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This motorcycle is Lot 13 of Bonhams Motorcycles Online – The Spring Sale; open for bidding 13-23rd February 2026. This Lot is available for public view and eventual collection from Bonhams Motorcycle Department, Milton Keynes.
Please see the Bonhams website for full details.
Auction Timings:
Bidding on all Lots commences Friday 13 February, 12:00 noon.
Bidding closes Monday 23 February, 12:00 noon, starting with Lot 13
Each subsequent Lot will then close one minute apart unless bidding remains active.
Public Viewing (BY APPOINTMENT ONLY):
All Lots:
Wednesday 18 February, 9am - 5pm
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Lot 13
1962 Ducati 250cc Café Racer
Registration no. 507 XVS
Frame no. DM250 82021
Engine no. DM250 15491
Designed by Fabio Taglioni, Ducati's first overhead-camshaft single - the 100 Gran Sport - appeared on the racetrack in 1954 and soon proved unbeatable in its class. A pair of 175cc roadsters was introduced for the 1956 season, the sports version of which was capable of more than 80mph, an astonishing achievement at the time and one that helped establish the 'giant killing' reputation long enjoyed by Ducati's miniature masterpieces. In 1959 the engine capacity was increased to 200cc (actually 204cc) for the Elite and 200SS models and then in 1961 came the first road-going 250, the Diana. Developed from a successful production racer, the sporting newcomer sold as the 'Daytona' in the UK and could be ordered with a race kit for track use. The kit boosted engine power and raised top speed from 84mph to the magic 'ton', demonstrating a potential for further development that would be fully realised by the Daytona's successor - the legendary Mach I.
First UK registered in October 2021, this Ducati Café Racer is an older restoration by a previous owner. The machine is offered from a small private collection and has been dry stored, the engine being turned over regularly. Relatively minor recommissioning and the customary safety checks should be required before returning it to the road.
£2, 000 - 3, 000
All lots are sold ‘as is/ where is’ and Bidders must satisfy themselves as to the provenance, condition, age, completeness and originality prior to bidding. Visit the Bonhams Motorcycles website for all pertinent auction information.
