Highlights

Believed one of only 277 final year 250s
UK-market bike first registered in 1974 with only four keepers
Extremely rare ‘Yellow Desmo’ paint scheme only available in final year
Showroom condition collector bike displayed by current and previous keepers
Stored in a heated brick built workshop in a purpose built display case
Reportedly starts on the first or second kick
The video is a good representation of the actual colour of the bike

The Appeal

It’s perhaps no surprise to learn that the current keeper displays this 250 Desmo in a bespoke display cabinet; this is a truly special bike. The 250 Mark 3 was built in very small numbers between 1967 and 1974, with the later models moving towards a café racer style. This is one of the final-year ‘Yellow Desmos’ of which just 277 are believed to have been built.

The term is bandied about a lot, but this is a genuine ‘collector grade’ bike that has been cherished by its current and previous keepers. The vendor acquired it in 2020 and has displayed it, as did the previous one. It is in fantastic, factory-correct condition - the yellow paintwork with its correct decals and black stripes presenting at a high level, as does the bright chrome.

Despite being a display bike, we are told that it starts and runs easily. This is a rare chance to acquire one of the best examples of these historically important and technologically advanced racers.

The vendor says:

“Handles beautifully. Admired wherever it goes. I believe you won't find a better one. Well looked after and maintained.”

History and Paperwork

First registered 5th August 1974 in the United Kingdom
Four registered UK keepers
Current keeper since April 2022
Stored in a heated brick built workshop in a purpose built display case
Previous keeper kept it in his living room for many years
V5C
Registered as a historic vehicle
Odometer reads 64 kilometres but is inoperative
Vendor states estimated actual reading is approximately 5,000 km (not verified)
Two keys with Ducati keyrings
Workshop manual
Some spare parts as shown
Magazine
VIN number: 104287

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The Condition

Factory correct and very rare ‘Yellow Desmo’ colour scheme
This finish was only available from 1973 for final year of production
Well kept paintwork with correct decals and black stripes
The vendor describes the motorcycle as being in stunning, showroom condition
The vendor states that everything works as it should
Bright chromework in very good condition
Veglia dials in good condition with mileage detailed above
Speedometer cable needs replacing as the fitted one does not work properly.

The Mechanics

SOHC 249cc single-cylinder engine with desmodromic valve actuation
Five-speed manual transmission
Reportedly starts very easily on the first or second kick
The vendor reports it handles beautifully

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