The 916 truly needs no introduction, but we’ll defer to VisorDown for our favorite summation:
“Every once in a while a true classic comes along: James Joyce’s Ulysses, The Beatles’ Revolver, Tarantino’s Reservoir Dogs. Greats one-and-all, to be seen, owned or understood by the discerning and devoted. To the list of timeless classics, we can add Massimo Tamburini’s Ducati 916.”
“Never had a motorcycle provoked such feelings of pure lust or been so coveted. Here was sex made metal, a Sophia Loren in cro-mo steel and alloy. Slim and curvy, the 916 took the breath away from any angle and redefined how a motorcycle could, and should, look.”
“And it wasn’t just skin deep. The four valves per cylinder desmodromic V-twin measured 916cc and produced 114 crankshaft horsepower, with torque from tickover.”
This example is VIN: ZDM916S002068, Engine #: ZDM916W4*002213
The odometer shows 9,650 kilometers (5,996 miles).
The seller acquired it one year ago in Switzerland with the intent of restoring it. It was purchased from the original owner and the bike had been sitting for over ten years. The seller offers a 12 month guarantee on the bike, however due to the engine rebuild it will be need to broken in for at least 500 miles.
Maintenance:
“The bike has been completely restored. Full service done, belts, oil filter, spark plugs. Engine has been completely restored and rebuilt, radiator restored, all frame components repainted, as well as rims. Fairings repainted with original stickers, they are all original with 1994 stamp inside all the parts of the motorcycle have 1993 or 1994 stamp.”
Modifications:
The seller states that the bike is all OEM.
Inside of the tank:
It is riding on Michelin Hi-Point tires from 1997 and 1998.
The sale includes two keys and a rear wheel stand.
Cosmetic Blemishes: please see the album in the “Photos” tab for all known cosmetic blemishes. Here is a selection:
Currently located in Tombolo, Padua, Italy, this Ducati is offered with Italian registration. Have any 916 stories or questions about this listing? Let us know in the “Comments” tab!
