2016 Ducati Hyperstrada 939We’ve all heard of sport-touring, but Ducati does the idea with supermoto-touring. The all-new Ducati Hyperstrada 939 takes the standard Hypermotard 939 and makes some minor modifications to make it a highly aggressive weekend touring machine.First, Ducati shortens the suspension to a still-generous 5.1 inches of travel both end, which also lowers the seat height to a more-friendly 33.5 inches. Second, longer wearing and more versatile Pirelli Scorpion Trail tires are mounted on the 10-spoke alloy rims.
Also, the Hyperstrada 939 gets semi-rigid panniers, a touring windshield, touring seat, centerstand, larger fenders, and a engine sump guard. The various riding and power modes, plus the Ducati Safety Pack (traction control and ABS) will be welcome on this one-of-a-kind tourer.Visit our Motorcycle Buyer’s Guide.
2016 Ducati Hyperstrada 939 Specs:
Engine: Testastretta 11°, L-twin, 4-valves per cylinder, Desmodromic, liquid cooled
Displacement: 937cc
Bore x stroke: 94 x 67.5mm
Compression ratio: 13.1:1
Maximum power: 114 horsepower @ 9000 rpm
Maximum torque: 73 ft/lbs @ 7500 rpm
Fuel injection: Magneti Marelli electronic fuel injection system; throttle bodies w/ full ride by wire system
Exhaust: Single stainless steel muffler w/ catalytic converter and two lambda probes
Transmission: 6-speed w/ straight cut gears
Final drive: Chain; 15/43
Clutch: Wet multiplate clutch mechanically operated, self-servo action on drive, slipper action on over-run
Frame: Tubular steel trellis frame
Suspension Front: 43mm inverted forks; 5.1 inches of travel
Suspension Rear: Linkage-assisted Sachs shock w/ adjustable spring-preload and rebound damping; 5.1 inches of travel
Front Wheel: Alloy 10-spoke; 3.50″ x 17″
Rear Wheel: Alloy 10-spoke; 5.50″ x 17″
Front Tire: Pirelli Scorpion Trail; 120/70 ZR17
Rear Tire: Pirelli Scorpion Trail; 180/55 ZR17
Front Brakes: Twin 320mm semi-floating discs, radially mounted Brembo Monoblock calipers, 4-piston/2-pad, axial pump with adjustable lever
Aprilia Tuono 660 Factory + Steve ’Stavros’ Parrish
byMotos and Friends by Ultimate Motorcycle
Hello everyone and welcome once again to Ultimate Motorcycling’s weekly podcast—Motos and Friends. My name is Arthur Coldwells.
Our first segment features the new Aprilia Tuono 660 Factory. Senior Editor Nic de Sena brings us his report on the flagship version of Aprilia’s upright middleweight machine. He gives us insight into whether it’s worth spending the extra money on the Factory version, and also of course, whether this sporting Aprilia is really the motorcycle for you.
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The next guest segment of Motos and Friends is brought to you by the faster and most technologically advanced, 2023 Suzuki Hayabusa—one of the most iconic sportbikes ever. Check it out in person at your local Suzuki dealer now, or visit suzukicycles.com to learn more.
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In this segment, Associate Editor Teejay Adams chats with (arguably) one of the most interesting Suzuki race riders of all time. the iconic RG500 alongside teammate double World Champion Barry Sheene. The two were almost as famous for their exploits off-track, as for their success on it. Those were the days! Steve also raced the Isle of Man TT for about ten years where he won 13 Silver Replicas, and got a podium finish. His insight into that particular brand of mayhem are fascinating.
But there’s waaay more to Steve Parrish than his motorcycle racing. He is also the most successful Semi-Truck racer ever, and, little known piece of useless trivia—he’s my birthday twin: 24th February. He is a natural entertainer and you can’t miss his recounting of the world’s most entertaining—and arguably terrifying—double-decker bus ride ever. If any of you were actually on that hell-ride then we’d love to hear from you!
2016 Ducati Hyperstrada 939 Specs:
