AI Damage2007 Ducati 1098: common problems
Owners of the 2007 Ducati 1098 filed 10 complaints with NHTSA, most often about engine and cooling and fuel system. Details by component below, with sources.
Key figures
- Owner complaints
- 10
What fails most often
- 1 Engine and cooling 60% of all complaints
- 2 Fuel system 30% of all complaints
- 3 Powertrain 20% of all complaints
- 4 Fuel/propulsion system 10% of all complaints
- Engine and cooling: 6 complaints (60% of all).
- Fuel system: 3 complaints (30% of all).
- Powertrain: 2 complaints (20% of all).
- Fuel/propulsion system: 1 complaints (10% of all).
Symptoms owners describe
How many of the 10 NHTSA complaints mention each symptom (automatic count from complaint text; one complaint can mention several).
Components owners complain about
| Component | Owner complaints | involving a crash | Technical service bulletins (TSB) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine and cooling | 6 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel system | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| Powertrain | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 1 | 0 | 0 |
What owners report
Short excerpts of NHTSA complaints in the original wording. These are owner statements not verified by NHTSA; personal data removed.
The gas tank on my 2007, ducati 1098 motorcycle cannot be secured to the bracket located on the frame of the motorcycle. The gas tank on this model motorcycle is made of plastic and expands due to the ethanol in the fuel. This makes the motorcycle unsafe to ride.
On most ducati motorcycles with a plastic fuel tank, the tank has been known and does indeed deform. It is said to affect motorcycles built as far back as they have used a plastic tank. It is said it is because of the ethanol in fuel sold here in the states, but now it is starting to happen in europe as well.
Possibility of rupture or fuel leaks post deformation exists, manufacturer's replacement tanks are made of the same material as the original, thus perpetuating the hazard.
I have complained to my local dealership that has serviced the bike since I purchased it new and to ducati usa about stalling issue and they act like there was nothing wrong with my bike and I am imaging there being a problem. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).
The contact stated that the vehicle would not shift into neutral and would completely shut down while driving between 10-70 mph or when attempting to park. Also, the rear sprocket that holds the chain was under recall and the contact was advised not to ride the vehicle.
Almost everytime the contact accelerates from a stop, the motorcycle stalls. He must restart the engine for the vehicle to properly accelerate. The most recent failure occurred while riding 5 mph.
1) vehicle stalls while coming to a stop or when stopped 2) a few times, vehicle stalled while cornering in 1st gear. Almost crashed. Other times, vehicle stalled while coming to stop at light and then light turns green. Almost get rear ended. 3) dealer replaced ecu based on service bulletin. Bike still stalls.
When owners complained
NHTSA complaints by filing year. The peak shows at what age the problems show up most.
Comparison
By complaint count this model year ranks 10,921 of 36,656 model years in the NHTSA data (top 30% most complained about).
On average one model year of the 1098 has 9 complaints (2 years in the data). This year has 10, above average.
What to check before buying
- Engine and cooling. Radiator and fan after a frontal hit, coolant level and condition, overheating.
- Fuel system. Fuel smell, leaks, rough running, fuel-system codes.
- Powertrain. Shift quality under load, harsh shifts, transmission codes, CV joints.
- Fuel/propulsion system. Fuel smell, leaks, rough running, fuel-system codes.
Other years of this model
Questions and answers
What are the most common problems with the 2007 Ducati 1098?
Owner complaints to NHTSA most often mention: engine and cooling, fuel system, powertrain. Total complaints: 10. The most frequent symptoms in complaint texts: stalls while driving (50%), fuel system, fuel smell (10%), knocking, grinding or other noise (10%).
How many service bulletins (TSB) were issued for the 2007 Ducati 1098?
NHTSA lists 0 manufacturer service bulletins for this year. A bulletin tells dealers how to diagnose or fix a known issue; it is not a recall.
Should I buy a 2007 Ducati 1098 from a US auction?
Owner complaints describe defects, not crash damage. Before bidding, check the components listed above and review the lot photos: VinWind builds a report of visible and hidden damage by VIN.
Other 2007 models
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Sources: public NHTSA data (USA): service bulletins and owner complaints; YouTube: links to videos credited to their authors. Complaints are owner statements not verified by NHTSA, and describe defects rather than crash damage. Data updated 2026-11-05.