In the early 70’s, Ducati’s management felt that the future of their mid-sized bikes was going to be with parallel twin engines. Despite the fact that Ducati had previous unsuccessful experience with said engine type, the Italians decided to go for it, their first new engine design in over a decade. The result was the Ducati 500 GTL.
Manufactured in February of 1977, this example is VIN: 502553. The seller purchased this motorcycle from a private party three months ago.
The odometer shows 7,052 miles. The seller has put less than a mile on this example.
Maintenance:
Per the seller, they have inspected and cleaned the carburetors, installed a new chain, fuel filter, and fuel lines, and flushed and replaced the brake fluid.
Modifications:
The seller states this example is stock.
Inside of the tank:
It is riding on Pirelli tires that have aged out.
The sale includes one key.
Extras:
This sale includes the original workshop manual.
Cosmetic Blemishes: please see the album up top for all known cosmetic blemishes. Here is a selection:
Currently located in Gonzales, California, this Ducati is offered on a clean California title. Have any 500GTL stories or questions about this listing? Let us know in the “Comments” tab!
Continental US: Haul Bikes will ship anything sold through Iconic for a starting rate of $750 in the Continental US (prices may increase in rural markets), and Iconic will handle the paperwork on your behalf. You do not need to crate your bike or drain the gas/disconnect the battery if you go with Haul Bikes. We are glad to work with the shipper of your choice as well, but you will have to arrange it.
Please note:
spares/extras will have to be shipped separately via FedEx or similar.
the fee includes $15,000 of insurance with a $500 deductible. Additional insurance can be purchased at a cost of $50 per additional $5,000 of value.
$5,000 for US to Europe/Asia is a VERY ROUGH ballpark which includes transport as well as customs fees and duties. Please contact Shippio for an exact quote.
