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THE BIKE SPECIALISTS,
TRADING STANDARDS AWARD WINNERS 2021.
Here we have for sale our stunning Ducati 996SPS. Our example is in superb condition and has covered just 4, 950 miles from new. The bike was supplied new in Singapore hence it’s original RHD/ MPH lights and speedometer, It then sat unused in a collection until the owner imported into the UK in July 2007 and comes with the numbered head stock showing it is number 1373 of the limited production run. Supplied with a host of paperwork including old service receipts, MOT's and the original hand books and service books full of dealer stamps the last of which was a full belt service carried out in January 2020 and then again another service including belts in Jan 2022. The bike is fitted with Carbon Termignoni Exhaust pipes, upgraded Ducati five spoke black magnesium alloys, rear sets, various carbon upgrades including air pipes, rear swing arm and chain guard, heel and exhaust guards. The bike also comes with the original exhausts, tool kit, and original grey 5 spoke alloy wheels and tyres and will receive a belt service and full MOT prior to sale.
The 996SPS was produced between 1998 and 2001. In total there were 1, 780 produced in three versions. The first version in 1998 identified by its gold frame and gold Brembo three spoke wheels. The forks were Showa upside down and the engine as used in the 916sps at 996cc. In 1999 it remained mostly unchanged however a new alternator forced the way for a new crankshaft with late 1999 examples built using different cylinder heads manufactured for WSBK homologation requirements, the chassis remained unchanged. For 2000, the final year of production, a final version known to collectors as the SPS3 was produced, in this range the engine received minor modification however the Chassis received major attention making the 2000 series SPS the finest version of its genre
With usual SPS high spec components these examples now came with a new lightweight aluminium rear sub frame and new 43mm Ohlins forks taken from the World Superbike Racing programme. The frame and wheel colour was now grey. These examples are highly sort by collectors with Ohlins Gold tin coated fork legs and gold stanchions, it clearly epitomised Ducati’s reputation as the worlds most glamorous sport bike manufacturer, the 2000 SPS was the final Ducati Superbike using the desmo engine that started it all with the 851.
These bikes are getting harder to find, especially in this condition, and would be a great addition to any serious motorcycle collection. Do not miss this opportunity to purchase an asset that will only rise in value. We are able to offer full finance options and can arrange delivery UK and worldwide.
