Ducati St2
The Ducati St2 has a top speed of 220 km/h, produces 83 hp and weighs 215 kg. Motoryk rates it 7.5/10.
La Ducati ST2 a été introduite en 1997 dans le cadre de la gamme Sport Touring (ST) de Ducati, conçue pour offrir une moto plus pratique et capable de parcourir de longues distances par rapport à leurs motos purement sportives. Il était équipé d'un moteur bicylindre en L desmodromique de 944 cm3 avec culasses refroidies par liquide et se positionnait comme un véhicule de tourisme sportif d'entrée de gamme avec un carénage complet et des supports de bagages intégrés. Le ST2 a été produit jusqu'en 2003, date à laquelle il a été abandonné, Ducati se concentrant désormais sur les modèles ST3 et ST4 plus puissants du segment du tourisme sportif.
83 hp
Pouvoir
78 Nm
Torque
215 kg
Poids
220 km/h
Vitesse maximale
6.5 L/100km (approx. 15.4 km/L, typical real-world average)
Carburant
Caréné
Corps
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Ce que les acheteurs doivent savoir
Desmo Service Costs
The ST2 requires Desmodromic valve adjustments every 7,500 miles, which can cost $600–$1,000+ at a dealer. Always verify service history before buying — skipped intervals cause serious engine damage.
Watch for Oil Leaks
The ST2's air/oil-cooled 944cc V-twin is known for weeping oil from the cam belt covers and rocker covers as gaskets age. Minor seepage is common but should be monitored to avoid bigger issues.
Affordable Entry Point
The ST2 has depreciated heavily and can be found for $3,000–$5,500, making it one of the cheapest ways into a classic Ducati sport-tourer. Resale value is stable at the low end, so it holds its floor price well.
Générations et spécifications par année
Une seule génération ; bicylindre en V desmodromique de 944 cm3, châssis sport-touring, aucune refonte générationnelle significative n'a eu lieu.
"Le grand tourisme de Bologne avec un battement de cœur que vous n'oublierez jamais."
La ST2 est ce qui se passe lorsque Ducati essaie de construire une moto sensée mais n'y parvient pas. Ce bicylindre Desmo de 944 cm3 tourne fort à 3 500 tr/min avec une urgence qu'aucune moto de tourisme à quatre cylindres en ligne ne peut égaler, et sur les routes A, elle est vraiment récompensée. L'ergonomie est cependant un véritable compromis : plus sportive que confortable, et au bout de quatre heures, les repose-pieds et la selle conspirent contre vous comme jamais ne le ferait une BMW RT. La fiabilité est la clé de voûtes : l'entretien des soupapes Desmo tous les 12 000 km coûte cher à votre portefeuille, l'embrayage à vide émet suffisamment de bruit pour alerter les piétons, et les gremlins électriques sur les modèles plus anciens constituent pratiquement un rite de passage. Mais sortez d'un village à 4 000 tr/min et sentez cette augmentation de couple, et vous pardonnez tout pendant encore au moins une centaine de kilomètres.
Pros
Les inconvénients
Évaluation d'un acheteur d'occasion
"An honest, rewarding Ducati — but only buy one with receipts."
$3,500-$6,500 usedThe ST2 is Ducati's most sensible sport-tourer, which sounds like damning it with faint praise but genuinely isn't. That 944cc desmo V-twin pulls hard from low revs, makes a proper mechanical soundtrack, and won't terrorise you on a Sunday morning run. It's the Ducati you can actually live with — decent wind protection, half-decent luggage, and a riding position that won't destroy your wrists after two hours. But here's what dealers won't tell you: desmo valve clearance checks are non-negotiable every 7,500 miles and cost serious money at a dealership. Always demand service history showing this was done. Electrics are the other achilles heel — connectors corrode, sensors fail, and gremlins appear from nowhere on tired examples. Budget $500-800 annually for unexpected electrical nonsense on anything over 25,000 miles. Buy a clean low-mileage example with full service history and you've got an underrated, characterful sport-tourer that'll embarrass plenty of modern bikes. Buy a cheap neglected one and you're funding someone else's deferred maintenance nightmare.
Top 10 Accessories
Curated picks for the Ducati St2 — owned, ridden, recommended.
Problèmes courants
🔥 1 CRITICALAsk for service history, due every 6k miles
Inspect rear bevel housing for oil weeping
Check rear subframe welds and plastic mounts
Test cold start, listen for rough idle or hesitation
✅Liste de contrôle préalable à l'achat
Reliable if maintained, expensive to neglect
Full Specifications
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are common problems with the Ducati St2? +
Desmo valve service overdue: Ask for service history, due every 6k miles (serious) | Bevel gear oil seal leaks: Inspect rear bevel housing for oil weeping (moderate) | Fairing and subframe cracks: Check rear subframe welds and plastic mounts (minor)
Is the Ducati St2 a good motorcycle? +
An honest, rewarding Ducati — but only buy one with receipts. Rating: 7.5/10. Best for: Experienced riders wanting affordable, characterful sport-touring. Avoid if: You hate expensive, frequent scheduled maintenance bills.
What is the horsepower of the Ducati St2? +
The Ducati St2 produces 83 hp @ 8,500 rpm, with 78 Nm @ 6,000 rpm of torque. Top speed: 220 km/h.
Is the Ducati St2 good for beginners? +
Not really — the Ducati St2 is better for experienced riders. Experienced riders wanting affordable, characterful sport-touring Avoid if: You hate expensive, frequent scheduled maintenance bills
Is the Ducati St2 reliable? +
Owners report 1 critical issue to watch for on the Ducati St2, notably: Desmo valve service overdue (Ask for service history, due every 6k miles). Buy with a pre-purchase inspection.
Is the Ducati St2 good for daily use? +
Experienced riders wanting affordable, characterful sport-touring Fuel: 6.5 L/100km (approx. 15.4 km/L, typical real-world average).
How fast is the Ducati St2? +
The Ducati St2 reaches a top speed of 220 km/h, producing 83 hp at 215 kg curb weight. Real-world performance depends on rider weight, gearing, and road conditions.
What gear should I buy for a Ducati St2? +
Motoryk has curated a Top 10 gear list specifically for the Ducati St2, covering engine oil, tires, chain, battery, and brake pads — see motoryk.com/bikes/ducati/st2/top10. Each pick is matched to this bike's spec.
