2001 Ducati Superbike 996R Owners Manual - Page 130
2001 Ducati Superbike 996R Manual
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Frame Tubular trellis frame with upper section made of highstrength steel. Steering angle (on each side): 27° For improved performance on track the headstock angle can be changed (see page 44). Wheels Five-spoke light-alloy rims. Front wheel Dimensions: 3.50x17" Rear wheel Dimensions: 5.50x17" Front wheel spindle can be removed. The rear wheel is overhanging with respect to the sprocket hub and secured with a nut and safety clip. In this way, the rear wheel can be quickly replaced. Tyres Front tyre Tubeless, radial tyre. Size: 120/70-ZR17. Rear tyre Tubeless, radial tyre. Size: 190/50-ZR17. E STANDARD steering setting for road riding is as follows: Steering head angle: 24°30' Trail: 97 mm. For track riding, setting can be modified to the following values: Steering head angle: 23°30' Trail: 91 mm. Note When headstock is set to 23°30', steering lock will not operate. 62