Cool-Motorcycles reviews Ducati Superbike 1098 R Bayliss Limited Edition

A Ducati Legend
Troy Bayliss is a Ducati legend. In celebration of his victory in the 2008 World Superbike Championship aboard the 1098 R, and the end of a career that proudly claims three World Championships aboard three generations of Ducati Superbike, the factory have built a 1098 R Bayliss Limited Edition.

Enjoying exactly the same high specification as the standard ‘R’ model, the 1098 R Bayliss Limited Edition has a special colour scheme designed by Aldo Drudi and approved by Troy Bayliss himself. The livery, which was used during Troy’s final race at Portimao in Portugal, incorporates the key colours of his success. Sporting the famous number ’21′ on the pearl white nose and side-fairing number plates, the red and white paint scheme uses the dark blue background of the Australian national flag to blend beautifully along the side of the bodywork and into the unpainted carbon fibre stripe along the seat unit.

This attention to fine detail is also evident in features like the carbon lower-fairing finished in red, except for aerodynamic recess for the side-stand, which remains natural carbon fibre. A subtle ’1098 R Bayliss Limited Edition’ graphic on the tail fairing leaves no doubt as to what this magnificent bike is. The striking design contrasts perfectly against the 5-spoke wheels finished in matte black and additional special features like the carbon fibre heat shield on the exhaust.

The 1098 R Bayliss Limited Edition will be limited to only 500 units and comes with a numbered plaque on the top fork clamp, indicating exactly where in the limited edition the motorcycle was built. The number also corresponds to a numbered commemorative desk-top plaque, beautifully encased for safe keeping and bearing the engraved signatures of Ducati Motor Holding CEO Gabriele Del Torchio and Ducati Corse triple World Superbike Champion, Troy Bayliss.

In addition, the model will be supplied with a full racing exhaust system including 102dB carbon fibre mufflers by Termignoni (strictly for track use only), a dedicated ECU, branded bike cover and rear paddock stand. What better way to mark the incredible career of Troy Bayliss than by Ducati building the 1098 R Bayliss Limited Edition.

FEATURES

Magnesium Subframe – Front subframe in magnesium reduces high, frontal weight and contributes to chassis ‘feel’ and control.

Headlamps – The horizontal twin headlamps, a signature Ducati style from the iconic 916, have been modernised with the latest lighting technology. Two polyellipsoidal units light the way with a powerful beam while maintaining an aggressive look to the front of the machine in pure Ducati Superbike tradition. The units used on the 1198 and 1098 R now save over 0.5kg (1.2lb) over previous versions, reducing weight from a crucial high frontal area which enhances the overall vehicle handling and all-important  ‘feel’ of the front-end.

Instrumentation – The display, which now has a bright white LED back lighting, presents rpm and speed, with the former displayed across the screen in a progressive bar graph. Additionally, it displays lap times, DTC level selected (if activated on 1198 S and 1098 R) time, air temperature, coolant temperature, battery voltage, two trips and a trip that automatically starts as the fuel system goes onto reserve. Warning lights illuminate to signify neutral, turn signals, high-beam, rev-limit, low oil pressure, fuel reserve, DTC intervention (if activated on 1198 S and 1098 R) and scheduled maintenance. The instrument display is also used as the control panels for the DDA and DTC systems as well as listing lap times recorded by using the high-beam flash button as a stopwatch.

Traction Control – For the first time ever on a Ducati production motorcycle, a true competition-level traction control system for the road comes integrated into the 1198 S and 1098 R electronics as standard equipment. The Ducati Traction Control (DTC) system further underlines Ducati’s technology flow from racing to production and demonstrates how solutions developed for the track can be applied to enhance safety on the road.

Seat – Monoposto only. This solution has enabled 50% weight reduction by producing the rear subframe in aluminium alloy.

Data Acquisition – Ducati Data Analyzer (DDA) system enables owners to acquire data from their last ride or track session.

Exhaust System – Lightweight 2-1-2 system with catalytic converter and 2 lambda probes. The system terminates with twin stainless steel and titanium under-seat silencers.

Rear Suspension – Progressive linkage with fully adjustable hlins TTXR monoshock with top-out spring. A strategic feature of the rear suspension linkage is the possibility of adjusting ride height without altering spring preload or any other suspension setting.

Fairing – Fairing ‘belly-pan’ and front mudguard in carbon fibre.

Front Forks – The 1098 R version features a terrific 43mm Ohlins fork, with TiN inner tubes coating.

Monobloc Brakes – Racing-style, radially mounted, high performance Brembo Monobloc brake technology.

Front Wheel – Lightweight Marchesini forged and machined 3.50 x 17 wheel finished in racing gold.

Swingarm – For the 1098 R the single-sided aluminium swingarm, which equips the entire Superbike family, is finished in black in order to underline the racing spirit of the bike.

Rear Wheel – Lightweight Marchesini forged and machined 6.00 x 17 wheel finished in racing gold.

SPECIFICATIONS

Chassis

• Frame: Tubular steel Trellis frame in ALS 450
• Wheelbase: 1430mm / 56.3in
• Rake: 24,5°
• Front suspension: Ohlins 43mm fully adjustable upside-down fork with TiN
• Front wheel travel: 120mm / 4.7in
• Front brake: 2 x 330mm semi-floating discs, radially mounted Brembo Monobloc calipers 4-piston, 2-pad.
• Front wheel: 5-spoke in forged light alloy 3.50 x 17
• Front tyre: 120/70 ZR17
• Rear suspension: Progressive linkage with fully adjustable Ohlins TTXR monoshock with top-out spring. Aluminium single-sided swingarm
• Rear wheel travel: 127mm / 5in
• Rear brake: 245mm disc, 2-piston caliper
• Rear wheel: 5-spoke forged light alloy 6.00 x 17
• Rear tyre: 190/55 ZR17
• Fuel tank capacity: 15.5L (of which 4L reserve) / 4.1 US gal (of which 1 US gal reserve)
• Weight: 165 kg / 364 lb (excludes battery, lubricants and, where applicable, cooling liquid)
• Seat height: 820mm / 32.2in
• Instruments: Digital MotoGP derived unit with displays for: Speedometer, rev counter, lap times, time, air temp, coolant temp, battery voltage, A trips, fuel reserve trip, DTC level selected (if activated) scheduled maintenance. Warning lights for: Neutral, turn s
• Warranty: 2 years unlimited mileage
• Body colours (frame/wheels): Bayliss (Red / Black)
• Versions: Dual seat

Engine

• Type: L-Twin cylinder, 4 valve per cylinder Desmodromic, liquid cooled
• Displacement: 1198.4cc
• Bore x Stroke: 106 x 67.9mm
• Compression Ratio: 12.8:1
• Power: 180hp – 132.4kw @ 9750rpm
• Torque:    99.1lb-ft 134Nm @ 7750rpm
• Fuel injection: Marelli electronic fuel injection, elliptical throttle bodies.
• Exhaust: Lightweight 2-1-2 system with catalytic converter and 2 lambda probes. Twin stainless steel and titanium mufflers
• Emissions: Euro3

Transmission

• Gearbox: 6 speed
• Ratios: 1st 37/15, 2nd 30/17, 3rd 27/20, 4th 24/22, 5th 23/24, 6th 22/25
• Primary drive: Straight cut gears, Ratio 1.84:1
• Final drive: Chain; Front sprocket 15; Rear sprocket 38
• Clutch: Dry multiplate with hydraulic control slipper clutch

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