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1960 Ducati 125 Bronco

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1960 Ducati 125 Bronco

Specifications

Category
Sport
Displacement
124.4 ccm (7.59 cubic inches)
Displacement (cc)
124.40
Engine details
Single cylinder, four-stroke
Power
6.4 HP (4.7 kW) @ 6500 RPM
Top speed
85.0 km/h (52.8 mph)
Compression
6.8:1
Bore × stroke
55.2 x 52.0 mm (2.2 x 2.0 inches)
Fuel system
Carburettor. Dell´Orto ME18BS
Fuel control
Overhead Valves (OHV)
Ignition
Magneto
Lubrication
Dry Sump
Cooling
Air
Transmission
Chain (final drive)
Frame
Tubular Steel
Front suspension
Marzocchi Telescopic Hydraulic Damped Fork
Rear suspension
Dual shocks
Front tyre
2.75-16
Rear tyre
2.75-16
Front brakes
Expanding brake (drum brake)
Rear brakes
Expanding brake (drum brake)
Dry weight
91.0 kg (200.6 pounds)
Seat height
790 mm (31.1 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Height
980 mm (38.6 inches)
Length
1900 mm (74.8 inches)
Width
820 mm (32.3 inches)
Wheelbase
1290 mm (50.8 inches)
Fuel capacity
13.00 litres (3.43 US gallons)
Starter
Kick
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The 1960 Ducati 125 Bronco

The 1960 Ducati 125 Bronco represented Ducati's entry-level offering, serving as the gateway model into the Italian brand's lineup during the early 1960s. This small-displacement motorcycle delivered practical transportation with a distinctly European character, featuring a modest single-cylinder engine that prioritized reliability and fuel economy over outright performance. The Bronco rewarded patient, steady riding rather than aggressive acceleration, making it well-suited for urban commuting and casual weekend rides. Its relatively low seat height and manageable weight made it approachable for newer riders, while the 13-liter fuel tank provided decent range for its intended use. The 1960 model carried over without significant mechanical changes from the prior year — buyers comparing it to a 1959 example should focus on mileage, service history, and condition rather than spec differences. The 1960 Ducati 125 Bronco appeals primarily to collectors interested in preserving Ducati's early history, particularly those drawn to the brand's pre-superbike era when the company built practical transportation machines rather than performance exotics.

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