Description
Designed to be the ultimate 996 at the time, the SPS (Sport Production Special) is an incredible combination of performance and beauty produced from 1998-2001. The limited edition SPS was an uprated version that featured a modified engine and chassis.
Nearly all the specifications were improved such as the lighter Marchesini 5-spoke wheels…
…and Ohlins rear shock.
It’s distinctive dual headlight and smart red and white bodywork are an evolution of the iconic 916, designed by the legendary Massimo Tamburini.
Engine work included titanium connecting rods, upgraded cams, and a lightened crankshaft. The SPS also got a bigger generator and Termignoni pipes. All this was good for an additional 12 horsepower, and the modified chassis made the whole package that much sweeter.
Technically, you weren’t supposed to enjoy said package on the street – the SPS was only road legal in Europe. Ducati didn’t conform to EPA regulations, so they sold it as a ‘track-only’ bike and made buyers sign a waiver saying that you wouldn’t register it for road use.
As you might imagine, pretty much everyone ignored the waiver, as the bike came with a VIN, lights, a title, and everything needed to register the bike.
This example is VIN: ZDM3SB5V4XB001937. The seller purchased the bike May 2024 from a Mecum auction.
It is number 437 of 1,780.
The odometer shows 114 kilometers (70 miles.)
Maintenance:
The seller has been storing the bike at Iconic as part of our white glove service. Summer of this year, we changed the air filter, oil and oil filter, and flushed, filled, and bled both the coolant and brake fluid. We also replaced the spark plugs, timing belts, rebuilt the fuel pump, and replaced the battery. Finally, we cleaned the fuel injectors, and cleaned and lubed the drive chain. In preparation for this listing, we conducted a more recent inspection. Our shop notes the following on their condition report:
Gas Tank Internal Condition: Good, new pump, filter, lines, injectors cleaned
Engine Oil Level: OK
Engine Oil Quality: New
2T Oil Level: N/A
Coolant Level: OK
Coolant Quality: New
Front Hydraulic Fluid Level: OK
Front Hydraulic Fluid Quality: New, <1.5 % Moisture
Rear Hydraulic Fluid Level: OK
Rear Hydraulic Fluid Quality: New, <1.5 % Moisture
Clutch Hydraulic Fluid Level: OK
Clutch Hydraulic Fluid Quality: New, <1.5 % Moisture
Final Drive Condition: OK, just serviced
Headlight High Beam: OK
Headlight Low Beam: OK
Passing Light: OK
Parking Light: OK
Turn Signals: OK
Tail Light: OK
Brake Light (Front Switch): OK
Brake Light (rear Switch): OK
Plate Light: OK
Horn: OK
Kill Switch: OK
Brake Pad % Remaining Front: 95+
Brake Pad % Remaining Rear: 95+
Forks: OK
Shock/s: OK
Tire Date Code Front: 358 PRE-2000
Tire Date Code Rear: 358 PRE-2000
Tire % Remaining Front: 90+
Tire % Remaining Rear: 90+
Tire Press. Front: 32
Tire Press. Rear: 36
Battery Standing Voltage: 12.2V NEW BATTERY
Charging Voltage @ 4k RPM: 13.6V
Running Condition: GOOD
Test Ride Completed: NONE TAKEN, DUE TO VERY LOW MILEAGE
Test Ride Distance: NA
Tires Installed:
Front: 120/70-17 Michelin Hi Sport
Rear: 190/50-17 Michelin Hi Sport
Notes:
**TIMING BELTS REPLACED ON 5/29/24**
• NEW AIR FILTERS AND SPARK PLUGS INSTALLED
• RUNS GOOD
• VERY LOW MILEAGE
• TIRES HAVE AGED OUT AND SHOULD GET REPLACED IF YOU PLAN ON RIDING IT 120/70-17 AND 190/50-17
Modifications:
Identification sticker.
Inside of the tank:
It is riding on original Michelin Hi-Sport tires with date codes of 358 and 358.
The sale includes two keys.
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 Bill of Sale only. Have any 996 SPS stories or questions about this listing? Let us know in the “Comments” tab!
