Ducati ST2 - 1997 Specifications and Reviews

The 1997 Ducati ST2 is a sport touring motorcycle designed for riders seeking versatility and Italian character. Its air-cooled 944cc V-twin engine delivers 83 horsepower with authentic Ducati styling, while the comfortable 820mm seat height and manageable 212kg weight make it approachable for varied riders. Best known for pioneering Ducati's entry into the practical sport touring segment without compromising performance.

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General information

CategorySport touring
Year1997
ModelDucati ST2

Engine and Transmission Specifications

Transmission typefinal driveChain
Gearbox6-speed
Cooling systemAir
StarterElectric
Valves per cylinder2
Power83.00
Stroke4
Engine typeV2
Capacity:944.00 ccm (57.60 cubic inches)

Physical measures and capacities

Seat height820 mm (32.3 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Dry weight212.0 kg (467.4 pounds)
 
 

Ducati ST2 dimensions and frame

Rear brakesSingle disc
Front brakesDual disc

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.3915 HP/kg

Other specs

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Performance Profile & Rider Fit

83 hp
Peak Power
3.6s
0-60 mph

Best For

Track40%
City55%
Cornering72%
Daily Riding65%
Touring85%
Passenger75%

Rider Profile

Best ForBest suited to riders with at least some experience on mid-to-large displacement bikes who want a torquey V-twin without a full sportbike's edge.
PurposeDesigned for covering long distances comfortably while still offering the engaging feel of a Ducati desmodromic twin through corners.
Rider FitThe moderate seat height and upright-leaning sport touring ergonomics suit riders of average to taller stature comfortably over long stints.
CharacterA refined, torque-rich V-twin gran turismo character that rewards smooth inputs and confident cornering rather than outright aggression.
Not Ideal ForNot the right choice for riders seeking off-road capability or razor-sharp track-focused performance.

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

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1997 Ducati ST2 Rider Ergonomics Assessment

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Feet:

At 820mm, a rider of 175cm with a 79cm (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with balls of both feet on the 1997 Ducati ST2, with a cramped knee angle of around 70 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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