Please Note: We are waiting on the seller to procure a title for this motorcycle before the auction starts.
From the early 80s through the early 90s, Japan featured some of the best 400cc motorcycles in the world because strict licensing laws made it very difficult to own bigger bikes (before 1993, it was illegal for OEMs to sell a bike bigger than 750cc in the country). Cult classics like the CB-1, VFR400R, RVF400, FZR400, and plenty more were joys to ride but rarely found their way stateside. Here’s another bike that never officially made its way to the US – the Ducati 400F3.
As you can probably guess, it’s the baby brother of the 750 F1. Ducati utilized the same frame and the styling looks just as serious, but the wheels are narrower, the Marzocchi forks are smaller (35mm vs the original 40mm) and of course, the motor just displaces 398cc. It produced 47 horsepower and 20 pound feet of torque, which was still sufficient to do the ton.
We’ve heard that just 509 examples were built in 1986 (and a total of 900 through 1988 before production ended) but have not been able to officially confirm that.
This example is VIN: ZDM400R400170.
The production badge on the top of the tail also shows 400170, denoting a production number of #170.
During his ownership, the seller has covered 12 miles. The odometer shows 5,397 kilometers (3,353 miles).
The seller acquired it seven months ago, he’s selling it as he no longer has garage space for it.
Maintenance:
In preparation for the listing, the seller had us perform a safety inspection, clean/lube/adjust the chain, and change the oil. Our service department notes the following on their condition report:
Gas Tank Internal Condition: Some Rust
Engine Oil Level: Ok
Engine Oil Quality: New
2T Oil Level: N/A
Coolant Level: N/A
Coolant Quality: N/A
Front Hydraulic Fluid Level: FAIL
Front Hydraulic Fluid Quality: FAIL
Rear Hydraulic Fluid Level: FAIL
Rear Hydraulic Fluid Quality: FAIL
Clutch Hydraulic Fluid Level: N/A
Clutch Hydraulic Fluid Quality: N/A
Final Drive Condition: Cleaned and lubed
Headlight High Beam: OK
Headlight Low Beam: OK
Passing Light: OK
Parking Light: OK
Turn Signals: FAIL
Tail Light: FAIL
Brake Light (Front Switch): FAIL
Brake Light (Rear Switch): FAIL
Plate Light: FAIL
Horn: OK
Kill Switch: OK
Brake Pad % Remaining Front: 50%
Brake Pad % Remaining Rear: 60%
Forks: Leaking
Shock/s: OK
Tire Date Code Front: 2619
Tire Date Code Rear: 3219
Tire % Remaining Front: 75%
Tire % Remaining Rear: 75%
Tire Press. Front: 36
Tire Press. Rear: 38
Battery Standing Voltage: 11.24
Charging Voltage @ 4k RPM: 14.01
Running Condition: Runs on Bench
Test Ride Completed: No
Test Ride Distance: N/A
Tires Installed:
Front: 100/90-16
Rear: 120/80-18
Notes:
-Front RH brake pad de-laminating
-Idle kind of high, maybe a tad lean
RECOMMENDED REPAIRS:
– Carbs
– Battery needs replacing, charged state of health 23%
– Hydro 2 – Moisture
– Brake pads front
– Belts – Age
– Fork Seals Leaking
– Electrical Diag and Repair
-Turn Signals not working
-Taillight/brake light not working
-Brake Light inoperable
– Tires – Age
Modifications:
Cagiva and Scuderia NCR decals. Murayama was the Japanese importer.
Aftermarket seat.
Battery tender lead.
Inside of the tank:
It is riding on Dunlop TT900 GP tires with date codes of 2819 and 3219.
The sale includes three keys.
Cosmetic Blemishes: please see the album in the “Photos” tab for all known cosmetic blemishes. Here is a selection:
Currently located in Panorama City, California, (please make an appointment for an inspection) this Ducati is offered on a clean STATE title with registration current through MONTH YEAR.
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