points and coil (electronic from 1973)
Starting:	Kick
Battery:	SAFA 3L3, 13.5 Ah
Max Power:	18.4 kW / 25 hp @ 6500 rpm
Clutch:	Wet, multiplate
Transmission:	5 Speed
Primary Drive Ratio:	2.111:1 (27/57)
Gear Ratios:	1st 2.46 / 2nd 1.73 / 3rd 1.35 / 4th 1.10 / 5th 0.97:1
Final Drive Ratio:	2.666:1
Final Drive:	Chain
Front Suspension:	35 mm Marzocchi telescopic fork
Rear Suspension:	Swingarm, dual Marzocchi shocks, 3-way adjustable
Front Brakes:	180mm Drum
Rear Brakes:	150mm Drum
Front Tyre:	2.75-18
Rear Tyre:	3.00-18
Dimensions:	Length: 2000 mm / 78.7 in Width: 600 mm / 23.6 in Height: 940 mm / 37.0 in
Wheelbase:	1360 mm / 53.5 in
Seat Height:	735 mm / 28.9 in
Dry Weight:	177 kg / 390 lbs
Fuel Capacity:	13 L / 3.4 US gal / 2.9 Imp gal
Road Test:	Bike Magazine