1994 DUCATI 888 STRADA

This Ducati 888 Strada is an excellent example of one of the most iconic superbikes in the marque’s history, which presents in highly original condition. Its engine is a 100hp 888cc L-twin Desmodromic four-stroke, coupled to a six-speed transmission. The odometer indicates 22,159 km.

Following on from the legendary 851, the 888’s finest hour was in 1991, when American rider Doug Polen took 17 victories in the 26 races of the season to be crowned Superbike World Champion - a title he would retain with the 888 the following year.

This bike is understood to be a 1994 model, which would make it one of 1,571 Strada models built in that year. It was brought to the UK and re-registered in April 2018 to the importer, who then sold it on to The Brunt Collection the following month.

The frame and bodywork is in great shape, with no signs of any prior damage, and with the red and white livery appearing to be original and unrestored. As such, a few of the decals present with very slight wear, but overall the condition is excellent. There are carbon-fibre front and rear mud guards, with some minor lacquer damage to the former, and the bike is also equipped with carbon-fibre Arrow silencers.

Serviced annually with oil changes during its time in The Brunt Collection, this Ducati 888 is reported to be in very good mechanical order - and the cosmetic appearance of the motor and its ancillaries is also superb.

It has just been put through an MOT test on 23 March 2021 at 22,159 km, when it achieved a first-time pass with no alerts or advisories. The wheels are fitted with Michelin tyres at the front and rear.

A classic 1990s Ducati presented in superb order, this 888 Strada would be a wonderful addition to any collection of two-wheeled machines. It would no doubt be a thrill to ride, harking back to what is arguably the golden era of World Superbike racing.

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