Introduced for 2016, the Panigale 959 was an evolution of the 899 that ensured it could still make good power (157 hp, 79 lb-ft) while meeting Euro 4 emissions. Other goodies included a slipper clutch, a slight restyle, and a full ride-by-wire electronics suite that enables traction control, engine brake control, ABS, quickshifter, and ride modes (Wet/Sport/Race).
According to MCN “Suspension, brakes and riding position are all carried over from the 899 Panigale, but Ducati has lowered the swingarm pivot by 4mm to improve traction on track and stability on the road. The shock is 2mm longer and the wheelbase is 5mm longer, but the 24° rake and 96mm trail remain the same.”
“The reworked motor has ribbed aluminium cylinder heads (to reduce noise and increase strength), pistons with a reshaped crown, high-flow air-filter, upgraded lubrication system, a secondary shower injector above the throttle butterflies (which kicks in just below 9000rpm) and a quieter cam chain.”
“Despite the 959’s extra capacity, power and torque, service intervals remain an impressive: 7500-miles for an interim service and 15,000-miles to check valve clearances. Build quality is up there with the best, as are the tasty satin metallic white and gloss red paint jobs.”
This example is VIN: ZDM14B1W4JB008264. The seller is the original owner. “I bought this bike from the Ducati dealership, it’s never been tracked or wrecked, it’s also has been stored in garage it’s entire life.”
The odometer shows 1,763 miles.
Maintenance: The seller states that they recently installed a new battery, performed an oil change, and did a coolant flush.
Modifications:
Fork stem-based RAM ball joint X-Grip phone mount.
Rear paddock stand spools.
TechSpec Snake Skin tank pads.
Factory tail solo seat cowl.
Tappezzeria Italia “Delft” Ultragrip rider and passenger seat covers.
Aftermarket tail light with integrated indicators, and Motodynamic fender eliminator kit.
Passenger pegs (the mounting hardware is missing/not included).
Inside of the tank:
This example wears an Arctic White Silk livery with red wheel wrapped in Pirelli Diablo Rosso Corsa tires with date codes of 3617 and 5317.
The sale includes 2 keys and original owner’s manual.
Cosmetic Blemishes: please see the album in the “Photos” tab for all known cosmetic blemishes. Here is a selection:
The bodywork on the tail is missing a bolt.
There is a small scratch on the swing-arm.
Currently located in Pickerington, Ohio, this Ducati is offered on a clean Ohio title.
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