Ducati Apollo
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The 1964 Ducati Berliner 1260 Apollo was a prototype 1,257 cc (76.7 cu in) V4 engine motorcycle producing 100 bhp (75 kW) and capable of over 120 mph (190 km/h). It was never put into production, but did influence other production Ducatis that followed. Both Ducati and their United States distributor, Berliner Motor Corporation, were experiencing declining sales of existing small-capacity single-cylinder models, and sought to create a bike to compete with Harley-Davidson. Berliner Motor was keen to have a model that could win lucrative police motorcycle supply contracts, and that could also sell as a civilian touring bike.[2][3][4]
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Manufacturer | Ducati |
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Production | 1964 (2 units) |
Engine | 1,257 cc (76.7 cu in) air-cooled OHV 90° v-four[1] |
Bore / stroke | 84.5 mm × 56 mm (3.33 in × 2.20 in) |
Wheelbase | 1,554.48 mm (61.200 in) |
Dimensions | W: Engine 450 mm (18 in) Handlebars 750 mm (30 in) |
Seat height | 749.3 mm (29.50 in) |
Weight | 270 kg (600 lb) (dry) |
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