Ducati Apollo V4 The 1964 Ducati Berliner 1260 Apollo was a prototype 1,250 cc (76 cu in) V4 engine motorcycle producing 100 bhp (75 kW) and capable of over 120 mph (190 km/h). It was never put into production, but did influence other production Ducatis that followed. Both Ducati and their United States distributor, Berliner Motor Corporation, were experiencing declining sales of existing small-capacity single-cylinder models, and sought to create a bike to compete with Harley-Davidson. Berliner Motor was keen to have a model that could win lucrative police motorcycle supply contracts, and that could also sell as a civilian touring bike.FOR UPDATES
Ducati Apollo V4
This is from a promotional flyer distributed by Berliner Motor Corporation, which also included a front three quarter black and white view of the gold bike. The US$1,500 selling price would be US$10248 in 2008 dollars.
Specifications of the D/B V/4 - an exclusive project of DUCATI – BERLINER
SPORT ENGINE - 4 Cylinder 1260 cc, Bore x Stroke 84.5 x 56 mm
Carburetors 4 (SS 1 32 mm) - Compression Ratio 10:1 - Approx. 100 HP @ 7000 RPM
(Optional) Carburetors 2 (SS 1 24 mm) - Compression Ratio 8:1 - Approx. 80 HP @ 6000 RPM
Gearbox built in unit with the engine
Electric starter and kick starter
Five (5) speed, positive shift
Oil sump capacity 3.5 quarts
12 volt electrical system, 32 amp battery
Alternator 200 Watt, Starter engine: 0.50 kW
Wheelbase 1550 mm
Interchangeable and quickly detachable front and rear wheel
Front tire: Ribbed 5.00 X 16 inch Rear tire: Block tread 5.00 x 16 inch
Large full hub front and rear brakes
Rubber cushioned rear sprocket
"Roll on" center stand and side stand
Comfortable dual seat with sturdy Chrome plated hand rail.
Width; Engine 450 mm Handlebar 750 mm Ground clearance 170 mm
Chain 5/8 x 3/8 primary chain duplex,
Weight approx. 240 kg
The first production series will be manufactured early in 1965 for the European and other foreign markets. Shipments scheduled for the United States are planned for the second half of 1965. The price in the USA will be approximately $1500.
— Berliner Motor Corporation
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