Please Note: When this bike was imported from Japan in 2023, the de-registered Japanese title stated the bike was a 2007 model (it was likely originally titled based on the year it was first registered). As such, this bike was titled in the US as a 2007 model, however it is a 2003. The seller has confirmed this with Ducati USA.
After a long series of 916-based superbikes, Ducati dramatically mixed things up styling-wise with the vertically-stacked lights and double-sided swingarm of the 999 in 2003.
The styling was polarizing but the riding experience was not. And while many Ducatisti favored the up-spec S and R models, the base model was a quality machine in its own right. Suspension came courtesy of Showa, brakes were taken care of via a Brembo setup, and output amounted to a healthy 140 horses at 9,750rpm and 80lb-ft of torque at 8,000rpm.
This example is VIN: ZDMH400AA2B000898. The seller acquired it in 2023 through an Iconic Motorbikes auction, it had previously been imported from Japan.
It is a Japanese-spec bike.
During his ownership, the seller has covered 1,755 miles. The odometer shows 17,334 miles.
Maintenance:
In January 2026 the seller performed the following:
– Fuel Pump rebuild, o-rings, etc
– Front forks serviced
– Oil and filter
– Brake & Clutch fluid flush
– Brand new Pirelli Rosso III (never ridden)
Modifications:
Ducati 749R OEM carbon fiber fairings (Japanese)
Ducati 749R tank (larger capacity, 4.8 gallons vs. 4.1)
Ducati carbon fiber front fender, rear hugger, exhaust cover, and clutch cover. Upgraded seat cover.
Domino grips.
CRG shorty levers.
Not pictured:
– LED bulbs for headlight and high beam.
– New lithium battery with charging cable.
Inside of the tank:
It is riding on Pirelli Diablo Rosso III tires with date codes of 1825 and 2125.
The sale includes two black keys and the red key.
Cosmetic Blemishes: please see the album in the “Photos” tab for all known cosmetic blemishes. Here is a selection:
Currently located in Orlando, Florida, this Ducati is offered on a clean Florida title. Have any 999 stories or questions about this listing? Let us know in the “Comments” tab!
