Why Does Ducati Get So Hot?
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Ducati motorcycles tend to get very hot due to their high power output and insufficient heat dissipation. Here are some specific details about Ducati: 1. Introduction: Ducati is an Italian motorcycle manufacturer founded by Antonio in 1926, headquartered in Bologna, Italy. Its products are renowned for their outstanding performance and distinctive Italian design. 2. Positioning: Ducati is a unique motorcycle brand. While everyday motorcycles serve as the best means of transportation and Harley-Davidson represents a certain lifestyle, Ducati stands as a high-performance toy driven by passion and dedication. Ducati does not manufacture motorcycles to meet market demands but rather out of sheer love for the craft.
The Ducati's notorious heat issue is primarily related to its V-twin engine. With a narrow cylinder angle, the rear cylinder is almost blocked by the front one, leaving insufficient cooling space. Additionally, Ducati particularly favors air-cooled engines, unlike Japanese bikes that prefer liquid cooling. The metal engine casings conduct heat too quickly. When idling at traffic lights in summer, the fan can't dissipate heat fast enough, causing warmth to rise directly from the fuel tank bottom—enough to curl your leg hairs. Once, riding a Streetfighter in shorts during summer, I felt my knees were on a teppanyaki grill at a red light. After dismounting, I even found a small hole burnt into my pants by the exhaust pipe.
I think the heat issue mainly stems from Ducati's design philosophy. It pursues pure mechanical sensation, with the exposed engine mounted right in the middle of the frame, causing extremely fast heat conduction. It gets even worse after exhaust modifications - you can get blisters just by touching the exhaust pipe cover when parked. Among motorcycle enthusiasts, we all know it's best to wear thick riding pants when riding a Ducati. In winter it's a mobile heater, and in summer it becomes a mobile sauna. Last time my friend gave a girl a ride on his Monster, her calf got burned and she screamed - now it's an inside joke in our group chat: 'If the pillion seat burns your legs, it's definitely an authentic Ducati.' But this fiery temperament is also part of its charm.
