Cold Start Video:
Dyno Run Video:
Walk Around Video:
Ducati’s 900SS defined the 1990s era of Italian motorcycling. A perfect mix of performance, simplicity, and unmistakable style. Offered in both full fairing (SS/SP) and half-fairing (SS/CR) versions, it paired Ducati’s iconic trellis frame with an air cooled 904cc Desmodromic L-Twin, fed by Mikuni carbs and producing just under 80 horsepower. With a dry weight of 414 pounds and that signature dry clutch rattle, the 900SS delivered a visceral, analog riding experience that few modern machines can match.
Cycle World’s Peter Egan famously called the 900SS “the used motorcycle you need”, praising its rare balance of comfort and capability. He noted that it could be “perfectly comfortable long-distance touring”, yet on winding roads it “metamorphosed back into a sportbike of deep finesse, with killer, real-world midrange and light, intuitive handling.” That duality helped make the Supersport one of Ducati’s most beloved and versatile models, as enjoyable on a weekend ride as it was on a long trip.
Nearly 28,000 examples were sold during its seven year run, but the 900SS remains a standout in Ducati’s history. The last of the truly analog, air cooled Supersports before the digital era began. Elegant, engaging, and endlessly charismatic, it captures everything enthusiasts love about Ducati in one timeless package.
This example is VIN: ZDM1LC4M2TB021858. The frame has been repainted as part of the custom build, making the VIN harder to read, but it is present. The owner bought this bike in 2009 a part of a collection that has been kept indoors.
The odometer shows 15 miles. The odometer was reset when the bike was rebuilt/customized. The original mileage is unknown.
Per the seller, “this bike was built to be the personal bike of the owner of Duc Pond.” Duc Pond became Ducati Winchester, but the owner is Donnie Unger, and he shared a video of this bike at his shop in 2016, saying “wish I would still had this beauty.” He also notes that the bike was “built from scratch 7 years ago”, dating it to 2009.
Maintenance:
The seller states that “since the bike has been in storage for a number of years, it was just was just woken up by Steve Long at Speedwerks in Delaware.” The work was performed last month and included a carb clean/sync, new electric fuel pump, new battery, a chassis/body detail, and a dyno run. Steve has kindly provided additional pictures from his work which you can browse in the photo album, as well as providing the startup and dyno videos at the top of the listing.
Modifications:
The engine has been bored out to 944cc
Custom fairings and lights.
Ohlins rear shock.
UNI air filter, carbon fiber style clutch cover and timing belt cover.
Aftermarket turn signals, carbon fiber rear hugger and exhaust end cans.
Custom carbon fiber style dash.
Inside of the tank:
It is riding on Dunlop Sportmax Qualifier tires that have aged out with date codes of 4806 and 1207.
The sale includes two keys.
Cosmetic Blemishes: please see the album in the “Photos” tab for all known cosmetic blemishes. Here is a selection:
Currently located in Ellicott City, Maryland, this Ducati is offered on a clean Maryland title. Do you have any 900SS stories or questions about this listing? Let us know in the “Comments” tab!
