Description
This motorcycle is Lot 414 to be auctioned by Bonhams at The Autumn Stafford Sale (The Classic Motorcycle Mechanics Show) on 12 & 13 October, please see the Bonhams website for full details.
Auction Timings:
Lots 1 - 176 are to be sold from 11:00 on Saturday 12th October 2024.
Lots 201 - 429 are to be sold from 11:00 on Saturday 13th October 2024.
Public Viewing:
Available 12th & 13th October 2024 from 09:00 until 17:00, at The Stafford County Showground (The Classic Motorcycle Mechanics Show).
Lot 414
1990 Ducati 900SS
Registration no. G766 PWT
Frame no. ZDM906SC2003875
Engine no. 3892
"If you're after all-out speed, practicality or reliability look elsewhere. If you want old school charm, a great twin cylinder sound track, stunning looks and handling to surprise the odd modern motorcycle the Ducati 900SS is worth a look", said MCN, about the 1990's Ducati 900SS.
In Cagiva ownership from 1985, Ducati continued to offer developments of the Fabio Taglioni-designed Pantah while developing an entirely new family of water-cooled models that would debut towards the decade's end in the form of the legendary 851 Superbike. At the same time, the Paso tourer's Weber carburetted 904cc air-cooled engine was put in the 750 Sport chassis to create the 900 Super Sport, its name recalling a famous model from the Bologna firm's not too distant past. Other noteworthy features included 17" wheels, larger Brembo brakes and Marzocchi suspension.
Acquired by the private vendor in 2012, this 900SS saw light use before being put into long term storage that same year, and started occasionally. The previous keeper who owned the machine since nearly new, brought the machine over to the UK from the Isle of Man in 2011. Displaying 14, 054 miles to the odometer, and described by the vendor as being clean and original other than the engine fins, which have been painted black, the machine will require recommissioning to a greater or lesser extent following a period of inactivity. Offered with V5C, Gov. uk MoT history (expired August 2013) and an HPI report
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.
