Hypermotard 796 Chassis
Single-sided swingarm
The rear suspension of the Hypermotard
uses Ducati's signature Hypermotard single-sided swingarm. The robust
solution contributes considerable engineering style and, on this type
of motorcycle, is a feature unique to Ducati.
Trellis frame
An improved frame layout eliminates
almost all of the forged elements used on previous Hypermotards,
replacing them with precision machined components. The lightened frame
retains its torsional strength to become even more agile and easier to
handle than before.
Through decades of racing and development, Ducati has proven that
innovative chassis engineering and evolutionary frame advancements win
races. The tubular Trellis frame, used on every Ducati motorcycle, is a
signature design element.
This unique Ducati frame is light, rigid and beautiful thanks to its
ingenious Trellis design and use of high quality ALS 450 tubing. Each
tube is mitred and micro-fusion welded in a complex triangulated
pattern and our incredibly strong L-Twin engine cases are functional
'stressed members' of the chassis.
Seat height
At 825mm (32.5in), the seat height of the 796 is a sure-footed 20mm (0.8in) lower than the 1100.
Brembo brakes
Twin 305mm semi-floating discs gripped
by radially mounted 4-piston Brembo callipers provide powerful and
progressive front-end braking with that all-important rider-friendly
‘feeling’, while the rear is equipped with a 245mm disc and 2-piston
calliper, also by Brembo.
Marzocchi forks
Suspension duties up front are taken
care of by very capable 43mm Marzocchi forks, which are gripped by
completely redesigned top and bottom fork clamps. The fork bottoms,
which also have radial mountings for the brake callipers, are
redesigned with a far more compact profile.
Sachs rear suspension
The rear suspension is managed by a
Sachs suspension unit featuring adjustable spring preload and return
damping, allowing adjustments for riding style or load.
Lightweight 5-spoke wheels
17” 5-spoke wheels by Enkei are produced
in lightweight aluminium to keep the unsprung weight low and handling,
braking and acceleration performances high.