Description
Click here for an VINData Motorcycle History Report on this 2000 Ducati 996. Additional photos are available here for your perusal.
Replacing the legendary 916, the 996 was Ducati’s flagship superbike from 1999-2002. The gorgeous Tamburini-designed aesthetics remained, but upgrades like larger pistons and valves, a stronger crankshaft, lighter wheels, and better brakes all combined for an improved riding experience.
Per Motorcycle News, “Everything about owning this design icon feeds my love for it. I never tire of seeing it in the garage, of the lazy churn as those big pistons pulse into life and that thunderous burst of ignition on start-up. I love how dense, taut and compact it feels, how at home it is mid-corner, or how its rhythms and sonorous tones get inside your brain. Riding it feels excitingly illicit, like having an affair, without actually being unfaithful. Every ride feels like falling in love again.”
This example is VIN: ZDM1SB5T3YB009230, Engine #: SB5Y013415. The seller is a dealership friend of ours – Moto Forza in Escondido, California. They note that California buyers will have to pay sales tax, documentation, title & registration fees. They acquired the bike a year ago out of an estate sale, the history is not known but it had been in storage for several years.
During their ownership, Moto Forza has put on just 5 miles, all of which were part of a test ride after they completed a service (detailed below). The odometer shows 19,892 miles.
Maintenance:
Moto Forza performed the following in October 2024:
– full Desmo service with valve check, new cam belts, oil change, all hydraulics and radiator flush
– complete fork and shock rebuild
– complete fuel system reconditioning
– entire clutch replacement including clutch basket & hub
– new battery, new Pirelli Diablo Rosso IV tires
Here is the first photo of the service invoice – the additional three pages can be found at the end of the the “Photos” tab at the top of the listing or in this album.
The seller states that this bike is in “perfect running condition” but the “tumbler for the seat cowling is missing.” The release cable is still present and is accessible underneath.
Modifications:
Ohlins Road & Track fork with Speedymoto billet aluminum top & bottom triple clamps, Ohlins steering damper.
Marvic magnesium light weight 5-spoke wheels with fresh powdercoating.
Termignoni 1/2 system exhaust.
Adjustable billet rear sets with GP shifting.
CRG adjustable brake & clutch levers, carbon fiber accessories throughout.
Billet clutch pressure plate and carbon open clutch cover.
Inside of the tank:
It is riding on Pirelli Diablo Rosso IV tires with date codes of 1823 and 2223.
The sale includes one key. The seller notes that the pictured rear stand is not included in the sale.
Cosmetic Blemishes:
The seller notes:
“A few small rock chips on nose and bottom fairing from regular road use.
Tiny paint chip on right side of fuel tank.
Sun fading on carbon fiber tank protector and air runners.”
Please see the album up top for all known cosmetic blemishes.
Currently located in Escondido, California, this Ducati is offered on a clean California title. Because the seller is a dealer, there are no concerns regarding back fees for registration. Have any 996 stories or questions about this listing? Let us know in the “Comments” tab!
