Ducati 999R Xerox

Ducati 999R Xerox
Manufacturer	Ducati
Predecessor	Ducati 999
Successor
Parent company	Ducati Motor Holdings, SpA
Class	Race replica
Platform	trellis frame
Engine	L-twin, 4 valves per cylinder Testastretta Desmodromic; liquid cooled
Transmission	6-speed
Rake	23.5° - 24.5°
Trail
Wheelbase	1420 mm / 55.9 in
Length
Width
Seat height	780 mm / 30.7 in
Dry weight	181 kg / 399 lb
Wet weight
Fuel economy
Fuel capacity	15.5 L / 4.1 US gal (includes 3 L / 0.8 US gal reserve)
Related	Ducati 999
Similar

The Ducati 999R Xerox motorcycle is a special version of the Italian Ducati 999 motorcycle created to comply with the slightly different rule set of the North American AMA Superbike Championship.

Description

Because the North American AMA Superbike Championship that Ducati competes in has more stringent rules than European championships with regard to modifying mechanical parts and chassis, production models need to more closely match the racing bikes. This is good news for Ducatisti (dedicated Ducati fans)

The 999R Xerox is a special with features that distinguish it from the standard 999R model: Öhlins forks with black sleeves, anodised black footpegs and top yoke, Öhlins adjustable 'Racing' rear suspension, radial-mounted front brake callipers, and comes with a racing kit described below. The exhaust silencer is integrated into the monoposto rear, and has a black anodised alloy cover. The paintwork duplicates the official 2005 Superbike World Championship bike graphics, and there is a decals kit that includes the red adhesive wheel rim trim and race replica decals for the upper fairing.

That 150 hp at 9,750 rpm is the most power ever to grace a production Ducati trellis frame, until the subsequent 1098 model. The performance gain compared to other 999 models is attributed to the top end changes where more extreme cam-timing is countered by oversized titanium valves with reduced diameter stems on bronze seats.

The 999R also has titanium valve collets, 12-hole racing injectors, magnesium head covers, carbon fibre timing belt covers with vents and a carbon fibre silencer heat shield.

The light weight of the 999R has been achieved by the use of magnesium parts, including the supports for the front headlight and rear view mirror. The carbon fibre fairing and higher plexiglas screen provides protection even at top speed. The seat has a high-grip covering.

The race kit (“for track use only”) includes a 102 dB Termignoni exhaust, with a horizontal exhaust rear section (no catalytic converter), and a special electronic control unit to match. This improves performance and reduces the weight by 3 kg (7 lb).

Every 999R has a numbered silver plate on the top yoke, and a badge of authenticity comes with the bike.

Specification

Engine

• Type: L-twin, 4 valves per cylinder Testastretta Desmodromic; liquid cooled
• Displacement: 999 cc
• Bore x Stroke: 104 mm x 58.8 mm
• Compression Ratio: 12.5:1
• Power: 110 kW - 150 hp @ 9750 rpm
• Torque: 11.9 kgf·m (86.1 ft·lbf) @ 8000 rpm
• Fuel: Marelli electronic fuel injection with 54 mm throttle body
• Exhaust: Single steel muffler with catalytic converter

Transmission

• Gearbox: 6 speed
• Ratios: 1st 37/15, 2nd 30/17, 3rd 28/20, 4th 26/22, 5th 24/23, 6th 23/24
• Primary drive: Straight cut gears; ratio 1.84
• Final drive: Chain; Front sprocket 15; Rear sprocket 36
• Clutch: Dry multiplate with hydraulic control

Chassis

• Frame: Tube steel trellis
• Wheelbase: 1420 mm / 55.9 in
• Rake: 23.5° - 24.5°
• Front suspension: Öhlins 43 mm upside-down fully adjustable fork with TiN surface treatment, for radial calipers
• Front wheel travel: 120 mm / 4.7 in
• Front brake: 2 x 320 mm semi-floating discs, 4-piston 4-pad radial caliper
• Front wheel: Y-shaped 5-spoke light alloy forged 3.50 x 17
• Front tyre: 120/70 ZR 17
• Rear suspension: Progressive linkage with fully adjustable Öhlins monoshock
• Rear wheel travel: 128 mm / 5 in
• Rear brake: 240 mm disc, 2-piston caliper
• Rear wheel: 5-spoke light forged alloy 5.50 x 17
• Rear tyre: 190/50 ZR 17
• Fuel tank capacity: 15.5 L / 4.1 US gal (includes 3 L / 0.8 US gal reserve)
• Weight (dry): 181 kg / 399 lb
• Seat height: 780 mm / 30.7 in
• Instruments: Speedometer, tachometer, high beam indicator, turn signals, oil pressure warning light, low fuel warning light, neutral light, water temperature, and immobilizer system.
• Colour combinations:(Tank-Frame-Wheels) (Xerox-red-black)
• Versions: Single seat