2008 Ducati Desmosedici D16RR

For Sale: 2008 Ducati Desmosedici D16RR MotoGP Superbike

Here is another one of those “super rare” MotoGP replica bikes, bristling with amazing technology, and sold at a price point well above the reaches of mere mortals. Forgive the jaded author here – we at RSBFS have seen more than our fair share of these Italian marvels – enough to make you think that they are nearly (gasp!) just another garden variety Ducati.

Of course to think of this as “just another Ducati” really misses the point. After all, the D16 is a high-water mark for motorcycle manufacturers, and Ducati is to be congratulated for bringing a bike so close to MotoGP specs to the street.

From the seller:
I am listing my 2008 Ducati Desmosedici D16RR for sale. Yes, its the real deal motogp replica. Ducati’s V4 990cc, Ohlins nitrogen forks, Brembo brakes, Marchisini forged wheels..all the goodies. I am the original owner.

I’ve taken it twice to deals gap which is where most of the miles were placed. The bike absolutely loves to be ridden. Its a real gp bike and doesn’t like stop and go traffic. Because I bought the bike to ride and not just look at, I purchased a full fiberglass Catalyst front fairing. I then had it professionally painted to match the OEM Desmosedici colors, with proper lettering. I purchased all Desmo OEM quick release Dzus fastners, as well as a Ducati OEM double bouble windscreen. It looks amazing and no one can believe its not the OEM stuff. The OEM carbon front fairing with windscreen, fastners, etc. has been carefully packaged, and will be included in the auction. In addition, I purchased a full carbon fiber rear hugger. It looks awesome and completes the bike.

The bike will come will all the Ducati extras including the rear stand, cover, sticker kit, spare exhaust, battery tender, paperwork, etc that came from Ducati with the original purchase. It currently has the race exhaust and ecu set up. The bike sounds awesome and simply performs like no other bike. Its #446 of 1500 total produced and has all factory recalls and updates completed by Ducati of Miami. They are meticulous, have the most experience with the Desmosedici, and are the only ones whom I’ve let touch this bike. When purchased, the bike came with a 3 year factory warranty from Ducati, which expires in August of 2011.

I’m also including in the auction 3 brand new Bridgestone rear tires. Because the rear wheel is the real MotoGP wheel, its a 16” and requires a special tire from Bridgestone. I purchased 3 to have as spares. The Bridgestone tires on the Desmo are very soft race compound. The bike recently had new front and rear tires placed by Ducati Miami.

The bike has never been on a track. The bike has never been down, dropped, or abused. Its been well cared for, maintained, garaged, and treated with TLC. For completeness, I will try to disclose any imperfections I can. I have provided pictures of all the areas to be discussed. There is a very small chip on the left front fender, from a rock I think. Its small and I did take a picture of it. I used a go pro my last trip to the gap and the tank has a small swirl on it from suction cup. This is really super minor and actually you need to be under direct sunlight looking at it from a particular angle to see it. I’m really being nit picky on this one, but I’m trying to include any imperfections I can. Lastly the dash has what appears to be a minor nick. Again, pictures of all these are included. Most are so small you’d not notice unless pointed out or really looking closely. I’m pretty anal, and none of these areas were enough to get me concerned. Overall the bike is imaculate and looks new.

When new, these were $72,000+ machines that were hard to come by even if you had that kind of money. These days, there seem to be many available on the used market, and most are low-mileage, well-loved examples. This particular bike appears to be just such a find, and with the original owner taking the hit on depreciation, this could be a bargain as well. The auction is currently at $35,000 with the reserve still in place. If you would like to start the New Year with a D16RR, then

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