Ducati SS 600 C - 1996 Specifications and Reviews

The 1996 Ducati SS 600 C is a lightweight sport bike designed for nimble, accessible performance. Its air-cooled V-twin engine delivers 53 horsepower with manageable mid-range power, making it ideal for riders seeking genuine Ducati character without overwhelming aggression. Known for its compact dimensions and 172kg weight, it excels in urban riding and spirited cornering on tight roads.

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General information

CategorySport
Year1996
ModelDucati SS 600 C
 
 

Engine and Transmission Specifications

Transmission typefinal driveChain
Gearbox5-speed
Cooling systemAir
StarterElectric
Valves per cylinder2
Power53.00
Stroke4
Engine typeV2
Capacity:583.00 ccm (35.57 cubic inches)

Physical measures and capacities

Seat height770 mm (30.3 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Dry weight172.0 kg (379.2 pounds)

Ducati SS 600 C dimensions and frame

Rear brakesSingle disc
Front brakesSingle disc
 
 

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.3081 HP/kg

Other specs

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Performance Profile & Rider Fit

53 hp
Peak Power
4.8s
0-60 mph

Best For

Track55%
City55%
Cornering82%
Daily Riding45%
Touring30%
Passenger30%

Rider Profile

Best ForBest suited to riders with at least some prior experience, since the low weight and sporty geometry reward confident, deliberate inputs.
PurposeBuilt for spirited backroad riding and weekend canyon carving rather than outright top-speed thrills or long-distance touring.
Rider FitThe low clip-on style stance and firm suspension mean a forward-leaning riding position that can tire out taller or less flexible riders on longer rides.
CharacterA classic air-cooled Ducati V-twin offering light weight, agile handling, and characterful, torquey delivery over outright horsepower.
Not Ideal ForNot ideal for riders seeking plush comfort, pillion-friendly touring capability, or any off-road versatility.

Character map is an editorial estimate based on this bike's specifications, not a lab-tested measurement.

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1996 Ducati SS 600 C Rider Ergonomics Assessment

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Feet:

At 770mm, a rider of 175cm with a 79cm (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 1996 Ducati SS 600 C, with a cramped knee angle of around 65 degrees and a forward-leaning riding position.

Data quality: estimated (wheelbase estimated from this category's typical bike, not this model's own spec). Assumes about 30mm of suspension sag once seated (a typical street-bike rule of thumb - stiffer or softer suspension will vary). This is an approximation from category-typical geometry and generic body proportions, not a measurement of this specific bike or you - sit on it before you buy.

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