A bit down on their luck in the late seventies and early 1980’s, Ducati brought out a string of repli-racers celebrating Mike Hailwood’s 1978 Isle of Man win. The ultimate was a 973cc desmodue, claiming 76 hp and and a new frame design. This collector bike has under 3,000 miles and would make an outstanding…
Using Ducati’s air-cooled 1100 desmodue, the rest of the Bimota DB6R pushed a lot of boundaries in the name of light weight and design. Spot-on ergonomics and handling had many reviewers proclaiming it the best naked bike ever. Certainly one of the most unique, and rare as only a $35K naked can be. 2008 Bimota…
Midway through Cagiva’s management, Ducati addressed the junior rider markets, and developed SuperSports based on the 750SS, cylinders sized for 398cc. The factory saw the folly of shipping them to regions without progressive licensing laws, so they never arrived stateside. Performance didn’t start a grey market-frenzy however, and a 400SS sighting is a singular experience. …
6.26.2017: The seller has notified us that this bike has sold to one of our readers. Congratulations to buyer and seller! -dc Subject of – this – RSBFS feature back in January, the new owner of this very mint CR has misgivings about putting miles on such a showpiece, and would like to make it…
The past few years have gone by like a flash, but even more so for this very mint Ducati special. Built just in 2001 and -02, the retro-tech Mike Hailwood commemorative began Ducati’s Sport Classic phase. Hard to believe the concept was shown in 1998 and the run of 2000 sold out within hours via…
Every so often a future classic pops up, but with too many niggling questions to be worth pursuing. A lightweight air-cooled desmodue, the 1998 Ducati 900 SS/CR is a pending collectible and great rider. With not much of anywhere to hide mysteries, this CR appears free of damage and the long-past salvage title might make…
Acknowledging the short Canadian riding season, this pretty 750 Sport was photographed some fine un-wintry day. But if a classic carburetted desmodue is up your alley, plan for spring’s eventual arrival and check this auction for a low-mile Ducati which has only been ridden by its first owner. 1990 Ducati 750 Sport for sale on…
Ducati SportClassics were made from 2006-2010, and with their cafe-racer looks, were very popular with customizers. The dual-spark 992cc engine was fuel injected, and its reliability lent itself more to breathing upgrades than internal work. This example has had intake and exhaust work and some well-executed cosmetic upgrades. 2007 Ducati Sport 1000 Biposto for sale…
