Please note: VINData is showing that the odometer reading“exceeds mechanical limits”. This brand does show on the bikes title.
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: ZDM1XBLW2AB027612. The seller is the second owner, he acquired it from the original owner in Vermont 35 days ago.
During his ownership, the seller has covered 8 miles. The odometer shows 12,619 miles.
“I purchased it on August 3rd, 2026. Unfortunately, my broken back will not allow me to ride it like I hoped. That is the reason I am selling it.” “I broke my back a while ago in a motorcycle accident. I have not ridden since then. I had a 2007 Ducati at the time and I have always wanted to get the same bike. I finally did, only to find out my back can’t take that riding position any longer.”
Maintenance:
“The cam belts were replaced in 2016, so it should be done again. Everything else on the bike seems like it is in really great condition. I have done zero maintenance, I just aired up the tires and filled the fuel tank up.”
Modifications:
“The upgrades are only cosmetic:
Carbon fiber fender and clutch cover.
CRG levers, rear sets.
Integrated tail light with fender elimination kit.
Upgraded headlight bulbs and a few anodized parts like the clutch and brake caps and clutch spring retainers.”
Inside of the tank:
It is riding on Pirelli tires which have aged out with date codes of 3614.
The sale includes two ignition keys, the code card, and the owner’s manual.
The sale also includes several original parts.
Cosmetic Blemishes: please see the album in the “Photos” tab for all known cosmetic blemishes. Here is a selection:
“The bike does not have any scratches at all, there is a screw missing from the exhaust shroud. That is the only thing I can see on the bike. It really does look like it is new.”
Currently located in Woodstock, Georgia, this Ducati is offered on a clean Georgia title. Have any 1198 stories or questions about this listing? Let us know in the “Comments” tab!
