Ducati is well known to crank out “Limited Edition” bikes that consist of some graphics and a unique number plate to try to create a scarce supply / high demand situation. But alongside the marketing LEs, there are also some truly rare and special offerings that remind us what Ducati is capable of. The 996…
After the 916 set the world alight, the two-seater 996 allowed a close friend to sit by the fire with you. From a collector’s almost-empty garage, this biposto has had recent maintenance for the long term. 2000 Ducati 996 Biposto for sale on eBay Looking almost as svelte as a 916, the 996 sports 112…
Hard for a sport rider to keep any factory’s stock set-up, but the 2005 Honda RC51 SP2 might be a good candidate. This seriously black stocker from Mass. has all the SP2 goodness and none of the typical farkles. 2005 Honda RVT1000R / RC51 SP2 for sale on eBay After two successful years with the…
If your significant other said there was room for just a single bike on your side of the garage, a 996 SPS might be a worthy choice. This turn-of-the-century model has been babied but not left un-ridden. 2000 Ducati 996 SPS for sale on eBay The SPS was the top of the line for 2000,…
Looking to use Ducati’s own rule book, Honda introduced the V-twin RC51 and went superbike racing. This excellent example shows very little wear for its 8,000 miles, and looks worth its not-insignificant asking price. 2001 Honda RC51 – SP1 for sale on eBay Comparing to the 996S, the Honda’s engine is slightly more oversquare, and…
Last seen on RSBFS in 2015, Bimota’s SB8R-S brought Suzuki’s TL-1000 twin to the Rimini carrozzeria. Out of Vegas with minimal pertinent information, the condition of this SB8RS is to drool for. 2000 Bimota SB8R-S Carbon for sale on eBay As Bimota liked to do, they took a leading drivetrain and wrapped it in their…
By the late 1990s, Ducati’s success in production-based racing and general iconic-ness meant a new emphasis on v-twins for many manufacturers. It helps that a v-twin package makes for a great roadbike, with flexible midrange torque and lots of character at any speed. As a bonus a v-twin just sounds like a motorcycle. With 916-level…
Though you would had to have been a racer or one of your Ducati dealer’s best customers to rate a 996 SPS back in 2000, they are starting to appear with some regularity. Most have just introductory miles like this one, and are carefully tended. 2000 Ducati 996 SPS #1214 for sale on eBay Ducati…