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Photo Gallery: 2008 Ducati 848

A Slimmed-Down, Smaller-Engined Iteration of the 1098

By , About.com Guide

If the $15,995 Ducati 1098 or $20,995 Ducati 1098S is too rich for your blood, take a look at the $13,495 Ducati 848. Boasting the same sexy bodywork as its big-engined brother, the 848 features:

  • An 849cc L-twin that produces 134 horsepower and 70.8 lb-ft of torque
  • A dry weight of 370 lbs (which is 11 lbs lighter than the 1098)
  • Radially mounted, 4-piston 320mm Brembo front brakes
  • A fully adjustable Showa 43 mm inverted fork
  • MotoGP-derived instrumentation.
  • Lightweight 2-1-2 underseat exhaust with stainless steel mufflers

Though it lacks the outrageous oomph of the 1098, the 848's agility and light weight make it a compelling alternative.

>>Click here for a review of the 2008 Ducati 848.<<

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  1. Shark Nose2008 Ducati 848
  2. Signal in Mirror2008 Ducati 848
  3. 848 Rear 3/42008 Ducati 848
  4. 848 Rear Brake Pedal2008 Ducati 848
  5. 848... or 849?Ducati 848
  6. Fully Adjustable Showa Rear2008 Ducati 848
  7. Throttle Grip2008 Ducati 848
  8. Biposto2008 Ducati 848
  9. 848 Shifter2008 Ducati 848
  10. Narrow Tank2008 Ducati 848
  11. Singular Swingarm2008 Ducati 848

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