The 899, like its bigger brother suffers
from insufficient cooling. Not as bad but still. Had the pleasure to ride and
race at Mugello and Misano during summer. It was hot (38-40 Celsius), even for
Italians, they called the heat wave “Lucifer” so all bikes regardless of brand,
except those with race radiators struggled. I had removed the oil pan and
re-mounted my fan. After 3 laps, I was seeing 99 degrees on mu display. Not
healthy. Even in my native cold Sweden I usually ride with 92 degrees and I
have been told that the CPU on the 899 reduces power over 85 degrees to save
the engine.
Therefore, I have invested in a kit from JM
Race radiators in the Netherlands. My theory is that the heat exchanger doesn’t
work well. Its not used for the Panigale V4, so I think Ducati also realized
that it was a bad idea. The JM Raceradiator has a more traditional set up with
air cold oil radiator.
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