Designed by Pierre Terblanche, the Ducati 999R (and the regular 999 it was based on) was met with mixed reviews with regards to the exterior styling when it was first released. But no one can deny the success that Ducati had in WSBK and AMA racing with the 999R. To comply with AMA homologation rules, the states got 300 examples of the zenith of Ducati road bike technology at the time.
With a staggering MSRP of $29,995, some wondered if the 999R was worth the $7,000 premium over the 999S. Well, it was. While they shared the same Ohlins suspension and radial brakes, the R got an incredible race-bred engine with a larger bore, new head design, and titanium valves.
The liquid-cooled L-twin (two-cylinder) Testastretta engine on the base 999 produced 124 horsepower at 9,500 revolutions per minute and 75 pound-feet of torque at 8,000 RPM. The racing-oriented, 423 pound, R model saw increased horsepower and at the time, it was the most powerful production V-Twin motor ever – pushing 146 horsepower and 86 lb-ft of torque.
This example is VIN: ZDM1UB5WX6B016354. The seller purchased the bike one year ago from his brother and states, “For those that are in the know, there were only 170 total red 999R bikes made globally in 2006.”
During his ownership the seller has covered less than 100 miles. The odometer shows 8,496 miles.
Maintenance:
The seller states, “I replaced the fuel pump base with the upgraded metal quick connect version with a new fuel pump and OEM filters. I just changed the oil with Motul 300V using the OEM Ducati main, and pre-filters with all new OEM O-rings and gaskets. This bike is ready to ride or be preserved in your collection.
Modifications:
Termignoni slip on exhaust.
Vortex 520 chain and sprocket conversion 15/38.
Not shown: Corse Dynamic stainless steel case saver. Corse Dynamics Hi-Pressure fuel pump. Corse Dynamics quick release fuel pump base. Extra OEM Ducati wiring harness from fuel pump base to pump (common failure).
Inside of the tank:
It is riding on Pirelli Supercorsa SP tires with date codes of 4222 and 4322.
The sale includes three keys, key card, certificate or origin, owner’s manual, factory muffler, OEM sprockets and chain.
Cosmetic Blemishes: please see the album up top for all known cosmetic blemishes. Here is a selection:
Currently located in Murray, Utah, this Ducati is offered on a clean Montana title. Have any 999R stories or questions about this listing? Let us know in the “Comments” tab!
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