Ducati Mototrans

Mototrans Ducati 175TS

Year of presentation : 1960

Years of manufacture : 1961-1967

Engine : 4-stroke, single-cylinder, air-cooled - bore x stroke 62 x 57.8 mm - total displacement 174.5 cc - compression ratio 7:1 - overhead camshaft with two valves in the cylinder head - wet sump with pump - Dell'Orto UB 22 or Amal 375/22 carburettor - multi-disc clutch in oil bath - 4-speed gearbox - primary transmission by gears - secondary transmission by chain.

Chassis : tubular steel frame - telescopic hydraulic front fork - swingarm rear fork with 2 hydraulic shock absorbers - Ø 180 mm drum front brake - Ø 160 mm drum rear brake - 2.75 x 18" front tyre - 2.75 x 18" rear tyre

Dimensions: wheelbase 1320 mm - dry weight 110 kg - fuel tank 18 litres.

Electrical system: The lighting is battery-powered, and the battery is recharged by a MOTOPLAT alternator via a rectifier.

Performance : 12 HP at 7200 rpm - maximum speed 115 km/h in normal position - fuel consumption 3 litres/100 km.

Colour scheme: Antique gold metallic paint for the headlight, sidecovers, mudguards, and tank panels, and cherry red for the remainder, with fine white pinstriping on the tank and sidecovers. Known as the "ideal Ducati" for its reliability and engine displacement, which provided an excellent balance for its utilitarian use.

Source: perso.wanadoo.es (archive)