Please Note: VINData incorrectly lists this as a 2023. Iconic has spoken with VINData and the problem lies within the NHTSA database and the redundancy of the 10th digit indicating year every 30 years, this is indeed a 1993.
Upon its debut in 1991, the 900SS proved a resounding success due to the exotic Italian styling and punchy performance. As is typical of Ducati, however, the best means to market the bike was to produce a limited edition numbered variant. Accordingly, the Bologna-based firm released the 900 Superlight (SL) just a year later.
Originally, Ducati only planned to release 500 examples but over time that number grew to around 900, with 300 yellow variants making their way stateside.
Though it featured the same engine, frame, and suspension as the standard 900SS, the Superlight boasted a variety of choice extras. Moreover, throughout the model’s production life, Ducati released several iterations — beginning with the Superlight I and culminating with the Superlight IV in 1995. The Superlight I (like the one being offered here) featured a set of 17-inch Marvic wheels, carbon fiber fenders, and a sporty solo seat. Together, these upgrades shaved nearly 25lbs off off the dry weight, making it one of the lightest bikes in its class.
This example is VIN: ZDM1LC4M9PB006697.
The odometer shows 20,934 miles.
It is production number 704.
Maintenance:
The seller acquired this bike in 2022 in rougher condition than expected and decided to turn it into a restoration project that he documented in this forum thread on Ducati.ms. Highlights of the frame-off restoration include an engine rebuild (less than 1,000 miles ago), NOS fork tubes, redone frame by Jason LeCavalier of Artistimo Customs, carb rebuild, new steering head bearings, redone Marvic wheels, rebuilt brake calipers, Ohlins shock, replaced ignition/fuel cap/helmet lock set, and some reproduction decals.
In preparation for the listing, the seller had us perform a safety inspection, replace the belts, flush the hydraulic fluids, and change the engine oil/filter. Our service department notes the following on their condition report:
Gas Tank Internal Condition: Ok
Engine Oil Level: Ok (Motul 300V)
Engine Oil Quality: New
2T Oil Level: N/A
Coolant Level: N/A
Coolant Quality: N/A
Front Hydraulic Fluid Level: Ok
Front Hydraulic Fluid Quality: New (<1.5% of moisture contamination)
Rear Hydraulic Fluid Level: Ok
Rear Hydraulic Fluid Quality: New (<1.5% of moisture contamination)
Clutch Hydraulic Fluid Level: Ok
Clutch Hydraulic Fluid Quality: New (<1.5% of moisture contamination)
Final Drive Condition: Ok
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: Ok
Tire Date Code Front: 20/24
Tire Date Code Rear: 18/24
Tire % Remaining Front: 80%
Tire % Remaining Rear: 80%
Tire Press. Front: 34 PSI
Tire Press. Rear: 36 PSI
Battery Standing Voltage: 13.2V
Charging Voltage @ 4k RPM: 13.3V
Running Condition: Runs Well on Bench; Runs Well on Test Ride
Test Ride Completed: Yes
Test Ride Distance: 1 Mile
Modifications:
Termignoni exhaust.
Ohlins shock.
Spiegler brake lines, stainless steel front rotors.
Battery tender lead.
Inside of the tank:
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It is riding on Pirelli Diablo Rosso II tires with date codes of 1824 and 2024.
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 Panorama City, California, (please make an appointment for an inspection) this Ducati is offered on a clean California title with registration current through November 2026.
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