Click here for an CycleVIN Motorcycle History Report on this 2000 Ducati 748S. Additional photos are available here for your perusal.
To the joy of American riders, Ducati finally decided to import the 748 in 1997. Considered a baby brother to the 916, Ducati’s 748 had been well-loved by the European motorcycling press since its introduction. It was identical in almost every way to the 916, both creations of Ducati in-house designer Massimo Tamburini, and both sharing some design elements with the Ducati Supermono. The only differences were rear tire size (180/55/17 as opposed to the 916’s 190/50/17) and engine capacity (88 mm bore and 61.5 mm stroke) of 748cc. The engine’s shorter piston stroke also gives a higher rev ceiling of 11,500 RPM, and the smaller pistons and lightened flywheel help the L-twin engine build revs quicker up to a peak horsepower output of 95.
In 2000, Ducati offered three variants of the 748 – the base, the S, and the R. The S featured the same motor as the base model but it got lighter 5-spoke Marchesini wheels, upgraded suspension (Showa forks with Titanium-Nitride coating and Showa shocks), and an adjustable steering head.
This example is VIN: ZDM1SB3R2YB012322. The seller purchased the bike two years ago through an online auction.
During his ownership the seller has covered approximately 2,000 miles. The odometer shows 9,198 miles.
Maintenance:
The seller reports that he replaced “the oil, the oil filter, the clutch, and the belts in January 2021.”
Modifications:
Fast By Ferrucci ECU.
Aftermarket integrated LED turn signals.
Zero Gravity windscreen.
Pipe wrap.
Cosmetic Blemishes:
“A small scratch on the right fairing.”
Inside of the tank:
It is riding on Continental ContiMotion tires with date codes of 5118 and 5118.
The sale includes two keys.
Currently located in Sherman Oaks, California (please make an appointment for an inspection), this Ducati is offered on a clean California title with registration current through March 2023.
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