No Reserve – 1968 Ducati Scrambler 350

Description

Additional photos of this Ducati Scrambler 350 are available here for your perusal.

Back in the 1960s, American importer Joe Berliner was managing to bring in so many Ducatis that he had garnered some sway with the Italian manufacturer’s corporate big wigs. At the time, dirt was all the rage here in the states, so when he asked for a do-everything option fit for younger riders, Ducati happily obliged. What resulted was the Scrambler 250, a dual-sport based on the road-going Diana which Berliner had converted for dirt track competitions.

A few years later, that had evolved into the 350 you see before you. While some early models were sold with the narrow-case Sebring engine shoved into a 250 frame, Ducati eventually released a series of ‘wide-case’ Scramblers in 1968 — bikes with frames that were widened to fit the new engines. That same year, Ducati also introduced a 5-speed transmission and a set of 35mm forks. Even though the 350 did not receive the infamous desmo valve train, they were still quick enough, as the 336cc engine produced 24 horsepower.

This example is VIN: 05601. The seller acquired the bike through an Iconic Motorbikes auction one year ago.

The odometer shows 10,942 kilometers (6,799 miles).

Maintenance:
The seller has not performed any maintenance under his ownership. He states that the bike has been kept inside and will likely need a carb cleaning to make it rider-ready.

He will be including all of the receipts documenting the previous owner’s restoration.

Modifications:
Sealed beam headlight.

Inside of the tank:

It is riding on Shinko SR41 tires with date codes of 1821 and 2521.

The sale includes the handlebar headlight switch and stock headlight bucket.

Cosmetic Blemishes: please see the album up top for all known cosmetic blemishes. Here is a selection:

Currently located in Beverly Hills, California, this Ducati is offered on a clean Arizona title. Have any Scrambler stories or questions about this listing? Let us know in the “Comments” tab!