Ducati 900 SS Super Sport Weight (437lb)

Quick answer

Across the 1990, 1991 and 1992 model years, the Ducati 900 SS Super Sport motorcycle has a listed wet/running weight of 436.5 lb (198 kg).

Wet / running weight436.5 lb (198 kg)
Fuel capacity3.04 US gal (11.5 L) to 4.62 US gal (17.5 L)
Full tank fuel weight18.9 lb (8.6 kg) to 28.7 lb (13 kg)
Model years covered
199019911992

Ducati 900 SS Super Sport weight overview

WHAT THIS MEANS

This is middleweight territory: substantial enough to feel planted, but still well short of heavyweight touring and large-cruiser mass.

Middleweight Motorcycle

CATEGORY WEIGHT POSITION

How heavy is the Ducati 900 SS Super Sport?

wet weight

Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Ducati 900 SS Super Sport is heavier than about 54.9% of 51 Ducati sport bikes with compatible weight data.

LighterTypicalHeavier
436.5 lb (198 kg)
51 Ducati sport bikesMedian: 434.3 lb (197 kg)
WEIGHT VISUAL

Ready-to-ride weight

Wet / running weight436.5 lb (198 kg)
REAL-WORLD LOAD

Bike + rider total weight

These totals use the model’s representative wet weight. They exclude riding gear, luggage and a passenger.

150 lb rider586.5 lb (266 kg)bike + rider • bike is 74.4% of total mass
180 lb rider616.5 lb (279.6 kg)bike + rider • bike is 70.8% of total mass
210 lb rider646.5 lb (293.3 kg)bike + rider • bike is 67.5% of total mass

Ducati 900 SS Super Sport weight & related specs

Model years covered 1990, 1991, 1992
Wet / running weight 436.5 lb (198 kg)
Engine displacement 904 cc
Fuel capacity 3.04 US gal (11.5 L) to 4.62 US gal (17.5 L)
Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) 18.9 lb (8.6 kg) to 28.7 lb (13 kg)

Weight changes by model year

The 1990 model is used as the baseline where data is available. Only later supplied values that differ are shown below. A year pill does not mean every individual weight field was supplied for that year.

Fuel capacity
1991-19924.62 US gal (17.5 L)
Full-tank fuel weight
1991-199228.7 lb (13 kg)

Useful weight calculations

Displacement per pound 2.07 cc / lb
Weight per 100 cc 48.3 lb / 100 cc
Fuel weight as % of bike weight 4.3% to 6.6%

What the weight numbers tell you

Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Ducati 900 SS Super Sport is heavier than about 54.9% of 51 Ducati sport bikes with compatible weight data.
A full tank is not weightless: the 3.04 US gal (11.5 L) to 4.62 US gal (17.5 L) listed capacity works out to approximately 18.9 lb (8.6 kg) to 28.7 lb (13 kg) of gasoline. This is an estimate rather than a Ducati curb-weight specification.

Ducati 900 SS Super Sport weight FAQ

How much does the Ducati 900 SS Super Sport weigh?

The available wet/running figure is 436.5 lb (198 kg). This is more representative of the motorcycle you actually push, park and ride than a dry-only specification.

How does the Ducati 900 SS Super Sport weight compare with similar Ducatis?

It is not an extreme outlier for the category. The model ranks around the 55th percentile for weight among 51 compatible Ducati sport bikes.

Are all Ducati 900 SS Super Sport model years the same weight?

The supplied comparable weight values do not show a meaningful change across the 1990-1992 years covered here.

What does a full tank of gas weigh on the Ducati 900 SS Super Sport?

A full tank works out to about 18.9 lb (8.6 kg) to 28.7 lb (13 kg) from the listed 3.04 US gal (11.5 L) to 4.62 US gal (17.5 L) capacity. Actual fuel density varies slightly, so treat it as a practical estimate.

What does the Ducati 900 SS Super Sport weigh with a 180 lb rider?

The approximate combined total is 616.5 lb (279.6 kg) with a 180 lb rider, based on the representative wet/running weight used on this page.

What is the Ducati 900 SS Super Sport displacement per pound?

The model has about 2.07 cc per lb in the available data. This simply shows how much engine displacement there is for each pound of motorcycle weight.

Is the Ducati 900 SS Super Sport easy to move around by hand?

The number is manageable for a road bike, but you still notice it when parking, making tight low-speed turns or catching a lean. On the move, chassis balance can make it feel lighter than the scale suggests.

Official information note

Motorcycle specifications can vary by model year, market, equipment and the exact dry/curb-weight definition. Calculated fuel-weight and ratio figures on this page are estimates derived from the supplied specifications. Confirm critical figures in the owner’s manual or on the official Ducati website.