1978 Ducati 900SS Custom

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Description

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After a dominant 1-2 victory at the Imola 200 in 1972, Ducati began selling its legendary 750 SuperSport to the public in 1974. Despite its stable touring geometry, the bike was essentially a Grand Prix racer, barely homologated for road legal riding. It tipped the scales at a scant 333lbs, and its round case L-twin boasted a 748cc displacement, a 10.5:1 compression ratio, and some innovative bevel-gear-driven camshafts. In addition to being highly desirable because of its limited production volume, the 750 was most notably the bike that saved Ducati from going belly-up.

When the 900SS arrived in 1975, it was just as competition-ready as its predecessor. Early models closely resembled the 750 racers, built with the improved square case engine, as well as fiberglass tanks, twin 40mm Dell’Orto carbs, Conti silencers, no turn signals, and even a right-side gear shift! Add to that a low-slung, stretched-out riding position with a single seat, a half-fairing, and some tight clip-ons, and the result was a bike that demanded respect and required a rider’s undivided attention.

Over the course of the 900’s production life, Ducati continued to improve the model in order to make it more livable. Upgraded electrics, smaller carbs, and quieter mufflers were some of the most noticeable changes, but the bike also received an improved camshaft drive system, an upgraded oil pump and filter, along with some strengthened cranks and a redesigned the gear shifter.

This example is VIN: DM860SS902378. The seller purchased this motorcycle from a collector in Madrid.

The true mileage of this example is unknown.

Maintenance:
Per the seller: “It was reconstructed in the 80’s by Ducati experts with original parts and has been seen at various motorbike shows since then.

Modifications:
Veglia speedometer.

Campagnolo magnesium rims.

Marzocci triples.

One-piece fibre bodywork with fuel sight glass.

Dual exhaust.

40mm Dell’orto carbs with velocity stacks.

Inside of the tank:

It is riding on Bridgestone tires that have aged out.

Cosmetic Blemishes: please see the album up top for all known cosmetic blemishes. Here is a selection:


Currently located in Madrid, Spain, this Ducati is offered on a Bill of Sale only. Have any 900SS stories or questions about this listing? Let us know in the “Comments” tab!

Additional Information

Location

Madrid, Spain

Year

1978

Make

Ducati

Model

900SS

Mileage

True Mileage Unknown

VIN

DM860SS902378

Title

Bill of Sale Only

Title State/Country

N/A

Private Party/Dealership

Private Party

Additional Charges

No

Total Bids Placed: 19

Auction has ended.

Auction expired without reaching reserve price.

Highest bidder was: z***i

Bidder Name Bidding Time Bid Auto
z***i July 13, 2023 9:51 am PDT $10,100
v***************r July 13, 2023 9:51 am PDT $10,000 Auto This was automatically placed for a bidder with a higher proxy.
v***************r July 13, 2023 9:50 am PDT $8,100 Auto This was automatically placed for a bidder with a higher proxy.
z***i July 13, 2023 9:50 am PDT $8,000
v***************r July 13, 2023 9:28 am PDT $6,000 Auto This was automatically placed for a bidder with a higher proxy.
s***********v July 13, 2023 9:28 am PDT $5,900
v***************r July 13, 2023 8:24 am PDT $5,400 Auto This was automatically placed for a bidder with a higher proxy.
z***i July 13, 2023 8:24 am PDT $5,300
v***************r July 11, 2023 6:49 pm PDT $5,100 Auto This was automatically placed for a bidder with a higher proxy.
r***********r July 11, 2023 6:49 pm PDT $5,000
v***************r July 8, 2023 9:19 am PDT $3,600 Auto This was automatically placed for a bidder with a higher proxy.
r*******d July 8, 2023 9:19 am PDT $3,500
v***************r July 7, 2023 10:41 pm PDT $3,100 Auto This was automatically placed for a bidder with a higher proxy.
d******i July 7, 2023 10:41 pm PDT $3,000
v***************r July 7, 2023 10:41 pm PDT $2,100 Auto This was automatically placed for a bidder with a higher proxy.
d******i July 7, 2023 10:41 pm PDT $2,000
v***************r July 7, 2023 10:40 pm PDT $1,100 Auto This was automatically placed for a bidder with a higher proxy.
d******i July 7, 2023 10:40 pm PDT $1,000
v***************r July 7, 2023 9:46 am PDT $1
Auction started July 6, 2023 9:44 am PDT
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1978 Ducati 900SS Custom
Asking price (including buyer’s fee): HIGH BID: $10,100
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