Used 1995 Ducati 900SS

- Chassis # ZDM1LC4N0S8018478 - Showing Just 12,789 Miles From New - A Highly Original Example With Minimal Modifications - Thoroughly Serviced And Properly Maintained Throughout The Years The Super Sport name has developed a mystique over the years with the Ducati brand. First introduced on their now iconic and legendary 750 Super Sport, which barreled onto the scene in the early 70s, the SS name has gone on to adorn the side of some the Italian producers most iconic machines throughout the years. First introduced in 1991, the 900 Supersport (SS) borrowed many styling cues from the previous generation 851, but looks is about where the similarities ended. Penned by the ultimate in Italian 2-wheeled styling, Pierre Terblanche, the 900 SS was a fantastic machine that oozed proper Italian styling. Throughout its production run, it was available with both a full fairing (SS) and half fairing (SS/CR). In an effort to make the 900 SS more marketable, Ducati stuck with a tried and true design of an air-cooled 900cc V-twin engine utilizing a 2-valve head. The engine was fed by a pair of Mikuni carburetors rather than fuel injection, which tended to still be finicky at the time. The 900 SS was received wonderfully by reviewers who commented on how easy riding it was while still having the Ducati feel and character necessary to these machines. The no-frills ethos behind the design proved to be quite popular with customers, and by the end of 1997, over 27,000 examples of the 900 SS were sold worldwide, spawning some special factory configurations including the Superlight” and the SS/SP,” which was only available to the US market. The SS/SP took the base 900 SS and added carbon fiber fenders and clutch cover, adjustable Showa suspension, and an aluminum swingarm. These additions made the already fantastic platform of the 900 SS even more rideable and fun. Over the years, the simple production nature of the 900 SS has held it back a bit from a collecting standpoint as it did not provide enthusiasts with the long laundry list of unique features that some of Ducatis other offerings provided. This has begun to change, however, and we are beginning to see the resurgence of collectability and respect that the 900 SS deserves. This swing is led largely by the increased desire for collectibles from the 90s era but is also being pushed by the realization that these were and remain fantastic machines with the looks to back up the performance. Moving forward, they may not hit the high dollar mark of some of Ducatis other offerings, but original low miles examples will undoubtedly remain desirable and will continue to increase in collectability as the pool for good examples begins to dry up. The 900 SS/SP and the Lightweight examples will certainly float to the top here, given their rare nature and added special factor. Either way, though, the 900 SS platform as a whole remains an excellent entry point into the world of collectible Ducatis, one that can be ridden easily and looks just as good adorning that coveted spot in the garage of any collection. The motorcycle on offer here, chassis ZDM1LC4N0S8018478, is a 1995 Ducati 900 SS/SP. It currently shows 12,789 miles and remains in fantastic original condition. This bike was purchased by LBI Limited founder Adolfo Massari in 2012 from a close friend and fellow collector. Adolfo had grown up lusting after these machines, and despite having owned a number of dirt bikes etc., over the years, this was his first road-going motorcycle. In the early days, it was ridden regularly and maintained by the professionals at Fast By Ferracci, always receiving the care and attention that it needed to remain in outstanding shape. More recently, the 900 has seen more limited use as time and location worked against regular riding. This is less a testament to the riding quality of the machine and more a nod to the fantastic looks as the 900 routinely sat within eyesight of Adolfos desk, beauti