Ducati 125 Formula 3 Archives - MotorcycleSpecifications.com Find your motorcycle specifications Fri, 07 Apr 2023 20:58:48 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 Ducati 125 Formula 3 (1959-62) https://motorcyclespecifications.com/ducati-125-formula-3-1959-62-specs/ Tue, 04 Apr 2023 20:13:02 +0000 https://motorcyclespecifications.com/?p=44754 The Ducati 125 Formula 3 is a four-stroke, single-cylinder motorcycle that was produced between 1959 and 1962. The engine has an OHC design, driven by shaft and gevel gears, and

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]]> The Ducati 125 Formula 3 is a four-stroke, single-cylinder motorcycle that was produced between 1959 and 1962. The engine has an OHC design, driven by shaft and gevel gears, and has a capacity of 124 cc. The bore and stroke measure 55.3 x 52 mm, while the compression ratio is 8.5:1. The engine is air-cooled, and the lubrication system is forced oil sump. The induction system features a Dell’Orto SS1 20C carburetor, while the ignition is powered by a battery and coil.

Starting the motorcycle requires a kick start, and the maximum power output is 8.9 kW or 12 hp at 9800 rpm. The motorcycle is equipped with a 4-speed transmission and wet, multi-plate clutch. The final drive is via chain, and the front suspension features hydraulic damped telescopic forks. The rear suspension is a swingarm with dual shocks, and both the front and rear brakes are drum brakes. The front and rear tires are 2.50 -18 in size.

Overall, the Ducati 125 Formula 3 is a small but powerful motorcycle with impressive capabilities. Its light weight and nimble design make it an excellent choice for racing or navigating winding roads. Despite being almost 60 years old, the Formula 3 remains a classic and popular motorcycle among riders and collectors alike.

Technical specifications:

Make Model: Ducati 125 Formula 3

Year: 1959 – 62
Engine: Four stroke, single-cylinder, OHC, driven by shaft and gevel gears,
Capacity: 124 cc / 7.6 cu in
Bore x Stroke: 55.3 x 52 mm
Compression Ratio: 8.5:1
Cooling System: Air cooled
Lubrication System: Forced oil sump
Induction: Dell’Orto SS1 20C carburetor
Ignition: Battery and coil
Starting: Kick
Max Power: 8.9 kW / 12 hp @ 9800 rpm
Transmission: 4 Speed
Clutch: Wet, multi-plate
Final Drive: Chain
Front Suspension: Hydraulically damped telescopic forks
Rear Suspension: Swingarm, dual shocks
Front Brakes: Drum
Rear Brakes: Drum
Front Tyre: 2.50 -18
Rear Tyre: 2.50 -18

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