2006 Ducati 999R Xerox
No. 298 of 324 units produced

Registration No: BX56 VRR
Frame No: ZDMH401AA6B018012
MOT: None

• The 298th bike from a limited-edition run of 324
• Just three owners and 2,500 miles from new
• Effectively a nearly-new bike, complete with its 'Xerox' plaque, original exhaust, etc.

Designed by Pierre Terblanche, the Ducati 999 followed the celebrated 916, 996 and 998 models and allowed Neil Hodgson, James Toseland and Troy Bayliss to win the 2003, 2004 and 2006 World Super Bike Championships respectively. The 999R homologation special arrived in 2005. It was awash with carbon fibre and titanium, keeping weight down to 399lbs., not to mention uprated Ohlins suspension and Brembo brakes. With the compression ratio increased from 11.4 to 12.5:1, its 999cc Testastretta V-twin (or L-twin, as it was known on account of the inclination of its cylinders) developed 148bhp, with tremendous results for its performance and handling finesse. Reputedly, it could cover 0-60mph in 3.17secs. and exceed 170mph. Lest anyone should forget about its track credentials, the 999R Xerox special edition was produced in a limited run of 324 units and distinguished by its anodised black top yoke and footpegs, black fork sleeves and the Xerox-sponsored livery which then adorned Ducati Corse’s Superbike World Championship machines.

Number 298 of the 324 Xeroxes produced, this excellent example has been well cared-for all its life, with just three owners from new. Originally sold through Ducati Wolverhampton Ltd. to a Mr. Hall of Solihull in 2006, it resided in long-term ownership from 2007 to 2022, after which it was bought by the vendor for his motorcycle collection. Having covered just 2,500 miles from new, it was last in use in 2013 but, in that short timeframe, it received two services. It thus appears like a nearly-new bike with its full book pack, key card and keys, Xerox commemorative plaque, and original exhaust system, not to mention assorted papers including the original sales documents and a multitude of subsequent invoices from Ducati Coventry. While keeping the Ducati in a heated display room, the vendor has occasionally run it up to temperature to keep the engine free. Said to be in “excellent” overall condition, ‘BX56 VRR’ represents a rare opportunity to acquire one of this century’s most sought-after superbikes.

For more information, please contact:
Mike Davis
mike.davis@handh.co.uk
07718 584217