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Why did Ducati decide to use the desmodromic valve train rather than a more tradition valve train?

Ducati's use a unique method to open and close their valves. It's called the desmodromic valve train.

The desmodromic valve system does not use springs to close the valve, it uses the cam and has a valve closing lobe.

Desmo Valve Train

What are the benefits to removing valve springs from the valve train?

Why did Ducati use this type of valve mechanism as opposed to a more tradition under the bucket shim design?

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