Highlights

Smart and very rare factory-standard 450R/T
Rare original lighting kit
Imported from the USA in 2012
Estimated to have covered only 500 miles since UK import
Dry stored in personal collection for many years

The Appeal

The 450R/T was Ducati’s perhaps slightly reluctant entry into the highly competitive world of American scrambler bikes. With its clever Desmodronic engine, it was technologically advanced, noted for its power and smoothness at high revs.

In period, it wasn’t a huge success and lasted only three years from 1971 to 1974. All of which makes survivors like this one a rare find for collectors. This bike is said to have arrived in the UK from the USA in 2012 and has been with the current keeper since 2013. Retaining its distinctive yellow paintwork plus rare original lighting kit, it is a reminder of how stylish these Ducati scramblers were.

The bike has been little used over the last 10 years so will likely require some recommissioning if you plan to use it. Alternatively, it would make a great addition to any static collection and is certain to be a talking piece.

History and Paperwork

First registered in 1971 in USA
Said to have been imported to the UK from the United States in 2012
Estimated to have covered approximately 500 miles since being in the UK
Was serviced regularly when in use
Has been dry stored in personal collection for many years
Last ridden approximately 10 years ago
Exempt from vehicle safety inspection due to age
VIN number 454388
V5C as shown
Old tax discs
Importation documents

The Condition

Factory standard bike in classic yellow with correct decals
Paintwork, decals and fittings show signs of age
Chromework is presentable with some age to note as shown
Features the rare original lighting kit
No speedometer present, so mileage cannot be confirmed
Retains many factory features including Ducati-branded pedal rubbers

The Mechanics

436cc SOHC Desmodronic single cylinder engine
5spd manual gearbox
The vendor states that it rode very well when in use
Descrived as very powerful for an old bike
Has not been on the road for 10 years
Will need recommissioning due to lack of recent use we are told

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