1986 Ducati Pantah 650SL

In 1986, Ducati launched the 1986 Ducati Pantah 650SL — a sport bike that would come to define an era of motorcycling. Hailing from Italy, it combined Italy engineering with sport bike appeal.

At the heart of the 1986 Ducati Pantah 650SL sits a 649cc SOHC L-twin belt engine producing 56 horsepower at 8000 rpm. The twin-cylinder powerplant features a twin-cylinder layout with air-cooled cooling, fed by 2x Dell'Orto carburetors. Power reaches the rear wheel through a 5-speed transmission and chain final drive.

The chassis employs a steel tube trellis frame with telescopic fork up front and twin shock at the rear. Stopping power comes from dual disc front and single disc rear brakes. Tipping the scales at 168 kg (370 lbs) dry, the 1986 Ducati Pantah 650SL offers a manageable riding experience with a 1380 mm wheelbase.

Performance-wise, the 1986 Ducati Pantah 650SL achieves a claimed top speed of 185 km/h (115 mph). With a generous fuel capacity of 16.0 liters, it offers reasonable range for sport bike duties. The seat height of 790 mm makes it comfortable for most riders.