Ducati 85 Turismo / 85 Sport / 85 Bronco

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Ducati 85 Turismo / 85 Sport / 85 Bronco

Make Model	Ducati 85 Turismo / 85 Sport . 85 Bronco
Year	85 Turismo & 85 Sport: 1958- 60 85 Bronco: 59 - 62
Engine	Four stroke, single cylinder, OHV, pushrod
Capacity	84.6 cc / 5.2 cu in
Bore x Stroke	45.5 x 52 mm
Compression Ratio	7.5:1
Cooling System	Air cooled
Induction	Dell'Orto ME15BS carburetor
Ignition	6V, 28 W generator
Starting	Kick
Max Power	85T & Bronco: 3.7 kW / 5 hp 85S: 4.1 kW / 5.5 hp
Transmission	85T & Bronco: 3-Speed 85S: 4-Speed
Final Drive	Chain
Frame	Pressed steel
Front Suspension	Telescopic fork
Rear Suspension	Swingarm, dual shocks
Front Brakes	Drum, 116 x 25 mm
Rear Brakes	Drum, 116 x 25 mm
Front Tyre	2.50 x 17
Rear Tyre	2.50 x 17
Dry Weight	80 kg / 176 lbs
Top Speed	85T & Bronco: 70 km/h / 43 mph 85S: 76 km/h / 47 mph
Colours	85T: Red and white, red frame 85S: Silver and blue, blue frame Bronco: Bronze and maroon

The 85 Turismo, the bike was, for all intents and purposes, a simple and economical machine that became known for its commuting and short-distance runs. It was powered by an 85 cc OHV single engine that was mated to a three-speed transmission.

Design-wise, the 85 Turismo was a stud on two wheels. To ensure its appeal despite the simple powertrain options, Ducati designed the bike with an ode to its more expensive SOHC counterparts.