Ducati 888 STRADA (1993–1994) — Specs

Identity

Manufacturer: Ducati

Model: 888 STRADA

Category: Motorcycle

Type: Motorcycle

Years: 1993 → 1994

Engine

Displacement (cc): 888

Cylinders: 2

Power (hp): 98

Power (kW): 72

Torque (Nm): 92

Dimensions

Overall length: 2180 mm

Overall width: 830 mm

Overall height: 1200 mm

Wheelbase: 1480 mm

Ground clearance: 150 mm

Weight (kg): 219

Tank (L): 19

Tires

Front tire: 120/60 ZR17

Rear tire: 170/60 ZR17

Front pressure (bar): 2.5

Rear pressure (bar): 2.9

Drivetrain

Drive chain: 525 chain, 96 links

Sprockets (front / rear): 15 / 36

Ignition

Spark plug: NGK R2525-9

Plug gap: 0.6 mm

Fluids & Filters

Engine oil: 10W-60

Engine oil (with filter, L): 3

Engine oil (without filter, L): 2.8

Oil filter: Hiflofiltro HF159

Air filter: Hiflofiltro HFA6002

Coolant (L): 2.9

Brake fluid: DOT 4

Fuel consumption

Estimated range: ~345 km on a full tank (19.0 L)

Service

Battery: OEM battery specification

Service interval (km): 10000

Service interval (months): 12

Valve check (km): 24000

Parts and consumables for this motorcycle

Data is gathered with care, but without guarantee. Always confirm critical information with your dealer or workshop.

Service notes

Service interval: every 10,000 km or 12 months, whichever comes first. Valve clearance check every 24,000 km. Valve clearance — intake cold 0.10-0.12 mm, exhaust cold 0.15-0.17 mm. Engine oil: oil grade 10W-60, 3 L with filter change, 2.8 L without filter change. Spark plug: NGK R2525-9 (gap 0.6 mm). Brake fluid: DOT 4. Coolant capacity: 2.9 L. Chain: 96 links, sprockets 15/36 teeth. Tire pressure: front 2.5 bar, rear 2.9 bar (cold). Tire size: front 120/60 ZR17, rear 170/60 ZR17. Always confirm critical values with the workshop manual or an authorised dealer.

OEM and quality aftermarket parts that fit this bike. Always confirm with your dealer before ordering.

Engine oil

Spec: 10W-60, 3.0 L (with filter), 2.8 L (without filter)

OEM OEM recommended engine oil
Premium Motul 7100 4T (100% Synthetic, Ester)
Premium Motul 5100 4T Technosynthese (Semi-Synthetic)

Which Motul for this bike?

	Motul 7100 4T ✓	Motul 5100 4T
Product	Motul 7100 4T — 100% fully synthetic	Motul 5100 4T — semi-synthetic
Best for	Sport, Naked, Adventure (600cc+), track	Standard, Cruiser, Scooter, daily use
RPM protection	Excellent — ester base, stable under load	Good — for normal riding conditions

Standard Repsol Moto Racing 4T (Synthetic)
Standard Elf Moto 4 Tech (Semi-Synthetic)

Fully Synthetic vs Semi-Synthetic

	Fully Synthetic	Semi-Synthetic
Base oil	100% chemical synthesis (ester or PAO)	Mineral oil + synthetic additives
Heat resistance	Excellent — stable at extreme heat & RPM	Good — suitable for normal temperatures
Cold start	Better — reaches engine faster when cold	Good — adequate for normal climates
Change interval	Longer (up to 10,000 km)	Shorter (5,000–7,000 km typical)
Price	Higher	Lower

Oil filter

Spec: Hiflofiltro HF159

Premium Hiflofiltro HF159
Premium K&N KN-159

Air filter

Spec: Hiflofiltro HFA6002

Standard Hiflofiltro HFA6002

Spark plug

Spec: NGK R2525-9, gap 0.6 mm

Front brake pads

Rear brake pads

Drive chain

Spec: 96 links | Sprockets 15/36 teeth / 96 links

Front tire

Spec: 120/60 ZR17, 2.5 bar

OEM OEM 120/60 ZR17

Rear tire

Spec: 170/60 ZR17, 2.9 bar

OEM OEM 170/60 ZR17

Battery

Premium Yuasa YTX14-BS or YTZ12S (typical 750-1000cc)

Brake fluid

Spec: DOT 4

Standard TotalEnergies HBF4

Coolant

Spec: 2.90 L coolant capacity

Service interval

Spec: 10 000 km / 12 months

OEM Engine oil + oil filter change
OEM Air filter inspection
OEM Spark plug check
OEM Brake fluid replacement: every 2 years

Valve check

Spec: 24 000 km

OEM Intake clearance: cold 0.10-0.12 mm
OEM Exhaust clearance: cold 0.15-0.17 mm

Suspension

Spec: 41 mm USD fork / 383 ml SAE 5W

OEM Fork: 41 mm USD fork
OEM Fork oil grade: 383 ml SAE 5W