1999 Ducati 748

Description

Click here for an CycleVIN Motorcycle History Report on this 1999 Ducati 748. Additional photos are available here for your perusal.

Though it was originally introduced in 1994, the Ducati 748 didn’t come to the United States until 1997. That means we already knew what our European colleagues thought of it in advance – and the reviews were glowing. It was almost identical to the 916, sharing everything from styling to even the majority of the bottom end of the engine. The main differences were a narrower rear tire (180 vs 190) and different cylinders/heads. As the pistons were smaller and traveled a shorter distance, Ducati was able to raise the redline to 11,500 rpm. This resulted in 95 horsepower and a power delivery that thrived on revs as opposed to the lazier, torquier nature of the 916.

The slight sacrifice in peak horsepower paid off in even better handling thanks to the reduced weight, and Ducati’s signature trellis frame was complemented by a set of Showa forks, a Sachs shock, and some Brembo calipers clamping down on 320mm twin discs up front.

During his ownership, the seller has covered approximately 50 miles. This example is VIN: ZDM1SB3R5XB010935. The seller acquired the bike as a pre-COVID project for a friend who has since passed away.

The odometer shows 27,970 miles. However, because of a discrepancy in the CycleVIN report, true mileage is unknown.

Maintenance:
The seller reports that he swapped out the bodywork, repaired the taillight wiring, replaced the battery, and installed new clutch discs. Please note: The front brakes appear to be dragging.

Modifications:
Leo Vince exhaust.

Aftermarket bodywork.

Carbon fiber clutch cover, Ducati Performance clutch springs.

Crank case breather.

LED headlights.

LED taillights, tail tidy.

Healtech gear indicator.

Aftermarket rearsets.

Aftermarket grips, bar ends.

Inside of the tank:

It is riding on Pirelli Diablo Rosso III tires that have aged out.

The sale includes one key.

The sale also includes a spare set of 748 fairings, a 748 biposto tail, the stock rearsets and passenger pegs, rider and passenger seats, as well as a rearstand.

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

Currently located at our facility in Santa Monica, California (please make an appointment for an inspection), this Ducati is offered on a clean California title with registration that expired in September of 2022.

Per the CA DMV website, it would cost $154 to make registration current through September 2024.

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