The Ducati 1198 is a sport bike made by Ducati since 2009. For the 2011 model year there are two models: the 1198 and 1198SP (replacing the 1198S). The 1198 shares design elements with its predecessor 1098, but has more power and torque, redesigned wheels, lighter headlights, traction control, and lighter fairings (on the S model),
and a few minor paint changes. One carryover from its 998 heritage is the distinctive single-slided swingarm. The 1198/1198 SP makes a manufacturer claimed 170 hp (127 kW), 97.1 ft•lbf (131.6 N•m) torque, and has a dry weight of 173 kg (380 lb).Rear wheel output was tested as 117.75 kilowatts (157.91 hp) @ 9600 rpm and 90.14 ft•lbf (122.21 N•m) torque at 8300 rpm, with a wet weight of 441 lb (200 kg).The 0–60 mph time is less than 2.5 seconds and top speed is estimated at 186 mph (299 km/h). The 1198 R makes a manufacturer claimed 180 hp (134 kW) and 98.8 ft•lbf (134.0 N•m) torque.