The natural evolution of the 1199 Superleggera, Ducati’s 1299 Superleggera was also produced in a limited run of just 500 units. Just like its predecessor, the focus on a winning combination of more power and less weight. Courtesy of an oversquare 1,285cc engine, the power figure was raised to a staggering 215hp at 11,000rpm and 108.0 lb-ft torque at 9,000 rpm – plus another 5 horsepower with the Akrapovic exhaust included in the “race kit”.
The weight savings would make Colin Chapman proud, as Ducati extensively utilized lightweight materials – the main frame, subframe, single-sided swingarm, and wheels were all made of carbon fiber. Other touches included non-electronic suspension (that was too heavy, of course), a fixed swingarm pivot (adjustability adds weight), and titanium parts throughout the engine. All this yielded a dry weight of just 339.5 pounds (368 pounds curb).
That means there’s less mass for the Öhlins suspension and impressive brakes to manage and slow down: Brembo Monobloc Evo M50 4-piston calipers up front with 2-piston calipers in the rear, complemented by Cornering ABS. For more info on what makes the 1299 Superleggera iconic, check out this article from Cycle News.
Manufactured in March of 2017, this example is VIN: ZDMHAAJW5HB000055. The seller is the original owner, he purchased it new in 2017 from GP Motorcycles in San Diego, California.
The odometer shows 6,193 miles.
It is production number 60 out of 500.
Maintenance:
“Well maintained with best quality fluids always changed early. All fluids just changed.”
Modifications:
CNC clutch slave cylinder.
Sato Racing frame sliders with shock support.
Tail tidy/fender eliminator.
CRG mirror.
CNC Racing bar ends. Please note that the grips were originally incorrectly described as aftermarket but they are OEM. Iconic apologizes for the error.
Not pictured is a CNC billet gas cap.
Inside of the tank:
It is riding on Pirelli Diablo Supercorsa SP tires with date codes of 0419 and 0519.
The sale includes 2 ignition keys, the factory cover, original booklets, tool kit, DDA, DQS map key, original exhaust, mirrors, and the Superleggera stand.
Cosmetic Blemishes: please see the album in the “Photos” tab for all known cosmetic blemishes. Here is a selection:
Currently located in La Quinta, California, this Ducati is offered on a clean California title with registration current through August 2026.
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