2025 Ducati Formula 73

Ducati Formula 73

Make Model	Ducati Formula 73
Year	2026
Production	873 units
Engine	Four stroke, 90° “L” twin cylinder, SOHC, desmodromic 2 valves per cylinder
Capacity	803 cc / 49.0 cub in
Bore x Stroke	88 x 66 mm
Cooling System	Air cooled
Compression Ratio	11.0:1
Exhaust	Termignoni stainless steel muffler with catalytic converter lambda probes, aluminium tail pipes
Emission	Euro 5+
Induction	Electronic fuel injection, 50 mm throttle body, Ride by Wire system
Ignition	Marelli electronic
Starting	Electric
Max Power	73 hp / 53.6 kW @ 8250 rpm
Max Torque	65.2 Nm / 48.1 lb-ft @ 7000 rpm
Clutch	Hydraulically controlled slipper and self-servo wet multiplate clutch
Transmission	6 speed with Ducati Quick Shift up/down
Final Drive	Chain, front spocket 15, rear sprocket 46
Primary Drive	Straight cut gears, ratio 1.85:1
Gear Ratio	1st 32/13, 2nd 30/18, 3rd 28/21, 4th 26/23, 5th 22/22, 6th 24/26
Frame	Tubular steel trellis frame
Front Suspension	41mm Kayaba USD forks
Front Wheel Travel	150 mm / 5.9 in
Rear Suspension	Kayaba rear shock, pre-load adjustable
Rear Wheel Travel	150 mm / 5.9 in
Front Brakes	Single 330 mm disc, 4-piston caliper
Rear Brakes	Single 245 mm disc, 1-piston floating caliper
ABS	Bosch Cornering ABS as standard equipment
Wheels	Light alloy, spoked
Front Wheel	3.00 x 17
Rear Wheel	5.50 x 17
Front Tyre	120/70 R17 Pirelli Diablo Rosso IV
Rear Tyre	180/55 R17 Pirelli Diablo Rosso IV
Rake	22°
Trail	91.4 mm / 3.6 in
Wheelbase	1435 mm / 56.5 in
Seat Height	808 mm / 31.8 inches
Wet Weight (no fuel)	183 kg / 403 lbs
Fuel Capacity	14.4 Litres / 3.8 US gal
Safety Equipment	Riding Mode, Power Mode, Ducati Traction Control, Bosch Cornering ABS
Standard Equipment	Full ELD lighting, self-canceling turn indicators, USB port

From Ducati website:

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.

A collector’s piece.
The Formula 73 is inspired by the 750 Super Sport Desmo, which has its roots in the 750 Imola Desmo, winner of the 1972 Imola 200. That same spirit is now reinterpreted in a limited edition of 873 units.
A silver and aquamarine livery with gold band references the fiberglass tank of early supersport bikes, which had a transparent section to allow for external checking of the fuel level.

Design that tells a story
The Formula 73 reinterprets a Ducati icon. The historic 750 Super Sport livery, original logo and exclusive details like the coloured frame and Termignoni silencer with gold band all give shape to a legacy that continues to strike a chord.

The legacy of the 750 Super Sport Desmo.
The Formula 73 celebrates the 750 Super Sport Desmo, the first production Ducati to feature the desmodromic timing system. Its clean lines communicate agility and elegance, while the details ensure this collector’s Café Racer is truly unique. The silver livery and gold vertical band on the tank recapture the style details of the historic model, while the engine complete with silver coloured cover and classic Borgo Panigale logo further strengthen the reference.

Technical modernity. Authentic charm.
An unmistakable personality that combines technical modernity with the authentic charm of the Ducati 750 Super Sport Desmo. Slender and with an elegant, minimalist aesthetic, it stands out for its semi-handlebar with bar-end mirrors, front fairing, short, tapered tail, and the 803 cc Desmodue engine. Elements that blend the rebellious Urban Café Racer spirit with the timeless charm of the most iconic and beloved Ducati models.

From the glorious past, a new icon is born.
Formula 73 revokes the spirit of a model and an era that contributed to building the Ducati legend: the 750 Super Sport Desmo, a replica of the 750 Imola Desmo with which Paul Smart and Bruno Spaggiari triumphed in the 1972 Imola 200.

A modern take on a legend
Every icon has a story worth telling. Formula 73 is a combination of passion, design and timeless spirit. Designed to capture the rebellious spirit of a Café Racer, Formula 73 pays tribute to one of the most revered Borgo Panigale bikes: the Ducati 750 Super Sport Desmo, the first production Ducati to feature the desmodromic timing system. The Super Sport was actually a replica of the 750 Imola Desmo with which Paul Smart and Bruno Spaggiari triumphed in the 1972 Imola 200.

Formula 73 jacket
Complete the look with technical garments inspired by the Formula 73 aesthetic. The jacket, produced in collaboration with Dainese and created in high-quality cowhide, takes up the bike’s colours and graphics. Complete with shoulder and elbow protectors and designed to accommodate a back protector, it guarantees both style and safety. The jacket is an exclusive garment, available only as part of the SuMisura program, with custom production upon request.