1988 Ducati Superbike

1 of only 207
1988 Ducati 851 Tricolore “Kit Bike”
This 1988 Ducati 851 Tri-Colore kit bike was purchased by a Southern Californian collector about ten years ago from the Dana Berman collection. As one of the 207 “Kit bikes” the bike features the following differences from the Strada (Street) version:

Cut out in the left fairing to accommodate the ram air tube (not present on strada)

Stamped “A” next to the spark plug head which was only done on the modified kit heads.

Vented clutch cover as used in kit bikes.

The bike is accompanied by a pair of barrels, bellmouths, mechanic's manual, gaskets and exhaust headers, as well as an unused racing nose fairing (all pictured) and fairing side panels (to be photographed).The motorcycle has obviously been enjoyed in previous ownership. In generally good condition, it is not a freshly restored machine, but shows some signs of wear and a lovely settled and consistent patina. On static display for the last decade, it would need the usual re-commissioning before return it to road or track.
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