Overview

2026 Ducati Formula73

Motorcycle

A Piece of Timeless.

Formula 73 is a contemporary urban café racer that reinterprets the rebellious spirit of the 70s with its sleek lines and big personality. Produced as a series of 873 numbered units, this collector’s model is designed to preserve a timeless legacy in the modern era.

Starting at $19,995 MSRP

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Engine

Type

L-Twin, Desmodromic distribution, 2 valves per cylinder, air cooled

Discplacement

49 cu in (803 cc)

Bore x Stroke

3.5 in x 2.6 in ( 88 mm x 66 mm)

Compression Ratio

11.0:1

Power

73 hp (53.7 kW) @ 8,250 rpm

Torque

48 lb ft (65.2 Nm, 6.6 kgm) @ 7,000 rpm

Fuel Injection

Electronic fuel injection, 50 mm throttle body with Ride-by-Wire system

Exhaust

Stainless steel muffler with catalytic converter, lambda probes, aluminium tail pipes

Transmission

Gearbox

6-speed

Primary drive

1=32/13 2=30/18 3=28/21 4=26/23 5=22/22 6=24/26

Ratio

Straight cut gears, Ratio 1.85:1

Final Drive

Chain, front spocket 15, rear sprocket 46

Clutch

Hydraulically controlled slipper and self-servo wet multiplate clutch

Chassis

Frame

Tubular steel Trellis frame

Front suspension

Upside down Kayaba 41 mm fork

Front Wheel

Spoked aluminium wheel 3.50″ x 17″

Front Tire

Pirelli Diablo Rosso IV - 120/70 R17

Rear suspension

Kayaba rear shock, pre-load adjustable

Rear Wheel

Spoked aluminium wheel 5.50″ x 17″

Rear Tire

Pirelli Diablo Rosso IV - 180/55 R17

Wheel Travel (Front/Rear)

5.9 in / 5.9 in (150 mm / 150 mm)

Front Brake

Ø330 mm disc, radial 4-piston calliper with Bosch Cornering ABS

Rear Brake

Ø245 mm disc, 1-piston floating calliper with Bosch Cornering ABS

Instrumentation

4.3″ TFT colour display

Dimensions and Weights

Wet weight no fuel

403 lb (183 kg)

Seat Height

808 mm (31.8 in)

Wheelbase

56.5 in (1,434 mm)

Rake

22°

Trail

3.6 in (92 mm)

Fuel Tank Capacity

3.8 US gal (14.5 l)

Number of Seats

Single seat. Two seats if passenger kit accessory is mounted

Equipment

Safety equipment

Riding Modes, Power Modes, Ducati Traction Control (DTC), Bosch Cornering ABS

Standard Equipment

Ducati Quick Shift (DQS) up/down, TFT colour display, Full LED lighting system, Self cancelling turn indicators, USB port

Ready for

Anti-Theft, Ducati Multimedia System (DMS), Heated grips, Turn-by-Turn navigation system

MAINTENANCE

Annual Service

12 months

Oil Service

7,500 mi (12,000 km) / 24 months

Valve Clearance Check

7,500 mi (12,000 km)

Notes

Bike specifications and equipment may vary from market to market. Please refer to your local dealer for further information

750 Super Sport Legacy

Ducati Formula 73 takes the spirit of the legendary 1973 750 Super Sport Desmo and reimagines it in a modern way. The silver livery evokes the original essence, with the gold band on the tank inspired by the 750 Imola Desmo where the fuel level could be checked on the fiberglass tank during the race. The semi-handlebar with bar-end mirrors, front fairing and short, tapered tail complete a silhouette that captures the Café Racer soul. And the steel trellis frame reinforces the connection between the Formula 73 and the Super Sport Desmo that inspires it.

Numbered steering plate

As with every limited-edition Ducati, the steering plate bears the model name and serial number. Each bike comes complete with a certificate of authenticity, a collection of duplicate images from the era and sketches created by the Centro Stile Ducati, presented in a box.

Termignoni Ducati Performance homologated exhaust with custom finishes

The silencer is produced in collaboration with Termignoni, with aesthetic details specifically designed for this model that give the bike a deep, resonant sound.

Rizoma billet components

Formula 73 adopts various Rizoma billet aluminum components, including the brake and clutch levers with oil radiators, footpegs and fuel cap, supplied as standard. Well-finished details that add to the overall aesthetic.

17”/17” spoked wheels with Diablo Rosso IV tyres

Formula 73 mounts 17”/17” spoked wheels and Pirelli Diablo Rosso IV tires, ensuring manageability while showcasing dynamic traits that are pure Café Racer.

803 cc Desmodue engine with dedicated silver cover

The Ducati Formula 73 engine is modern but faithful to the technical principles on which Ducati has cemented its legend since the 1970s. An 803 cc Desmodue L-twin with two-valve desmodromic timing, it delivers 73 horsepower at 8250 rpm. The engine is enhanced with a silver-colored cover complete with classic Ducati logo to strengthen the reference to the 750 Super Sport Desmo.

Electronics: ABS as standard, traction control, quick shift as standard

Electronic systems on the Formula 73 include DTC traction control, Cornering ABS, Ducati Quick Shift and two Riding Modes.