Just for the debut model year of the 1098 (2007), Ducati offered a limited edition “Tricolore” variant of the already-impressive 1098S. The S model came with lighter Marchesini wheels, a dollop of carbon fiber, and Ohlins suspension. Expectations were high for the follow-up of the controversially-styled 999, and Cycle World was impressed by the S: “on the road the 1098S isn’t just an improvement, it’s a revelation.”
The new Testastretta Evoluzione engine obviously got an increase in bore and stroke compared to the 999, but improvements to the intake, exhaust, and cylinder head helped bump up power to 160 hp. Ducati was also able to shave an impressive amount of weight from the previous model, with 11 pounds coming from the engine (6.5 of which were just from the heads).
It’s hard to argue with a Ducati in red, but if you were going to splurge for the S, then the Tricolore was even more special thanks to the red/white/green livery designed to evoke the Italian flag paired with “Racing Gold” frame and wheels.
The Tricolore also came with a carbon fiber Termignoni exhaust and specific ECU.
Ducati did not officially state a production number before the run of Tricolores began, however in December of 2007 someone in Ducati’s customer service department stated that they built 1,013 examples.
This example is VIN: ZDM1XBEW77B006227. The seller acquired this bike in 2023 from a private party in California.
During his ownership, the seller has covered 1,000 miles. The odometer shows 10,545 miles.
“The power delivery is exhilarating but a little to much for my age so I am moving into something with electronic safety provided.”
Maintenance:
“In preparation for the listing of this Ducati, I have replaced the timing belts (Exactfit) oil, oil filter (OEM Ducati) and OEM spark plugs NGK MAR10A-J.” The seller states that there are no known mechanical issues.
Modifications:
“The bike is stock with the exception of the Speedymoto Dry clutch components, fuel tank cap, tail tidy and I have added a tank protector. I do have the original cap and it will go with the sale. The clutch components were on the bike when I purchased it.”
Smoked windscreen.
Inside of the tank:
It is riding on Dunlop Sportmax Q3 tires with date codes of 3215 and 3815.
The sale includes 1 ignition key, Ducati Data Analyzer, Owner’s Manual, and World Dealer Guide.
Cosmetic Blemishes: please see the album in the “Photos” tab for all known cosmetic blemishes. Here is a selection:
“There are two small clearcoat rock chips on the front of the bike.
A hairline crack on the fairing near the left ankle area.
And a pothole depression on the front rim that did not affect the finish.”
Currently located in Browns Valley, California, this Ducati is offered on a clean California title with registration on Planned Non Operation. The California DMV website estimates fees of $248 to bring the registration current through August 2027.
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