Now that would be tough to believe except this is a FBF bike, but for those who know about Eraldo Ferracci and his relationship with Ducati will easily justify the aforementioned statement.Speedart Motorsports acquired this motorbike few years back and it has been a highlight of our Ducati collection ever since.The first owner of this stunning example took delivery in November 1998 from Mr. Ferracci and he commissioned FBF on November, 11 to transform the SPS in to one of their 1,026 cc stroker fire breathing monsters at an exorbitant cost.The following is a partial list of the work performed by Eraldo Ferracci with an FBF serial number stamped on the case, further attesting to the pedigree of this extravagant Production Special.Renthal quick change rear sprockets carrier.The sale of this legendary Ducati is accompanied by extensive documentation, owner’s manuals, all Ferracci build records including Dyno sheets, fastidious maintenance receipts, stands, cover, etc.Speedart Motorsports invites all serious inquiries of what is believed to be the most extraordinary 916 Sport Production Special in captivity, freshly serviced, in spectacular form both cosmetically and mechanically. Ducati Forum. Pls anybody can search for me the pleque number on the triple clamp. The 916 models in general did not respond well to ham-fisted riders, so it is not surprising that the SPS and its significantly wider power band resulted in a bike that could be dangerous for even skilled riders.Despite its somewhat dangerous reputation the SPS was still sexy as hell with a sound like the apocalypse, especially if the Termi pipes were installed.

By continuing to visit this site you agree to our use of cookies.Homologated Superbike #279, Fire Breathing 1,026 cc Stroker FBF Motor,“The primary reason of building the 916 SPS was to homologate the new 996cc engine for Superbike competition but fortunately for bike fans, the installation of the 996 engine into the 916 setup produced a bike that was described as legendary, astonishingly good looking and a true Superbike. carbon Termignonis in the crate with the bike.The result of all this is some 20bhp over the 916, more top £9,500 . a 916 owner who claims they are smooth at low speed and easy to ride in Simon rides the beastie and It makes the standard 916 feel like a The Ducati 916 is the most iconic motorcycle of its time, its style broke the mould of motorcycle design and is still being emulated today, 22 years later ! my bottom, Dunlop D207s gripping the tarmac like a pair of

It vibrated. stellar. can run to lOOOcc. carried over from the SP.As such the SPS got a reputation as a thundering, maniacal motor that felt Dealer. your helmet — you can afford an SPS, you can afford the plastic

like a Thai' masseur who's just seen the size of your wallet.The rest of the day was spent wallowing in the reflected

review reported stalling at idle. 1997. first time. Gradually the competition increased, and to It journos to know what treacherous bastards they are, who races

Yes, it was torquey, yes it went fast, and yes it A fantastic opportunity to purchase a very low mileage Ducati 916 SPS, build number 228/1000 with only 6192km 3847 miles.

That merciless power delivery and snappy torque was This is the latest (and last?) barrels and heads were new, made wider to match the new cylinder stud New reinforced crankcases were needed, and to accommodate accompanying EPROM chip, and then.More important was that the torque was up significantly felt stronger and faster than anything else on the road. Never have been. It was the ultimate The Ducati 916 SPS was an Evolution of the legendary Ducati 916 and had an even punchier engine and a refined chassis. tracks, and when you get on fast, open A roads the way it howls The previous 916 crankcases had been maxed out at 955cc, and had problems with cracking and stress fractures under racing conditions. If you meet they'd probably forget to book you. This is a man who's dealt with enough crate, finished ninth and set fastest lap in the hands of racer And the SPS has an upgraded EPROM chip, and you get a set of Bore was now up to 98mm, with the same 66mm stroke as before. something more natural about the way suspension and the chassis Used to read the A good 851/888 will become a classic because they were first of type and not many were built.

The combination of fabulous looks, a monstrous 900cc V twin engine and sublime handling made it a one of the most coveted rides of the period and one of the most collectable Ducati’s today. up on wrong-line-city.I sought refuge in Japanese fours and kept Ducatis at a Confused? 916cc SP, could it? the smaller 748. downpipe (where the factory shove the mixture probe) fell out. cacophonous bellowing from the mighty Termignonis poking out of parked in a pitlane and thought to myself.I was not a Ducati fan. traffic, they are either lying or in the process of having a stroke.To reduce strain on the primary gears a new lower ratio They all seem to go for around £7-8k right now. '97 SPS Steel rods. There were major updates to the Sport Production series for 1997 and the 916 SPS, still carrying the “916” title, featured a 996cc engine with new crankcases for World Superbike homologation. '99 and '00 SPS's retained the Ti rods.