2005 Ducati Superbike

Condition:	Used
Year:	2005
Mileage:	14,600
Exterior Color:	Red
Manufacturer:	Ducati
Engine Size (cc):	1,000
Model:	Superbike
Warranty:	Vehicle does NOT have an existing warranty
Sub Model (Optional):	999R
Vehicle Title:	Clear
Type:	Sport Bike
Price:	US $24,000.00
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(Multiple collectors are interested but I'm looking for the best deal.)
wikipedia regarding the 999S:  "2005 Ducati 999S won the Maxisport category for the prestigious international Masterbike 2005 ... received critical acclaim ... MCN ... 'simply the best V-Twin on the planet'... Motorbikestoday.com, ... 'the most desirable, most exciting roadbike on the planet' in 2004. MotorcycleUSA.com ... 'stupendous' ... 'the epitome of V-Twin power.'
motorcyclist online: "The 2005 Ducati 999, in particular, would represent the nameplate's height of critical acclaim
This is not the 999S.  This is the superior, racing version, the 999R.  
This is piece of Motorcycle history.  Considered by some to be the finest bike EVER made.
The 2005 999R had production run of 200 units.  That means there are only 200 of these bikes on the planet!  (The minimum number required to qualify the bike for use in production superbike races.)  This one has been kept in excellent condition by an experienced motorcycle enthusiast with multiple Ducatis.
The 999R model of the 2005 Ducati 999 has the most powerful Testastretta engine. It pumps out 150 horsepower and 86 lb-ft of torque; and it has larger intake valves, longer bore and shorter stroke. Each engine on the 2005 Ducati 999 is hooked up to six-speed manual transmission. Due to its racing orientation, it is lighter than the other two models: 11 lbs. lighter, to be more precise. Each 2005 Triple Nine has fuel tank that can hold up to 4.1 gallons (15.5 liters) with 0.8-gallon (3-liter) reserve. With the 999S or 999R variants, the 2005 999 can go from zero to 62 miles per hour (mph) in under seconds, and it can achieve top speed of over 170 mph.
The 999R uses titanium valves both on intake and exhaust, as well as titanium connecting rods, and requiring Ducati to use special valve seats and guides.  This saves considerable weight.  Numerous changes have been made to every part of the bike making this model lighter, faster, and more powerful.  Forged aluminum alloy wheels, more sophisticated engine ECU, and much more.  From Ducati's press manual: "The Testastretta engine of the 999R ['05 because of the lighter weight]... MEP value... exceeds 14 bar.  Information is available for Serious Buyers.
My 75 yr old father who can no longer ride it after surgery says "this model is lot revvier because of the titanium, and shortly after this year, Ducati started increasing the engine displacement of their superbikes, so this is one of the last of the 1000cc series"
ENGINETYPEL-Twin cylinder, valves per cylinder Testastretta Desmodromic, liquid cooledDISPLACEMENT999ccBORE STROKE104 58.8mmCOMPRESSION RATIO12.5:1POWER150hp 110kw 9750rpm *TORQUE11.9kgm 8000rpm * * The power/torque values indicated are measured using an engine dynamometer according to homologation regulation and they correspond to the homologated data, as quoted in the Bike Registration Document.FUEL INJECTIONMarelli electronic fuel injection, 54mm throttle bodyEXHAUSTSingle steel muffler with catalytic converterTransmissionGEARBOX6 speedPRIMARY DRIVEStraight cut gears, ratio 1.84RATIO1st 37/15, 2nd 30/17, 3rd 28/20, 4th 26/22, 5th 24/23, 6th 23/24FINAL DRIVEChain; Front sprocket 15; Rear sprocket 36CLUTCHDry multiplate with hydraulic controlFRAMETubular steel trellisFRONT SUSPENSIONÖhlins 43mm upside-down fully adjustable fork with TiN surface treatment, for radial calipersFRONT WHEELY-shaped 5-spoke light alloy forged 3.50 17FRONT TYRE120/70 ZR17REAR SUSPENSIONProgressive linkage with fully adjustable Öhlins monoshockREAR WHEELY-shaped 5-spoke light alloy forged 5.50 17REAR TYRE190/50 ZR17FRONT WHEEL TRAVEL120mm 4.7inREAR WHEEL TRAVEL128mm 5inFRONT BRAKE2 320mm semi-floating discs, 4-piston 4-pad radial caliperREAR BRAKE240mm disc, 2-piston caliperINSTRUMENTATIONSpeedometer, rev counter, high beam indicator, turn signals, oil pressure warning light, low fuel warning light, neutral light, water temperature, immobilizer system.Dimensions and weightDRY WEIGHT181kg 399lbSEAT HEIGHT780mm 30.7inWHEELBASE 1420mm 55.9inRAKE23.5° 24.5°FUEL TANK CAPACITY15.5l (of which 3l reserve) 4.1 US gal (of which 0,8 US gal reserve)NUMBER OF SEATSSingle seat

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