There are multiple motorcycles out there inspired by Mike Hailwood, but the Ducati MH900e Evoluzione might be the most visually extreme. Originally a sketch from the legenedary Pierre Terblanche, Ducati got plenty of positive feedback and decided to post a survey on their website to see if its passionate fans would actually buy a production version. 300 people said yes, so Ducati decided to build… 2000 (half in the year 2000, and the other half in 2001). Continuing the website-based theme, Ducati offered the bikes for sale online – the first time any motorcycle manufacturer sold directly to the consumer. The first 1,000 bikes sold out in 31 minutes.
The MH900e used the engine from a 900SS (75 horsepower) but the lower gearing and fuel injection from a Monster 900, helping acceleration figures. A couple of interesting features did not make the jump from concept to production, including exhaust-integrated rear turn signals and a rearview camera/display. Owners were given a matching red paddock stand, plaque, and t-shirt, all of which incorporated the production number of their specific bike.
This example is VIN: ZDM1LA3N118000379. The seller acquired the bike from the estate of the late Prince Oliver Von Anhalt in late 2020. It had been listed on Bring a Trailer and marked as sold but the sale did not go through and the seller acquired it separately.
It is #118/2000.
During his ownership, the seller has not ridden the bike — “it has been stored in a climate controlled interior space.” The odometer shows 289 kilometers (179 miles).
Maintenance:
Per the seller, “the bike had a recent service completed at the Motor Cafe”. He also notes that “the dash had intermittently stayed on, after the motorcycle was turned off, but new batteries were installed, which fixed the problem. The previous owner had purchased a new dash, and it will be included in the sale, but it has not been installed.”
Fast by Ferraci clutch, open clutch cover, aftermarket cam belt covers.
Öhlins shock.
Aftermarket turn signals.
Inside of the tank:
It is riding on Michelin Pilot Power 2CT tires that have aged out.
The sale includes three keys, the original owner’s manual, the stock turn signals, a bike cover, a rear stand, a clutch cover, a spare dash, as well as the authenticity plaque and a selection of literature. The sale does not include the stock bodywork or wheels.
Cosmetic Blemishes:
Per the seller, there are no cosmetic blemishes of note.
Currently located in San Francisco, California, this Ducati is offered on a clean California title. Have any MH900e stories or questions about this listing? Let us know in the “Comments” tab!
Continental US: Haul Bikes will ship anything sold through Iconic for a starting rate of $750 in the Continental US (prices may increase in rural markets), and Iconic will handle the paperwork on your behalf. You do not need to crate your bike or drain the gas/disconnect the battery if you go with Haul Bikes. We are glad to work with the shipper of your choice as well, but you will have to arrange it.
Please note:
spares/extras will have to be shipped separately via FedEx or similar.
the fee includes $15,000 of insurance with a $500 deductible. Additional insurance can be purchased at a cost of $50 per additional $5,000 of value.
$5,000 for US to Europe/Asia is a VERY ROUGH ballpark which includes transport as well as customs fees and duties. Please contact Shippio for an exact quote.
