Description
H&H Classics National Motorcycle Museum | Solihull, West Midlands
Viewing: Tues 8th July from 1pm
Wed 9th July from 9am
Auction: 9th Jul, 2025 10:00
Location: Coventry Road, Bickenhill, Solihull B92 0EJ
1962 Ducati 175 TS
No Reserve
Registration No: 921 XVP
Frame No: MD50805
MOT: Exempt
Ideal lightweight Ducati 175 TS
Imported into the UK in 2020
Paperwork on file and current V5C
Although the Ducati manufacturing organisation could trace its history back to the 1920s it did not start manufacturing motorcycles until the late 1940s and early success led to the appointment of Fabio Taglioni as chief designer in 1954. His first design was a 98cc sporting overhead-camshaft machine, to become known as the Marianna and proved a great success and was to become a competitive entrant for long distance road events so favoured by the Italians. Taglioni built on his success with the introduction of larger displacement machines featuring the now established OHC design which was eminently suited to tuning and serious competition. During 1957, Ducati introduced a new machine using a variant of the over head cam engine aimed at riders seeking a versatile mount capable of commuting and touring. The 175 TS featured a more upright seating position and valanced mudguards in keeping with its intended role with production continuing until the mid-sixties.
Purchased by the vendor in 2020, as an imported machine with a NOVA number, he set about gaining an age-related number, so it could be used on UK roads. Some work has been carried out since its purchase and the original tank is included in the sale, although it is unpainted. The Ducati is being offered complete with a current V5C and NOVA and DVLA paperwork on file. Some light recommissioning may be required before use.
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Parking and entry into the auction is free for auction attendees with a catalogue, available at the door.
Catalogues can be purchased for £20 (admits 2 people).
