Highlights
- Special edition bike commemorating Mike Hailwood's historic victory at the '79 Isle of Man TT
- Original paint in the iconic red/green/white livery
- Modified oil passage for improved crankshaft lubrication
- Original exhausts included with the sale
The Appeal
The Ducati MHR (Mike Hailwood Replica) is a legendary motorcycle created to commemorate Mike Hailwood's historic comeback victory at the 1978 Isle of Man TT. Racing-style fairings, an eyecatching livery and impressive performance - it's an exhilarating, striking machine that's performance driven and smooth-running, with an aggressive stance and a 900cc bevel-drive desmodromic engine that sounds as monumental as it does refined.
This 1982 example presents in very good condition with its original paint in the iconic red, green, and white livery. Having been meticulously maintained and stored indoors during winter months (in the owner's kitchen, no less), everything is very close to standard, save for a modified oil passage to aid crankshaft lubrication.
This 1982 example presents in very good condition with its original paint in the iconic red, green, and white livery. Having been meticulously maintained and stored indoors during winter months (in the owner's kitchen, no less), everything is very close to standard, save for a modified oil passage to aid crankshaft lubrication.
History and Paperwork
- Registered in 1982 in France
- Well-maintained vehicle, considering its mileage and condition
- Stored in the owner's kitchen during winter
- Driven responsibly ("like a good family man!")
- The serial numbers are reported to match
The Condition
- Original paint
- Very well presented with only gentle signs of use
- Decals and branding all present and correct
- Seat is in fine fettle
- Wheels in good order
The Mechanics
- 863.9cc 90º L-twin desmodromic engine
- 5-speed manual transmission
- Very original throughout
- Modified oil passage for better crankshaft lubrication
- Exhaust replaced with a 2-in-1 system, but original exhausts included (in average condition)
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