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The 1986 Ducati Pantah 650SL and 1993 Ducati 888 represent two chapters in Ducati's storied history.
The 1986 Ducati Pantah 650SL from Italy was powered by a 649cc SOHC L-twin belt producing 56hp at 8000rpm. Weighing 168.0kg (370 lbs) and with a seat height of 790mm, it was aimed at sportbike riders.
The 1993 Ducati 888 by contrast offered 888cc of DOHC L-twin Desmo power, delivering 109hp at 9500rpm. Tipping the scales at 185.0kg (408 lbs) with a top speed of 255km/h (158 mph), it offered a distinct riding experience. 1980s motorcycles are the rising stars of the collector market. Early sportbikes and final-generation air-cooled models are gaining strong interest.
The 1986 Ducati Pantah 650SL from Italy was powered by a 649cc SOHC L-twin belt producing 56hp at 8000rpm. Weighing 168.0kg (370 lbs) and with a seat height of 790mm, it was aimed at sportbike riders.
The 1993 Ducati 888 by contrast offered 888cc of DOHC L-twin Desmo power, delivering 109hp at 9500rpm. Tipping the scales at 185.0kg (408 lbs) with a top speed of 255km/h (158 mph), it offered a distinct riding experience. 1980s motorcycles are the rising stars of the collector market. Early sportbikes and final-generation air-cooled models are gaining strong interest.
Specifications Comparison
| 1986 Ducati Pantah 650SL | 1993 Ducati 888 | |
|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 649 cc | 888 cc |
| Power | 56 hp | 109 hp |
| Torque | 52.0 Nm | 86.0 Nm |
| Cylinders | 2 | 2 |
| Top Speed | 185 km/h | 255 km/h |
| Quarter Mile | — | — |
| Dry Weight | 168.0 kg | 185.0 kg |
| Wet Weight | 183.0 kg | 200.0 kg |
| Seat Height | 790 mm | 790 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.0 L | 16.0 L |
| Gears | 5 -speed | 6 -speed |
The Verdict
Comparing these two Ducati machines reveals the brand's evolution. The 1986 Ducati Pantah 650SL laid the groundwork with 56hp, while the later 1993 Ducati 888 pushed output to 109hp. From a collector's perspective, the 1993 Ducati 888 holds the edge with a 7/10 rating. Either way, both are worthy additions to any Ducati collection.
About the 1986 Ducati Pantah 650SL
The 1986 1986 Ducati Pantah 650SL is a 649cc twin-cylinder sport bike that became one of Ducati's most memorable motorcycles of the 1980s.
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The 1993 1993 Ducati 888 packs a 888cc DOHC L-twin Desmo engine with 109hp into a sport bike package from Ducati.
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