VOL. 53 ISSUE 6 FEBRUARY 17, 2016 P81
tailored to suit the operating condi-
tions, and what you feel is a smoother
throttle and more consistent torque
across the rev range.
The XDiavel uses the same 56mm
throttle bodies as the Multistrada and
uses dual spark ignition with a second-
ary air injection into the exhaust to ex-
tinguish any unburned hydrocarbons,
but the cylinder heads have come in
for an overhaul to accommodate the
new chassis.
One of the main features of the
XDiavel is the new total lack of visible
wires and water hoses. The water
pump now sits in the middle of the
cylinders, inside the "L", meaning the
engine now becomes a visual show-
piece devoid of ugly water hoses.
The new Gates final drive belt is an-
other first for Ducati, who believe the
belt system is integral to the classic
design of a cruiser. The belt transmits
power from the six speed gearbox
to the massive 240-section rear tire,
with Ducati claiming 156 horsepower
at 9500 rpm and 95 lb-ft of torque at
5000 rpm.
