2011 Ducati 1198 SP Review

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Ducati's superbike series has been impressing over several generations, a concoction made even more desirable since the debut of the 1098/1198 series launched in 2007, later enlarged to 1198 potent cubic centimeters in 2009. Gorgeous, soulful and devilishly brutal, Ducati's 1198 is a very special motorcycle.

But for enthusiasts with deep pockets, especially aficionados of Italian bikes, the base 1198 might not be special enough.

Enter the new-for-2011 premium Ducati Superbike, the 1198 SP.

More: 2011 Ducati 1198 SP Review on Motorcycle.com

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Originally Posted by admin

Ducati's superbike series has been impressing over several generations, a concoction made even more desirable since the debut of the 1098/1198 series launched in 2007, later enlarged to 1198 potent cubic centimeters in 2009. Gorgeous, soulful and devilishly brutal, Ducati's 1198 is a very special motorcycle.

But for enthusiasts with deep pockets, especially aficionados of Italian bikes, the base 1198 might not be special enough.

Enter the new-for-2011 premium Ducati Superbike, the 1198 SP.

More: 2011 Ducati 1198 SP Review on Motorcycle.com

I thought the 1198SP was not much more than an 1198S.....I would think the 1098/1198R would be the target for enthusiasts with deep pockets.

Cool bike...the black with red frame is sweet!

[eastbayrae]

Why buy this and not wait for the '12 re-design?

[yabo0569]

Some people don't know of this and the first year model bike always has problems. You will have to wait 2 years until they work all the bugs.