2007 DUCATI SPORT CLASSIC 1000S - CUSTOM

KEY FACTS

• A stylish custom-built café racer, based on the lauded Ducati Sport Classic 1000S and presented in excellent cosmetic and mechanical condition.
• It is powered by a 992cc V-twin engine, coupled to a six-speed transmission.
• The bike is currently on show at The Bike Shed in London, and has been featured as a 'staff pick' in the ‘Classified’ section of its website.
• The bike is renowned in the Ducati Owners Club, used for many Ducati meets and race events, and has been on show at three successive World Ducati Week meets in Misano.
• Nicknamed ‘Bella’, it was modified and customised shortly after purchase with assistance from Ducati specialist Louigi Moto and D.W. Automotive, and is now presented with a raft of cafe racer-style components.
• It has then undergone a frame-up refurbishment at Desmo London, comprising a full engine rebuild, service, aqua blast and respray to present the bike in the best running order and condition for the new owner.

EQUIPMENT AND FEATURES

• Finished in vibrant metallic blue paintwork accented by gold racing stripes, this Ducati’s exterior now features Paul Smart lower side fairings, new rearsets, a custom LED headlight, retro bar-end mirrors and lightweight gold Marchesini five-spoke wheels.
• The 992cc V-twin engine has been enhanced with the addition of velocity stacks and K&N pod filters, and is also equipped with a Ducati sports ECU, and a full Keihin Systems stainless steel exhaust hung with custom titanium hangers.
• The front Marzocchi forks were fitted with internal adjusters to allow preload and rebound adjustment, along with progressive springs and heavier oil. The rear shocks also feature upgraded internals.
• The front brake callipers have been upgraded to gold Brembo four-pot items.
• The stock double seat was replaced with an aftermarket ‘60s replica cafe racer-style unit from Diopa, while the black grips have been replaced with golden tan retro items.
• The bike’s original owner’s manuals, red master key, and a spare key will be included, along with evidence of the service history, a pillion seat and pegs, and a ‘bikini’ fairing.

CONDITION

• There is no known damage to the frame, tank or bodywork.
• While originally painted red, the bike has undergone a full custom respray, now featuring a ‘candy’ dark blue metal flake finish with metallic gold stripes, Ducati logos and two silver-leaf ‘76’ number boards. It presents in excellent overall condition.
• There are no known electrical or mechanical faults.
• The bike’s last MOT test was conducted in 20 April 2018 at 40,861 miles, which resulted in a pass with two advisories to monitor worn rear brake pads and a slightly misshapen front tyre. The bike will come with a fresh MOT certificate for the next owner.

SERVICE HISTORY

• This Ducati’s most recent routine maintenance was a major service, which was carried out at an indicated 46,330 miles, following a comprehensive engine rebuild at Desmo London.
• The cam belt was last replaced in July 2020.
• In the vendor’s ownership, the bike has received regular services, along with tyre, chain and sprocket replacements.

SUMMARY

This Ducati Sport Classic 1000S is a beautiful, custom-built café racer, boasting a number of performance-focused upgrades, and presented in a unique two-tone colour scheme. Offered in fantastic overall condition and reported to be in fine mechanical health following a full engine rebuild, it is ready to stretch its legs on the open road, and will be sure to attract smiles and envious glances wherever it goes.

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