Ducati Classic Motor Ini Laku Rp2 Miliar, What Makes Special?

Ducati 750 SS output in 1974. (Photo: Visordown)

JAKARTA A surprise came from the world of collectors of classic motorcycles, when a rare unit of 1974's Ducati 750 SS was auctioned off in The Classic Motorcycle Mechanics Show organized by Bonhams. The motorbike was successfully sold for 103,500 pounds, or reached approximately Rp 2.29 billion for one motorbike.

This motorbike is not just any Ducati, a version of 750 SS is known as a model built from a racing victory silhouette, especially Paul Smart's victory in the 200-year Imola event in 1972. According to auction data, the motorbike has a long history.

Since being brought to England in 1984 and registered with the Q plate, the bike has passed three owners since 1985 and underwent restoration by specialist Made in Italy Motorcycles. The original specifications are maintained, such as the Scarab brake and alloy Borrani WM3/2.15 \times18 velg, although it is said that there are adjustments due to the conditions of the brakes.

Another uniqueness of this 1974 model is the difference with the Imola version 72, with characteristics like the middle fork-poros and the front brake of Brembo. Before being auctioned, the odometer showed a figure of 28,904 km, or about 17,960 miles, as reported by Visordown, Friday, October 24.

The 1974 SS 750 Ducati is equipped with an L-T7win 748 cc engine, two valves per cylinder with a Desmodromic system, which has become the hallmark of Ducati to date. The machine is capable of generating about 73 horse power at 8,500 rpm, with manual transmission of 5 accelerations and a chain driving system. The resulting power is channeled to the rear wheels, making this motor one of the fastest superbikes in its era.

For classic motorcycle fans and collectors, this transaction figure is a new benchmark that the market for the iconic motor era is still very strong. Limitation on the number of units, racing history factors, and good restoration conditions make this kind of model very attractive.

However, prospective buyers must be prepared at the risk of restoration and maintenance costs, including difficult components to find as well as increasingly rare technical specializations. These sales not only reflect the financial value of classic motorcycles, but also how Ducati's legendary racing and design legacy is still able to trigger high enthusiasm from today's collection community.