2002 Ducati MH900e #1981

There are multiple motorcycles out there inspired by Mike Hailwood, but the Ducati MH900e Evoluzione might be the most visually extreme. Originally a sketch from the legendary Pierre Terblanche, Ducati got plenty of positive feedback and decided to post a survey on their website to see if its passionate fans would actually buy a production version. 300 people said yes, so Ducati decided to build… 2000 (half in the year 2000, and the other half in 2001). Continuing the website-based theme, Ducati offered the bikes for sale online – the first time any motorcycle manufacturer sold directly to the consumer. The first 1,000 bikes sold out in 31 minutes.

The MH900e used the engine from a 900SS (75 horsepower) but the lower gearing and fuel injection from a Monster 900, helping acceleration figures. A couple of interesting features did not make the jump from concept to production, including exhaust-integrated rear turn signals and a rearview camera/display. Owners were given a matching red paddock stand, plaque, and t-shirt, all of which incorporated the production number of their specific bike.

Manufactured in November of 2001, this example is VIN: ZDM1LA4N42B001638.

It is #1981 of the production run.

The odometer shows 12,121 miles. Due a speedometer replacement noted below, true mileage is unknown but is roughly 19,000.

The seller is the original owner, he purchased this bike new from GP Motorcycles in San Diego, California. “I have had it on display on Ducati island during WSBK and MotoGP events at Laguna Seca. Only warranty work done was a speedometer change at the first valve clearance check at 7K miles.”

Maintenance:
“All required maintenance since new, and most maintenance, accessories purchased I have documentation for.” The seller states that there are no known mechanical issues and the last cam drive belt replacement was done January 7th 2022 at Moto Forza.

Modifications:
CA Cycleworks 5.1 gallon extended range fuel tank kit with K&N air filter pods.

Rizoma timing belt covers, Rizoma clutch pressure plate, stainless steel clutch springs, Re-volution clutch cover.

Staintune exhaust silencers.

Powder coated wheels with DuPont Imron paint.

Not pictured: reroute of the starter wire.

Inside of the tank:

It is riding on Pirelli Diablo Rosso Corsa II tires with date codes of 4820 and 3021.

The sale includes two keys and the corresponding plaque.

It also includes a battery tender, shim kit, Haynes repair manual, 1/18 scale model, owner’s manual, service records, original crate, and all OEM take off parts.

Cosmetic Blemishes: please see the album in the “Photos” tab for all known cosmetic blemishes. Here is a selection:
The seller notes “a little bit of pitting on right lower fork leg. Minor pitting on upper triple clamp where the steering damper attaches.”

Currently located in Carlsbad, California, this Ducati is offered on a clean California title with registration current through January 2026.

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