Ducati Sporting Club UK > Model Specific - Discussion, Technical Problems and Help > 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 > 998R - what's it like on the track??

[DAVE HARRIS]

I agree with tim although the 998R is more powerfull and is definately better on track due to the linear throttle It lacks the manic hit you get on a 996SPS when it hits the powerband, which is great fun but can be unsettling on the track also wheelies take more skill on the SPS again due to the non linear throttle response (remember my track and wheelie skills are poor compared to tim etc).

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dave

ps the difference is 1cc and a shorter stroke , as I said to annette a shorter stroke with a bigger piston makes all the difference!!