Description
After the classic 750GT of the 70s, Ducati looked to evolve with a simpler engine. They ended up with the first ‘square case’ bevel twin: the 860 GT.
Just a few years later, they released the much improved 900 SD Darmah.
By 1981, the SD Darmah featured Brembo brakes, magnesium Speedline wheels, a dual seat with more padding, Bosch ignition, Silentium exhaust, standard electric start, and Marzocchi suspension.
This example is VIN: DM860SS902853
The odometer shows 30433 miles.
Maintenance: In preparation for this sale our service department performed the following:
Hydraulic System Flush, Brake Bleed: 2 Masters DOT 4 Maxima Brake Fluid . We diagnosed and repaired multiple electrical issues including, NO POWER WITH KEY ON, NO NEUTRAL LIGHT, SIDE STAND LIGHT LOOSE, BACKING ON IGNITION, CONTACTS WORN, NEUTRAL SWITCH OUT OF ADJUSTMENT, SIDE STAND SWITCH BROKEN. Finally, we cleaned and synced the carbs and installed 6MM MOTION PRO FUEL LINE.
Iconic Service department notes the following on it’s final condition report:
Gas Tank Internal Condition: FAIL, RUSTY (gas tank is working, see repair recommendations below)
Engine Oil Level: Ok <1.5% Moisture
Rear Hydraulic Fluid Level: Ok
Rear Hydraulic Fluid Quality: New, <1.5% Moisture
Clutch Hydraulic Fluid Level: NA
Clutch Hydraulic Fluid Quality: NA
Final Drive Condition: Ok
Headlight High Beam: Ok
Headlight Low Beam: Ok
Passing Light: NA
Parking Light: Ok
Turn Signals: Ok
Tail Light: Ok
Brake Light (Front Switch): Ok
Brake Light (Rear Switch): Ok
Plate Light: Ok
Horn: Ok
Kill Switch: Ok
Brake Pad % Remaining Front: 90%
Brake Pad % Remaining Rear: 90%
Forks: Ok
Shock/s: Ok
Tire Date Code Front: 15/19
Tire Date Code Rear: 09/19
Tire % Remaining Front: 70%
Tire % Remaining Rear: 80%
Tire Press. Front: 28 PSI
Tire Press. Rear: 32 PSI
Battery Standing Voltage: 12.4V
Charging Voltage @ 4k RPM: 13.5V
Running Condition: Ok, RUNS ON BOTTLE
Test Ride Completed: NONE TAKEN, RUSTY TANK
Test Ride Distance: NA
Notes:
Fuel tank rusty
Ignition switch intermittent
Side stand switch broken
REPAIRS RECOMMENDED:
Fuel tank clean
New ignition switch
New side stand switch
Modifications:
EBC floating rotors
Koni Rear Shocks
Inside of the tank:
https://youtu.be/jvnnTCUm6fI
It is riding on Bridgestone Battalax tires with date codes of 0919 and 1519.
The sale includes two keys.
Cosmetic Blemishes: please see the album up top for all known cosmetic blemishes. Here is a selection:
Currently located at our facility in Santa Monica, California, (please make an appointment for an inspection), this Ducati is offered on a clean Washington title. Please note that as an import, this bike lacks certain compliance and emissions stickers that the state of California would require to transfer a title.
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