Designed by Pierre Terblanche, the Ducati 999R (and the regular 999 it was based on) was met with mixed reviews with regards to the exterior styling when it was first released. But no one can deny the success that Ducati had in WSBK and AMA racing with the 999R. To comply with AMA homologation rules, the states got 300 examples of the zenith of Ducati road bike technology at the time.
With a staggering MSRP of $29,995, some wondered if the 999R was worth the $7,000 premium over the 999S. Well, it was. While they shared the same Ohlins suspension and radial brakes, the R got an incredible race-bred engine with a larger bore, new head design, and titanium valves.
The liquid-cooled L-twin (two-cylinder) Testastretta engine on the base 999 produced 124 horsepower at 9,500 revolutions per minute and 75 pound-feet of torque at 8,000 RPM. The racing-oriented, 423 pound, R model saw increased horsepower and at the time, it was the most powerful production V-Twin motor ever – pushing 146 horsepower and 86 lb-ft of torque.
This example is VIN: ZDM1UB5WX6B016354.
The odometer shows 8,509 miles.
This bike was originally sold by Valley Motorsports in Northampton, Massachusetts in April 2007. It is believed to have been with the original owner until roughly 2020, at which point it had roughly 8,000 miles on it.
Maintenance:
In 2024, a previous owner stated: “I replaced the fuel pump base with the upgraded metal quick connect version with a new fuel pump and OEM filters. I just changed the oil with Motul 300V using the OEM Ducati main, and pre-filters with all new OEM O-rings and gaskets.”
In preparation for the listing, the seller had us perform a safety inspection. Our service department notes the following on their condition report:
Gas Tank Internal Condition: Ok
Engine Oil Level: Ok
Engine Oil Quality: Ok
2T Oil Level: N/A
Coolant Level: Ok
Coolant Quality: Ok ( 3% of moisture contamination)
Rear Hydraulic Fluid Level: Ok
Rear Hydraulic Fluid Quality: Ok (>1.5% of moisture contamination)
Clutch Hydraulic Fluid Level: Ok
Clutch Hydraulic Fluid Quality: Moderate (1.5% > 3% of moisture contamination)
Final Drive Condition: Dry
Headlight High Beam: Ok
Headlight Low Beam: Ok
Passing Light: Ok
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: Leaking
Tire Date Code Front: 43/22
Tire Date Code Rear: 42/22
Tire % Remaining Front: 80%
Tire % Remaining Rear: 80%
Tire Press. Front: 36 PSI
Tire Press. Rear: 38 PSI
Battery Standing Voltage: 12.9V
Charging Voltage @ 4k RPM: 13.7V
Running Condition: Runs Well on Bench
Test Ride Completed: None Taken
Test Ride Distance: N/A
Notes:
-Custom plate holder
-Right Hand rear signal is cracked
-Rear Shock is Leaking
Recommendations:
-Belt Age Unknown
-Valve Adjustment every 7,500 Miles Unknown
-Shock Rebuild
Modifications:
Termignoni slip-on exhaust.
Carbon fiber cam belt covers.
Carbon fiber open clutch cover.
Vortex 520 chain and sprocket conversion 15/38, swingarm spools.
Aftermarket tail tidy.
Inside of the tank:
It is riding on Pirelli Diablo Supercorsa SP tires with date codes of 4222 and 4322.
The sale includes two black keys, the red key, code card, manuals, and copies of the original Bill of Sale and MSO.
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 Montana title. Have any 999R stories or questions about this listing? Let us know in the “Comments” tab!
