The Ducati 998 was an evolution of the already successful 996, which was itself an evolution of the original 916. Far from yet another warmed over model with minor cosmetic changes, the 998 was a substantially new beast in the same wolf’s clothing. Making significant changes to the engine bay in order to remain competitive…
With the introduction of the 851 in 1987, Ducati fired a shot across the bow of World SBK racing. They were in it to win it. And like biblical clockwork, the 851 begat the 888, which paved the way for the revolutionary 916. The 916 grew in capacity to 996cc, and ultimately to 998cc to…
Ducati went all in on special editions in 2003 after Troy Bayliss took home the metal in the 2001 World Superbike Championship and American teammate Ben Bostrom followed him to third. They kicked out a special edition 2002 Ducati 998S for each man, wearing special carbon fairing pieces, Ohlins suspension, colored chromoly frames and Marchesini…
Update 3.9.2018: Seller indicates that this bike is SOLD! Congratulations to buyer and seller! -dc Built to commemorate the exploits of Ben Bostrom in WSBK, Ducati commissioned 155 units of a special liveried 998s for the occasion. With a fierce splash of color to celebrated the American rider, the Bostrom edition differs little from the…
Today is a bit about eye candy. Well, it’s really all about eye candy. My day really comes together when I see a great machine photographed in a manner that really makes it pop. Today’s seller has done just that, and I welcome you to sit back, relax, and enjoy the sublime photos of a…
Following Ben Bostrom’s very successful 2000 World SuperBike season, Ducati commissioned a boldly painted first-year 998S special edition in his honor. Building only 155 ( his race number ) units for the USA and another 155 for Europe ensured their rarity, and using the 916-derived design and the new Testastretta engine ensured legendary performance. Often…
For some the ultimate Ducati sportbike, the 916 launched a million dreams ( and posters ). After a 10-year run, the 998S Final Edition was the last 916-based model, and this one was tucked away right after delivery. 2004 Ducati 998S Final Edition for sale on eBay 998’s were produced only in 2002-03, and by…
The Ben Bostrom replica is one of the more polarizing reps amongst our readers. The haters cite that it’s just another number plate special with questionable looking graphics, and they’re not wrong. But Bostrom fans consider it a fantastic piece of memorabilia that also happens to be Ducati 998S, a model that no one has…