Top rated motorcycle on the market : Ducati 1098

In continuation this week at a look at some of the highest rated motorbikes available on the market right now, we today take a look into the world famous 1098 model from Italian motorbike firm who are now also under the wing of the Audi car firm...Ducati. The Ducati 1098 model has been rated overall five stars from owners and the Motorcycle News alike. The bike first went into production back in 2007 when the final variant being produced back in 2011. It benefits from some good all round reliability and performance rates and could be one of the top additions to the sports bike industry that the world has ever seen. It's said that before this motorbike was ever on the horizon, the 915 is the key player into the Ducati company but after it arrived the 1098 has proven to be the brands top dog.

What was given five stars on the Ducati 1098 ?

So the topics for this particular motor bike that were rated five stars are as follows :

• Riding and handling

• Engine

• Overall.

The same were rated in the same fashion by owners also who also added in five stars for value.

Engine wise we see the 1098 come fully fitted with a 1099cc engine which produces a total of 160 brake horse power. Speed limits of 180 miles per hour are also reached. Suspension and brakes are said to be some of the finest that has ever been seen on a Ducati model, which results in a smooth enjoyable riding experience.

In terms of competition for this bike, we see the likes of the R6 from Yamaha coming into play here and of course the GSXR model from Suzuki.

How much does the Ducati 1098 sell for brand new ?

Well if you're looking for a brand new version of the 1098 it will set you back a grand total of £11,250. We are also pleased to deliver on the good news that this motorbike is available to purchase right now from Ducati dealerships here in the UK and across other parts of the world also.