Tech spec: Ducati GP12
Engine: Liquid-cooled, 90 degree V4 four-stroke, desmodromic DOHC, four valves per cylinderCapacity: 1,000ccMaximum power: More than 230hpMaximum speed: In excess of 330 km/h (205 mph)Transmission: Ducati Seamless Transmission (DST). Chain final driveCarburation: Indirect Magneti Marelli electronic injection, four throttle bodies with injectors above butterfly valves. Throttles operated by EVO TCF (Throttle Control & Feedback) systemFuel: Shell Racing V-PowerLubricant: Shell Advance Ultra 4Ignition: Magneti MarelliExhaust: TermignoniFinal Drive: D.I.D ChainFrame: AluminiumSuspension: ?hlins inverted 48mm fork and ?hlins shock absorber, adjustable for preload, compression and rebound dampingTyres: Bridgestone 16.5" front and rearBrakes: Brembo, two 320mm carbon front discs with four-piston callipers. Single stainless steel rear disc with two-piston calliperDry weight: 157 kg (346 lbs.)
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