Ducati Mach 1

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1965 Mach 1 (Concept version)
Manufacturer	Ducati Meccanica
Production	1965-1969
Predecessor	Ducati Marianna
Successor
Parent company
Class	Standard
Platform
Engine	4-stroke single-cylinder, 248.5 cc, 10:1 compression, 74 mm x 57.8 mm, contact breaker igntion with a single Dell'Orto SS29 carburettor.
Power	24hp @ 8500 rpm
Torque
Tires	Front: 2.50 x 18”; Rear: 2.75 x 18”
Transmission	5 speed, wet clutch type.
Suspension	Front: Telescopic forks, rear: Swinging arm rear suspension with twin, 3-way adjustable shocks.
Frame	Single, open cradle frame in tubular steel
Brakes	Front: 180mm drum type, rear: 160mm drum type
Rake	24°30' / 24,5°
Trail
Wheelbase	1350 mm (53.15")
Length	2000 mm (78.75")
Width	590 mm (23.25")
Seat height	760 mm (29.9")
Dry weight	116 kg (255.2 lbs)

The Ducati Mach 1 motorcycle was a milestone in Ducati's history. The Mach 1, with its 250 cc-class single-piston engine, was the fastest road bike at the time. Popular in racing, it was clocked at 107.2mi/h in the Isle of Man Production TT in 1968 running in full road going trim (lights and silencer). The following year in the hands of Mike Rogers it gave Ducati their first TT win when he won the 250 cc production TT. It is said that it could achieve speeds up to 270km/h in modified form.