The Ducati 750 GT was the first of Ducati’s venerable production V-twins, and its lovely lines set the stage for classics like the 750 Sport and 900SS. Fabio Taglioni made his initial sketches for the bike in 1970, and by winter a prototype was ready.
Testing went so well, in fact, that Ducati released the 750 GT to the public the following year. The 748cc engine comprised two 350cc singles on a shared crankcase. Beyond the extra displacement, the layout gave the bike a low center of gravity, superior balance, as well as efficient cooling and extra ground clearance. Claimed output was some 60 horses, giving the 750 GT an impressive power-to-weight ratio at 186kg dry.
Over the course of the 750 GT’s production life, just over 4,000 bikes left the factory. For this reason, they’re a rare sight on the road these days – especially compared to contemporaries like the CB750, GT750, and Commando. Motorcyclist Online put it best in its comparison to the GT1000: “the handling is superb, even though the 60-inch wheelbase requires a lot of planning to turn sharply. But the marriage of big, alloy engine cases and a phalanx of steel frame tubes create terrific rigidity, making the Ducati a confident and rewarding high-speed friend. With its big 4.5-gallon fuel tank, comfy bars and broad, flat seat, it’s no wonder I once rode this unit 1022 miles in one day.”
This example is titled as VIN: 754614, which is stamped on the engine. The number stamped on the frame is 754748, it is on a clean California Title, and the seller is listing this on behalf of her late father, who was the original owner.
The odometer shows 44,175 miles.
Maintenance:
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: Internally Rusty
Engine Oil Level: Low
Engine Oil Quality: (Age Unknown)
2T Oil Level: N/A
Coolant Level: N/A
Coolant Quality: N/A
Front Hydraulic Fluid Level: Ok
Front Hydraulic Fluid Quality: Fail (>3% of moisture contamination)
Rear Hydraulic Fluid Level: N/A
Rear Hydraulic Fluid Quality: N/A
Clutch Hydraulic Fluid Level: N/A
Clutch Hydraulic Fluid Quality: N/A
Final Drive Condition: Rusty
Headlight High Beam: Ok
Headlight Low Beam: Ok
Passing Light: Ok
Parking Light: Ok
Turn Signals: N/A
Tail Light: Ok
Brake Light (Front Switch): Ok
Brake Light (Rear Switch): Ok
Plate Light: Ok
Horn: Sticky
Kill Switch: Ok
Brake Pad % Remaining Front: 80%
Brake Pad % Remaining Rear: 80% Drum
Forks: Ok
Shock/s: Leaking
Tire Date Code Front: 07/06
Tire Date Code Rear: 04/06
Tire % Remaining Front: 70% Cracking
Tire % Remaining Rear: 70%
Tire Press. Front: 0 PSI
Tire Press. Rear: 0 PSI
Battery Standing Voltage: 11.69V
Charging Voltage @ 4k RPM: 12.1V
Running Condition: Runs Poorly on Bench
Test Ride Completed: None Taken
Test Ride Distance: N/A
Notes:
-Forks Hit fuel tank
-Left Hand footpeg is loose
-Runs Poorly on Choke only
-Tank is internally rusty
-Fuel lines are full of rust
Recommendations:
-Oil and Filter Change
-Charge and Load Test Battery
-Carburetor Rebuild
-Fuel System Refurbish
-Fuel tank clean and potential line
-Hydro 1
-Chain Replacement
-Rear Shock Rebuild or Replace
-Front and Rear Tires and Tubes
-Replace Fuel Petcocks
-Spark Plug Replacement
-Air Filter Replacement
-Service History Unknown Potential Valve Adjustment
Modifications:
This bike appears to have been repainted.
Works shocks.
Luggage rack.
Aftermarket air filters.
Inside of the tank:
It is riding on Dunlop ArrowMax tires that have aged out with date codes of 0406 and 0706.
The sale includes three keys, maintenance documentation, Haynes manual, owner’s manual, and several spare parts including the original shocks, original airbox, and extra headlight, side stand, mirrors, and more.
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 MONTH YEAR.
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