Transmission (749/749S/749Dark) - Ducati 749S 2005 Owner's Manual

Transmission (749/749S/749Dark)

Dry clutch operated by a control lever on left handlebar.
Drive is transmitted from engine to gearbox main shaft via
spur gears.
Front sprocket/clutch sprocket ratio:
32/59 for 749/749Dark/749S.
6-speed gearbox with constant mesh gears, gear change
pedal on left side of motorcycle.
Gearbox/rear sprocket ratio:
14/39 for 749/749Dark.
14/38 for 749S.
Total ratios for 749/749Dark/749S:
1st 15/37
2nd 17/30
3rd 20/28
4th 22/26
5th 23/24
6th 24/23
Transmission from gearbox to rear wheel via drive chain
for 749/749Dark/749S:
Make:
DID
Type:
525 HV
Dimensions:
5/8"x5/16"
Links:
96.
Important
The above gear ratios are the homologated ones
and under no circumstances must they be modified.
However, if you wish to tune up your motorcycle for
competitive trials, you may refer to Ducati Motor Holding
S.p.A. who will be glad to provide information about the
special ratios available. Contact a Ducati Dealer or
Authorized Workshop.
Warning
For the replacement of the rear sprocket, contact a
Ducati Dealer or Authorized Workshop. The incorrect
replacement of this component could seriously endanger
rider and passenger safety and cause irreparable damage
to the motorcycle.
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