1990 Ducati 750 Sport
Miles: 28,671
Clean California Title
Listed Price: $3,500 Or Best Offer
Listing Ends: March 28th, 2025
Introduced in 1988 and a bit of a forgotten footnote today, the Ducati 750 Sport lived in the shadow of the new 851 that was grabbing headlines at the time for its thunderous 8-valve engine and world-class handling, while the modest, air/oil-cooled 750 Sport helped pay the bills and appealed to riders of more modest means. The new bike was based around a modified 750 F1 frame with the Pantah-derived, 2-valve 748cc Paso engine and five-speed transmission slotted right in. In the Paso, this engine boiled its fuel at low speeds and generally ran poorly, a result of that bike’s automotive-style Weber carburetor and fully-enclosed bodywork. Air circulation in the 750 Sport was much better, and the bike was overall improved in terms of engine performance, while both braking and handling generally received very positive reviews when the bike was new.
Selling my 1990 Ducati 750 sport with 28,600 miles. The bike is all original with the exception of the Mikuni carburetor upgrade, came with a Weber originally from the factory. This bike runs but needs a good looking over since it’s been in storage for years. The fork seals are leaking, and the rear shock needs rebuilding. There are some chips and small cracks in the fairings, and a small dent on the left edge of tank probably from storage. Tires are also old. Horn and turn signals aren’t currently working, not sure if it’s a bad relay or wiring. My asking price is what I have into it. Clean California title.
The seller mentions “the Mikuni carb upgrade,” which appears to replace the problematic original Weber unit with a pair of Mikuni CV carburetors as found on later Ducatis. The 16″ wheels are obviously a problem if you plan to fit modern, performance-oriented rubber. I’d suggest replacing the tires shown here immediately if you plan to ride the bike. The same issue afflicts the Paso, another somewhat maligned Ducati with lots to offer a modern rider, considering current values. The Ducati 750 Sport has been considered a bit of a dud by collectors until recently, and prices have generally been very low. Today, these are hard to find in nice condition and have a distinctive, vintage look that stands out in a crowd, although the later 900SS probably represents an equally affordable and more thoroughly-developed option.
-tad
