Description
Click here for an VINData Motorcycle History Report on this 2008 Ducati Desmosedici RR.
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.
Manufactured May 2008, this example is California compliant with VIN: ZDM1ZDFW08B000615, Engine #: ZDF8000737. It was originally sold to an individual in Wisconsin who subsequently sold it to a private party in Costa Rica who moved to Spain and brought the bike to him. Adam acquired it from this person in Span planning to turn it into his personal Sunday rider and says, “The bike rides fantastic, as I’ve said on many posts…like nothing else! It’s a bike like no other with a MotoGP feel, a strong roar when you’re on the throttle and as planted as any motorbike I’ve ever ridden. Not terribly prone to wheelies (which I prefer), top notch brakes, phenomenal suspension and the light wheels really help it turn in faster.”
It is #615/1500.
The odometer shows 3,461 miles.
Maintenance:
If you’d like to hear Adam go through this Desmosedici, check out the Shop Walk clip below! Per Adam, “As I’m sure you can tell, I really love this bike and if you compare it to a RC213V-S, Superleggera 1199, Super 1299 etc (I’ve ridden them all), they just don’t hold a candle to it as it’s truly the ultimate…exotic…MotoGp feeling bike for the street I’ve ever experienced. Only very minute issue: on very overcast / humid days, one of the headlights may fog up a little from the engine heat and the far corner of the LCD style dash will as well. It doesn’t block the vision of the numbers and disappears off the dash and headlamp when it’s parked, but it’s something to be aware of. I’ve noticed the same problem on a handful of the D16RR’s I’ve ridden.”
When the bike first came to Iconic, we diagnosed a misfire and replaced the fouled spark plugs.
Additionally, we replaced the coolant, flushed the brake fluid, replaced the rear sprocket, installed a quick shifter, and installed a set of 17″ BST carbon fiber wheels with Pirelli Diablo Supercorsa tires.
Condition report 2/21:
Tire Year Front/ Rear: 4822/4223
Tire % Front/ Rear:90/90
Tire Press Front/ Rear:34/36
Brake % Front/ Rear :70/70
Hydraulic: NEW
Oil: OK 300V
Coolant: NEW
Low Beam: OK
High Beam: OK
Turn: OK
Tail Light: OK
Brake Light: OK
Plate Light: OK
Kill: OK
Horn: OK
Battery: 12.2/13.4CHG
Modifications:
Adam wanted to do a different take on the traditional Desmosedici livery, so he had Brian of B.K.M. Creations paint the upper, the side fairings, the seat post, the tail, the belly pan, and the tank in Rosso Red with black stripes and logos. Here’s how he describes it, “I’ve had the pleasure of riding about a dozen Desmosedicis so far and each a bit different. This one stands out for a bunch of reasons but bear in mind, I’m a bit tainted considering it’s a livery I came up with. When I opt to do something custom, I prefer to make it look like it could have came from the factory but different. I like to give the painter a little free range to make some custom touches as well, so you’ll find that on this particular bike. The “black series” NR750 that’s currently on our classifieds or the Yoshimura TLR we’re still building are two others that I had the team help me create with a similar mindset.
As far as the livery, I asked Brian over at BKM to get a color similar to that used on the 1199 Superleggera, a bright orangish red but not too much of either. The 1299 Superleggera was a matte finish so clearly that would not work. I asked to make the portions that are typically white…black and expand the size a little. Matching letters on the tank was an easy decision and some matching black numberplate but sized appropriately as some people go with quite small ones that throw off the proportions a bit. Brian at BKM asked if he can do the letters on the nose as a tribute to the Tri Colore and a ducati logo clear coated into the front fender…sounded great to me!
Beyond the paintwork, I knew I would be riding this bike so I opted to go with 17″ BST Carbon wheels as opposed to the aftermarket Marchesinis as I’m a big BST fan and we are an approved distributor.
The other significant improvement that drew me to this bike is the rare, sought after Termi GP7 exhaust and unlike most exhausts which typically emulate the shape and lines of a stock set up, the GP7 requires a new bellpay, tail section etc. That tail section has two very small taillights that I just adore and the way the exhaust exits from the side AND tail is nothing short of awesome.
I mentioned on the clip that we added a quick shifter, it’s the only thing I don’t love. It’s not terribly reliable so I rarely used it so we’ll leave it up to the buyer but I strongly suggest we pull it off prior to delivery as I’ve heard some horror stories about transmission damage from them on Desmo’s. Again, we’ll leave it up to the buyer.”
Rider decal.
Battery tender lead.
Inside of the tank:
The sale includes one key, rear stand, stock Marchesini wheels, original owner’s manual and booklets, a Ducati Data Analyzer, a factory cover, a Ducati Corse hat, the stock exhaust.
Cosmetic Blemishes: please see the album up top for all known cosmetic blemishes. Here is a selection:
Currently located at our facility in Santa Monica, California, (please make an appointment for an inspection), this Ducati is offered on a clean Oregon title. Have any Desmosedici stories or questions about this listing? Let us know in the “Comments” tab!
