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1998 Ducati 900SS FE

auctions — Wed, 29 Jun 2022 00:46:42 +0000

This is a beautiful low mileage original example of the iconic 1998 Ducati 900SS FE. With only 5,159 miles accumulated from the first owner, this is in exceptionally fine preserved condition. The Ducati Super Sport came to a halt and called its final production FE, for Final Edition. This Final Edition is number 228 of 300 that were made for the North American Market.

The Final Edition version came with major updates including special bodywork, tank design and upgraded suspension. The additional features of the 900SS Final Edition include a unique numbered engraved tag, a carbon fiber mudguard, the single seat configuration and was only available in Grigio (Silver).

David Thorpe from Cave Creek, AZ acquired this Ducati new and accumulated just over 5,000 miles. The current owner acquired it from Mr. Thorpe in April of 2016. Immediately upon his acquisition of the Ducati, he carefully decommissioned it in order to preserve the like new condition and added it to his extensive motorcycle collection.

The only color available for the Final Edition series is Grigio (Silver) over the bronze trellis frame. This Ducati is in nearly showroom condition. The Ducati is free from any accidents or mishaps. The black vinyl solo seat is also in excellent condition. All plastics and hardware are in excellent condition and the only known modification to the Ducati are the MFW mirrors. The original mirrors are included with the purchase. This Ducati features include a monoposto tail section, a front fairing with integrated turn signals, a clear windscreen, and a carbon-fiber chain guard and fenders.

The Final Edition is powered by the venerable air-cooled 904cc L-twin that had garnered great success for the Super Sports bikes throughout the 1990’s with 84 hp and peak torque at just 6,400 rpm. With this drive-train, the Ducati 900SS FE is capable of reaching a maximum top speed of 136.7 MPH. This example is equipped with an Ohlins rear shock, Brembo dual front disc brakes, Brembo Rear disc brake, Veglia-Borletti gauges, including an 11k-rpm tachometer and a 160 MPH speedometer.

This Ducati has been carefully stored in climate-controlled showroom. The Ducati comes with a clear title.

For more information and details, please call or text or email Harry Clark at +1. 602.245.7200 or sales@classicpromenade.com. The Ducati is available for viewing at our Phoenix showroom.

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1977 Ducati 900SS Desmo

auctions — Mon, 09 May 2022 19:01:32 +0000

This is highly preserved and low mileage example of the venerable 1977 Ducati 900SS Desmo. With only 6,514 miles since new and largely original, this is a rare survivor. The 900SS is considered to be one of the great café racers from the 1970’s. The 990SS benefitted from many upgrades made to the frame, styling, and performance with its powerful 864 cu in, 80 HP engine. Few have made it into the U.S., making this a great bike to add to your collection.

In an article featured in the September 2001 edition of the The Classic MotorCycle magazine, the Ducati 900SS is “…one of the most visually alluring motorcycles ever built”. This example is on its original chassis (No. 1777) with the iconic blue and silver paint scheme. This 900SS features its original paint on the fuel tank, fairing, and fenders. It is increasingly difficult to find such excellent original examples, making this a rare survivor. The current owner purchased this 900SS from Mark Cummings from Haltom, TX in May 2016. He then verified that the Ducati ran properly and decommissioned it as part of his collection of rare vintage motorcycles.

There have been only minor updates to the bike from the previous owner, from the K&N intake to the see-through Desmo cover. The 900SS features Smiths tachometer and speedometer, Conti exhaust, and Borrani wheels.

The striking and iconic silver and blue paint is mostly original and is in very nice overall condition. There are only a few minor paint chips on the front fender and behind the seat. The decals are showing their age with some cracking. The black vinyl seat appears original and is in very nice condition. This Ducati’s zipper on the seat is functioning properly, but is without its toolkit. The left side cover appears to have been repainted at some point as its patina than the original paint. The chrome and stainless steel components are all in very nice original condition.

It comes with the original owner’s, parts manual and a lot of spare OEM parts from the previous owner who has been collecting parts for several years. Spare parts included in the sale front brake lever, Smiths gauges, oil filters, shocks, side stand, headlamp trim rings, sprockets, pipes, mufflers, and more.

For more information and details, please call or text or email Harry Clark at +1.623.404.9042 or sales@classicpromenade.com. The Ducati is available for viewing at our Phoenix showroom.

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