Description
Click here for an CycleVIN Motorcycle History Report on this 2008 Ducati Desmosedici RR. Additional photos are available here for your perusal.
In 2007, Casey Stoner won his first MotoGP World Championship aboard Ducati’s V4 Desmosedici racer. That same year, the Bologna brand would unleash one of the most exotic and elite production motorcycle of the last 20 years with the Desmosedici D16RR (or “Race Replica”). Limited to just 1,500 units worldwide, the ultra-exclusive two-wheeler was the closest thing the public had ever seen to a MotoGP bike with headlights for sale.
While the D16RR is often referred to as a “detuned version” of the Italian prototype racer, it actually featured an all-new 989cc, 90-degree V4 with gear-driven cams, twin-pulse firing order, Desmo valve actuation, single-piece forged steel crankshaft, and sand-cast aluminum crankcases and cylinder heads. The RR was good for close to 200hp and 85ft-lbs of torque when equipped with the special race ECU and exhaust system which was included with each bike. In road-going trim, it was still capable of putting down 180 horses. Top speed was an equally impressive 190 mph thanks to a dry weight of only 377 lbs (425 lbs wet).
The first-ever four-cylinder production Ducati, the Desmo RR boasted a heap of race-grade hardware. Brakes consisted of the same units used on Ducati’s MotoGP bikes (wet setup) with dual four-piston radial-mount monoblocs and floating 330mm discs. Ohlins supplied its 43mm gas-pressurized FG353P forks and PRXB mono-shock.
The bodywork, heel-guards, fenders, fairing bracket, and subframe are comprised of carbon fiber, while the exhaust heat-shield is made from a carbon-ceramic composite. Ducati’s MotoGP bike for the street also utilized a steel trellis frame derived from the brand’s premier class racer, and even the LCD display was plucked straight off the GP7. The whole thing rolls along on $20K Marchesini forged and machined magnesium wheels wrapped in special Bridgestone rubber developed exclusively for the D16RR. As one would expect on a motorcycle with a $70K+ sticker price, the fit and finish on the Desmo RR is absolutely exquisite. Each of the 1,500 units was built by hand by a special team and each example bares a numbered plaque.
This example is VIN: ZDM1ZDFW98B000189. The seller acquired the bike from Pro Italia 11 years ago.
It is #0189/1500.
During his ownership, the seller has covered approximately 50 miles. The odometer shows 1,510 miles.
Maintenance:
The seller has maintenance records from Pro Italia going back to 2008 (please see the album for full documentation). He most recently had a fuel leak and a coolant leak repaired.
In preparation for the listing, the seller had us perform a safety inspection and make a list of recommended repairs. Angel did the work, he notes the following in his condition report:
Gas Tank Internal: Ok
Tire Year Front: 0416 / Rear: 3318
Tire Life Front: 100% / Rear: 100%
Tire Press Front: 32PSI / Rear: 32PSI
Brake Life Front: 70% / Rear: 70%
Hydraulic Brake Fluid Front: Fail Rear:
Fail
Clutch Fluid: Fail
Oil Quality: Ok Level: Ok
Coolant Quality: Ok (Pink, age
unknown) Level: Ok
Drive Chain: Ok, but dry
Suspension leaks: None
Low Beam: Ok
High Beam: Ok
Turn: Ok
Tail Light: Ok
Brake Light: Ok
Plate Light: Ok
Kill: Ok
Horn: Ok
Battery: 12.2V Standing, 13.3 Charging
Notes:
• Smokes – Oil on rear cylinder exhaust manifold fasteners
Services Recommended:
• Front and rear brake fluid flush and fill
• Coolant flush and Fill
• Chain service
• New front tire
• Diagnose oil on exhaust manifold bolts
Modifications:
Termignoni race exhaust and ECU.
PPF.
Quick-turn gas cap.
Rhino Moto axle sliders.
Battery tender lead.
Inside of the tank:
It is riding on Bridgestone Battlax BT10 tires with date codes of 0416 and 3318.
The sale includes two keys (one pictured), the original owner’s manual, and a bike cover.
Cosmetic Blemishes: please see the album up top for all known cosmetic blemishes. Here is a selection:
Please note: Many of the blemishes you see are on top of the PPF.
Currently located at our facility in Santa Monica, California (please make an appointment for an inspection), this Ducati is offered on a clean California title. Have any Desmosedici stories or questions about this listing? Let us know in the “Comments” tab!
