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Ducati reaches Finals at National Champs

Sean's impeccable Ducati Sport Classic 1000S has qualified for the 2022 National Championships at KICKBACK next April.


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 renowned in the Ducati Owners Clubs, used for many Ducati events, Ducati 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 her in the best running and condition for any new owner .

 EQUIPMENT AND FEATURES 

     Finished in vibrant candy’ dark blue metal flake finish with metallic gold stripes, Ducati logos and two silver-leaf ‘76’ number boards, 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 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.



Come and see all the finalists at KICKBACK on 2-3 April 2022 at the Three Counties Showground in Worcs. Click here for tickets ticketsource.co.uk/kickback

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