Lighting and Indicators
While the headlamp introduces a new and highly compact lighting shape which blends with the single piece nose fairing and front fender molding, the rear light employs a specially designed strip of LEDs enhanced by a high diffusion lens shaped into the sleek lines of the tailpiece.  The same LEDs are intensified under braking.  The front directional indicators also employ the latest in LED technology for illumination, and are ingeniously integrated into the hand guards that also support the foldable rear view mirrors.

Tail Section
The high intensity LED rear light assembly is molded into a unique tailpiece positioned high behind the seat.  The supporting structure has been designed so that the under part of the tailpiece is formed perfectly to offer a sturdy pair of pillion grab-handles.  This ingenious solution not only helps to merge the rear light into the Hypermotard styling but also provides a safe grip for passengers.

Ducati Data Analyser (DDA)
With the purchase of the DDA, which includes PC software, a USB-ready data retrieval card and instructions, owners can review and analyze the performance of the Hypermotard and its rider, and make comparisons between various channels of information.  The DDA is available from Ducati Performance Accessories.

Normally used on race bikes only, the system records numerous channels of data including throttle opening, vehicle speed, engine rpm, engine temperature, distance traveled, laps and lap times.  The system also automatically calculates engine rpm and vehicle speed data so as to display gear selection as an additional channel of information.  At the end of a ride or track session, up to 2MB (approximately 3.5 hours) of data can be downloaded to your PC ready to compare, analyze and get an inside view of the rider’s and the Hypermotard’s performance.

Data can be analyzed in graphic form with options to zoom into detail of specific sections.  Dragging a trace along a timeline to reveal individual values of the above listed channels enables the user to analyze performance in the same way as data technicians in factory teams.

Exhaust System
The Hypermotard’s 2-1-2 catalytic exhaust system with lambda probe is Euro 3 compliant.  Its lightweight and compact design is achieved using 1mm thick tubing which terminates in Ducati’s trademark twin under-seat, black exhaust mufflers, stylishly contrasted with great looking aluminum end caps.

Engine
The Hypermotard 1100 is powered by the incredible Ducati two-valve, air-cooled, Desmodromic Dual Spark engine, giving it outstanding power delivery, from grunting low RPMs to the singing howl at redline.  The Hypermotard 1100 engine, which is an evolution of the Multistrada 1100 engine, flexes its muscles with a big 98mm bore and short 71.5mm stroke to make 90 horses and 76 pounds of torque.

In keeping with its extreme character, engineers chose the Ducati ‘dry’ racing-style clutch for the Hypermotard, the popular preference of thousands of Ducatisti the world over.  Furthermore, the primary drive gears have been advanced with a new lightweight construction.

Power is optimized with fuel injected into 45mm throttle bodies and a 2-1-2 exhaust system that exits high behind the rear of the saddle.  Two spark plugs per cylinder, Dual Spark, optimizes combustion temperatures and increases maximum power and torque throughout the rev range, enhancing reliability and reducing fuel consumption.

Compact and purposeful, the Desmo Twin engine’s lightweight and narrow L-Twin layout, no wider than a single cylinder, ensures that the bike is lean and agile.  The air-cooled design eliminates all the water radiators, hoses, valves, reservoirs and pumps, keeping the motorcycle’s weight down to a minimum 390lbs (177kg) and its lines clean and race-like.

With more experience and success with twin-cylinder high performance engines than any other manufacturer in the modern era, the air-cooled L-Twin remains central to Ducati’s philosophy of motorcycling.  This experience, plus constant investment in quality by design, advanced materials and engineering techniques, has allowed Ducati to reduce the cost of scheduled maintenance by as much as 50%.

Hypermotard S
Adding ‘S’ to the Hypermotard takes the thrills and road holding to the highest level.

The outstanding Marzocchi 50mm forks of the ‘S’ include a durable low friction, DLC (diamond-like carbon) black coating to the sliders, making the Hypermotard ‘S’ respond effortlessly to every minute variation in the tarmac and improve its already impressive road holding.

The advanced ‘S’ suspension is further enhanced with an Öhlins remote reservoir rear shock, renowned in racing circles as the ultimate performance choice.  This incredible shock is fully adjustable for compression and rebound damping and spring preload ensuring that the ‘S’ is readily adaptable to riding style and every road it challenges.

With a bike as capable as the Hypermotard 1100 S, superior stopping power is fundamental. By using the same Brembo Monobloc calipers first introduced to the world on the new 1098 Superbike, world class braking performance is assured.  Each caliper is created from a single casting, as compared to the conventional two piece construction, to ensure rigid flex-free operation and a consistent solid ‘feel’ at the lever.  And to ensure that the look of the calipers matches the ‘S’ personality, each is machine finished.

Professional racers know that one of the best ways to improve the handling and performance of a motorcycle is to reduce unsprung weight by upgrading to superior lightweight wheels.  Even from a distance, the black Marchesini wheels with red pin-stripe confirm the ‘S’ performance of this Hypermotard.

Created from forged then machined alloy, both front and rear wheels are significantly lighter (2 kg less than the standard version) and create a lower moment of inertia and unsprung weight for improved handling and quicker steering.

Mounted to the wheels are new Z-rated Pirelli Diablo Corsa III tyres. Designed to deliver racing performance on the road, they warm up quickly, give great feedback, are stable under severe braking and feature dual compound construction on the rear.

The ‘S’ lightweight performance and extreme look is further enhanced with the liberal use of carbon fiber. The advanced composite is used for the fork protectors, timing belt covers, front fender rear section and tail side covers.

The Hypermotard ‘S’ – maximum performance, minimum weight, extreme attitude.

Color Scheme
Tank Frame Wheels
HYPERMOTARD 1100 Red/Red/Black
HYPERMOTARD 1100 S Red/Red/Black

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