1996 Ducati 916 review from United States of America

I bought my 916 from an owner that did some repairs himself, thus doing some things subpar.

The crankcase leaked because of an incorrectly applied seal, but that's about the only thing wrong with the bike when I got it.

The acceleration on the 916 is probably similar to being strapped to a missile while it's being fired!!

One of the reasons it's so quick is that the computer module on the bike is re-chipped and aftermarket Termignoni exhaust installed, adding about 20-30 horsepower. Stock horse is about 114 @ 9000 rpm.

There's nothing like being able to twist the wrist and get away from traffic situations that could be potentialy dangerous.

The handling is definitely second to none. All I have to do is think about a turn, and the bike is there! The rake of the bike is lower in front for that aggressive stance so the bike has an aerodynamic posture.

It's a torque monster, and pops wheelies without a second thought.

Oh, and that Desmo V-Twin sound...