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Designed by Pierre Terblanche, the Ducati 999R (and the regular 999 it was based on) was met with mixed reviews with regards to the exterior styling when it was first released. But no one can deny the success that Ducati had in WSBK and AMA racing with the 999R. To comply with AMA homologation rules, the states got 300 examples of the zenith of Ducati road bike technology at the time.
With a staggering MSRP of $29,995, some wondered if the 999R was worth the $7,000 premium over the 999S. Well, it was. While they shared the same Ohlins suspension and radial brakes, the R got an incredible race-bred engine with a larger bore, new head design, and titanium valves.
The liquid-cooled L-twin (two-cylinder) Testastretta engine on the base 999 produced 124 horsepower at 9,500 revolutions per minute and 75 pound-feet of torque at 8,000 RPM. The racing-oriented, 423 pound, R model saw increased horsepower and at the time, it was the most powerful production V-Twin motor ever – pushing 146 horsepower and 86 lb-ft of torque.
This example is VIN: ZDM1VB5W56B016374. The seller purchased the bike five years ago from a private party in Washington state and states, “I purchased this bike, Imported it to Canada and have had it on display in my collection for the past 5 years.”
The odometer shows 5,478 miles.
Maintenance:
The seller notes the date of the last cam belt drive replacement as April 2025 and states, “New cam belts, oil and filter, brake & clutch flush, new fluid, new battery.”
The following condition report has been provided:
Modifications:
“Very rare Leo Vince Titanium exhaust.”
SpeedyMoto clutch cover.
STM clutch basket.
Sargent seat.
Inside of the tank:
It is riding on Michelin Pilot Power 2CT tires with date codes of 4011 and 0612.
The sale includes one black key and one red key.
Cosmetic Blemishes: please see the album up top for all known cosmetic blemishes. Here is a selection:
“Chips on the edge of both mirrors, a few chips on the left side of the bike bodywork and end of clutch lever. It appears that the bike may have fallen over on the left side while not moving. The marks are minor and in the photos. A little damage where you put a wrench to adjust the rear suspension height.”
Currently located in Sorrento, British Columbia, Canada, this Ducati is offered on a clean Georgia title. All Canadian import documentation is in order if you decide to register it in Canada. Have any 999R stories or questions about this listing? Let us know in the “Comments” tab!
