1993 Ducati 888 SP
SA • Private
15
CategorySuper Sport
Engine Size888cc 4 stroke
Odometer16,570km
Comments from the seller
These bikes were built in the Superbike race factory, not the production road bike factory. No other Ducati has been as successful or dominant in successive years as the 888 in 1991, 1992, 1993 winning 62 races, 35 second places and 29 thirds, along with the 1991, 1992, and 1993 Superbike World Championships. This is a very rare limited edition Homologation Special bike, number 143 of only 500 made. As race bikes, many were raced and crashed, hence, they have become very rare today.
The final 888 sport production was the 888 SP5 of 1993 with the higher-performance SP5 engine, but with an SP4 cooling system. This continued to set the performance standard for twin-cylinder motorcycles worldwide. All the usual SP features were retained, including twin injectors, pankl con-rods, full floating front disc brake and close-ratio gearbox. There were also a few updates on the chassis. The frame and wheels were painted bronze and a Showa front fork replaced the problematic Ohlins of the SP4, while retaining the sublime Ohlins suspension at the rear. Also added, were termignoni carbon-fiber mufflers, and fully floating rear disc brake and braided-steel brake lines. Although there have been annual limited higher-performance series since the 888, the 888 SP5's were different. These machines were loud, hard edged race bikes offering considerably more performance than an 851 or 888 strada. They were also built in fewer numbers than later SP's, and their rarity has resulted in high appreciation of their qualities, huge desirability which has seen the 888 SP5 firmly fixed as one of the top, most sought after, collectable and expensive Ducatis ever made.
This particular SP5 is in excellent original condition, no accidents, not raced, original low 16,570 kilometres, in a private collection for the past 21 years. Original patina, a very rare find.
If you can only have one bike, this is it. Unbelievable to ride, or simply admire it's beautiful, elegant design.
Just the sound of that remarkable, brutal engine, unreal!
A statement piece in any garage or collection.
*Genuine buyers please.
Thank you.
Bike details
øNetwork Id
SSE-AD-6165861
Bike
Road Manual 5sp 888cc (SP5)
Kilometres
16,570km
Body
Super Sport
Colour
Red
Engine Capacity
888 cc
Cost of financeSponsored
Configuration
888cc, 4-stroke, Liquid cooled, 4-Valve, DOHC, Desmodromic, L-Twin, 2-cyl
Country of Origin
ITALY
Registration Expiry
Oct 2026 (5 mths)
Registration Plate
YYR981
Roadworthy certificate
Provided at pick-up by seller
Details
Bike Type
Road
Series
888
LAMS Approved
False
Colours
Red
Country of Origin
ITALY
Grey Import
False
Is Limited Edition
True
Engine
Engine Description
888
Engine Config
L-Twin
Engine Capacity
888cc
Engine Type
Piston
Engine Stroke
4
Bore
94.0mm
Stroke
64.0mm
Cam Type
Desmodromic
Cylinders
2
Valves Per Cylinder
4
Compression Ratio
12.0:1
Induction System
Aspirated
Carburettor
EFI - Electronic Fuel Injection, Weber-Marelli
Cooling
Liquid
Maximum Speed
260km/h
Start
Starter
Electric
Electrics
Engine Voltage
12Volt
Charging Method
Engine
Fuel & Emissions
Fuel Type
Petrol
Recommended RON
91
Fuel Tank Capacity
17.0L
Transmission
Drive Type
Chain
Final Drive Ratio
Chain
Gear Type
Manual
Gear Number
5
Clutch Type
Dry, Multi-plate (16), Hydraulic operation
Chassis & Suspension
Frame Material
Tubular chrome-moly steel trestle
Front Suspension
Oleodynamic inverted fork, Adjustable compression & spring preload
Rear Suspension
Rising-rate Öhlins shock absorber, Adjustable compression & preload
Brakes
Front Brake Description
Twin bimetallic drilled floating discs, Brembo (Gold series), Hydraulic operation
Front Brake Caliper(s)
Double Piston
Front Brake Diameter
320.0mm
Rear Brake Description
Single cast iron fixed disc, Brembo (Gold series) Hydraulic operation, RH foot pedal
Rear Brake Diameter
245.0mm
ABS
Not Available
Wheels & Tyres
Wheel Type
3-spoke, Light alloy
Wheel Size Front
3.5x17", Brembo
Wheel Size Rear
5.5x17", Brembo
Rear Tyre
180/55-ZR17", Radial, Tubeless, Michelin
Front Tyre
120/70-ZR17", Radial, Tubeless, Michelin
Dimensions & Weights
Length
2000mm
Width
780mm
Wheelbase
1430mm
Dry Weight
187.9kg
Wet / Operational Weight
207.94kg
Seat Height
760mm
Seating Capacity
1
Warranty & Servicing
Warranty KMs
Unlimited
Convenience
Seating Position
Forward
Peter is the sellerLocation
Medindie, SA 5081
Member since
2017
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ø Specifications have been sourced from Automotive Data Services Pty Ltd (Redbook) and are based on manufacturer standard features and specifications, some of which may require subscription. Actual features and specifications for this vehicle may differ. Please confirm these details with the seller.
‡ This is an estimated figure calculated with reference to ADR 81/02 and is made on the assumption the vehicle is at maximum factory fuel/energy capacity. It does not take into account factors such as individual driving habits, terrains and driving conditions which may vary depending on the driver and the vehicle.
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