In 1999, Ducati released a special edition of the Monster. They called it the Cromo, and it was obviously named due to the distinctive tank, which was complemented by a carbon fiber rear seat cover and rear fender. It also got adjustable front forks and the high-po 74 horsepower engine. The next year, Ducati added fuel injection to the Monster …
1969 Ducati Mk3 350 Racer
From a seller that only features incredible bikes at incredible prices comes this beautiful Ducati Mk3 350 that’s been turned into a racer with a high compression piston, 36mm Dell’orto carb, Ceriani forks, Borrani rims, and Oldani brakes, which are quite expensive.
Non-US Model – 1987 Cagiva Alazzurra 650
Produced for just three years, the Cagiva Alazzurra 650 was a rebadged Ducati street bike. Cagiva purchased Ducati in 1985, and was looking to grow their market share in larger-displacement bikes. Instead of building one from scratch, they used a 650cc version of the Pantah engine for both the Alazzurra and the Elefant.
1973 Moto Guzzi V7 Sport Racer
Here’s a lovely Moto Guzzi V7 Sport that’s been turned into a racebike that hit 160 miles per hour in the process of placing 2nd at “the 1997 Daytona classic series.” Modifications include a 980cc engine from Scola Racing, Keihin CR carbs, 38mm Marzocchi magnesium forks, a straight cut gearbox, and more!
916 Powered – Custom Ducati Cafe Racer
Here’s an interesting custom build with “a nod to the classic cafe racer period of the early to mid 1970s.” Built around a modified Verlicchi frame and a 916 motor (with dry clutch, natch), it was completed last month and is now ready for another 3,500 miles before it’ll need a service.
1982 Bimota HB2
The successor of the uber-limited HB1 (one of which just sold at Bonhams Grand Palais for $72,103), the Bimota HB2 replicated the formula of Honda engine inside a Bimota frame. This time Bimota used the engine from the CB900F, and produced a much more reasonable number of examples – 193 of them.
Absolute Lunacy – 1971 Benelli Volcano
In a moment of insanity, Benelli shoved a 180cc two-stroke engine into a minibike frame and created the Volcano. It was the most powerful minibike Benelli created and was capable of hitting 56 miles per hour!
1968 Moto Guzzi V700 Ambassador
Produced for just a few years, the Ambassador was never as well known as bikes like the Eldorado (which replaced this bike). Built to target the American market, MG saw a way to compete with Harley with a 757cc variant of the venerable V-Twin.
Like a Vincent – 1977 Ducati 860GT
Post Sale Update: After being relisted a hefty 13 times, the price on this custom 860 finally came down low enough for someone to show interest. It sold for a BIN of $9,995. Here’s a 860GT that’s been given a paint scheme to look sort of like a Vincent. Cute homage or tacky aftermarket paint – you tell me. The …
One Owner – 1994 Ducati 900SS/SP
Here’s a lovely example of the 900SS/SP that’s being offered by the original owner, who apparently had a difficult decision deciding between this or a 916. He correctly decided that this would be much more comfortable for street riding duty, and it’s destined to be a future classic (if it isn’t already one now.)
The California Hot Rod – 1974 Ducati 750SS
Post Listing Update: The California Hot Rod was pulled off of eBay, final sale price unknown. 2-8 Update: Bidding got up to $250,000 but did not meet reserve, so the seller has relisted it with an opening bid of $250,000 here on eBay. It’s finally happened – I get to feature a bike with a serious asking price of 7 …
1966 Ducati Sebring 350
When it was introduced in 1966, the Sebring 350 was the biggest bike Ducati sold to the public. This bike was named after Franco Farne’s class win at a race at Sebring International Raceway.
2002 Ducati MH900 Evoluzione
I realize it’s kind of an odd thing to say with a bike that costs just under $20,000, but this is one of the lowest prices I’ve seen for a MH900e in a while.
1972 Moto Guzzi Ambassador
Post-Sale Update: This Ambassador was snagged for the BIN of $5,000. Produced for just a few years, the Ambassador was never as well known as bikes like the Eldorado (which replaced this bike). Built to target the American market, MG saw a way to compete with Harley with a 757cc variant of the venerable V-Twin.
1975 Laverda SFC Electronica
Even the “base” SFC 750 is a legendary bike, but near the end of production, it got just a little bit better with the Laverda SFC Electronica. It was named for the incorporation of Bosch electronic ignition, but that wasn’t the extent of the modifications.