Ducati 450 Desmo (1973-74)
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| Make: | Ducati |
| Model: | 450 Desmo |
| Years: | 1973-74 |
| Engine: | Four stroke, single cylinder, SOHC, bevel gear driven, desmodromic |
| Capacity: | 435.7 cc / 26.6 cu in |
| Bore x Stroke: | 86 x 75 mm |
| Compression Ratio: | 9.5:1 |
| Cooling System: | Air cooled |
| Induction: | Dell'Orto VHB 29 A |
| Spark plug: | Marelli CW260N / Lodge 2HN |
| Ignition: | Points and coil (electronic from 1973) |
| Starting: | Kick |
| Battery: | SAFA 3L3, 13.5 Ah |
| Max Power: | 19.9 kW / 27 hp @ 6700 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: | 2.6:1 (16/42) |
| Final Drive: | Chain |
| Front Suspension: | 35 mm Marzocchi telescopic fork (from 1974: 35 mm Ceriani) |
| Rear Suspension: | Swingarm, dual Marzocchi shocks, 3-way adjustable |
| Front Brakes: | Single 280 mm disc |
| Rear Brakes: | 150 mm Drum |
| Front Tyre: | 2.75-18 |
| Rear Tyre: | 3.00 x 18 or 3.25 x 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: | 130 kg / 286 lbs |
| Fuel Capacity: | 13 L / 3.4 US gal / 2.9 Imp gal |
| Road Test: | Bike Magazine |