Description
Click here for an VINData Motorcycle History Report on this 2009 Ducati 1198.
Facing competition from V-Twins by fellow European manufacturers such as Aprilia’s RSV4 and KTM’s RC8, Ducati decided to up its game with the 1198. The results were quite successful as Ducati won plenty in WSBK, something the Panigale failed to achieve.
At the heart of the platform was Ducati’s 1,198cc Testastretta Evoluzione motor. When mated to the same gearbox found in the 1098R, the extra displacement was enough to give the 1198 a 10hp bump and an additional 7lb-ft of torque (resulting in a throaty 170hp and 97lb-ft of torque) over its predecessor. As Ultimate Motorcycling put it in their review: “The Ducati 1198cc engine’s massive horsepower is seriously addictive. There’s so much drive and from 8000 rpm, when the torque peaks, I had a big smile inside my helmet.”
This example is VIN: ZDM1XBLW59B022450. The seller is the third owner and purchased the bike three years ago from a private party.
During his ownership, the seller has covered approximately 25 miles. The odometer shows 6,266 miles.
Maintenance:
The seller notes the cam drive belts were replace at 6,000 miles, three years ago.
Modifications:
“Termignoni full exhaust, carbon fiber belly pan, front and rear fenders, swing arm cover.”
Inside of the tank:
It is riding on Metzeler Racetec RR tires with date codes of 3418 and 3418.
The sale includes two keys.
Cosmetic Blemishes:
According to the seller, there are no blemishes.
Currently located in Vero Beach, Florida, this Ducati is offered on a clean Florida title. Have any 1198 stories or questions about this listing? Let us know in the “Comments” tab!
