Designed by the legendary Fabio Taglioni, Ducati’s first road-going v-twin - the 750GT - arrived in 1971. A 90-degree vee, the engine looked like two of the Bologna firm’s bevel-drive overhead-cam singles on a common crankcase (which in essence it was) though the coil valve springs represented a departure from Ducati’s traditional hairpins. The 90-degree layout made for exceptional smoothness and a lengthy wheelbase, a handicap more apparent than real that failed to stop the fine-handling Ducati vees notching up a succession of wins in Formula 750 events, commencing with Paul Smart's famous victory at Imola in 1972. Smart’s bike was based on the 750 Sport introduced that year. Based on the original 750GT tourer, the 750 Sport was an altogether more exciting looking beast and backed up its stunning looks with improved performance courtesy of a maximum power hike from 50 to 56bhp. Built only until 1974, the Sport underwent minor changes to its front fork and disc brake but otherwise changed little, and was only ever sold in the classic yellow/black livery shared with the Desmo singles. First of a noble line of sporting Ducati v-twins, the 750 Sport is a true landmark machine; much rarer than, for example, the later Mike Hailwood Replica, it is one of the most sought-after of all Ducatis. This highly individual 750 Sport incorporates numerous highly desirable, performance-enhancing modifications including 850cc ‘big-valve’ engine; 40mm accelerator-pump Dell’Orto carburetors; large-capacity competition fuel tank; Pantah-style seat unit; box-section swing arm; ‘upside-down’ front fork; twin front disc brakes; Lockheed calipers; and much more besides. The machine is offered with Certificate of Title.
Designed by the legendary Fabio Taglioni, Ducati’s first road-going v-twin - the 750GT - arrived in 1971. A 90-degree vee, the engine looked like two of the Bologna firm’s bevel-drive overhead-cam singles on a common crankcase (which in essence it was) though the coil valve springs represented a departure from Ducati’s traditional hairpins. The 90-degree layout made for exceptional smoothness and a lengthy wheelbase, a handicap more apparent than real that failed to stop the fine-handling Ducati vees notching up a succession of wins in Formula 750 events, commencing with Paul Smart's famous victory at Imola in 1972. Smart’s bike was based on the 750 Sport introduced that year. Based on the original 750GT tourer, the 750 Sport was an altogether more exciting looking beast and backed up its stunning looks with improved performance courtesy of a maximum power hike from 50 to 56bhp. Built only until 1974, the Sport underwent minor changes to its front fork and disc brake but otherwise changed little, and was only ever sold in the classic yellow/black livery shared with the Desmo singles. First of a noble line of sporting Ducati v-twins, the 750 Sport is a true landmark machine; much rarer than, for example, the later Mike Hailwood Replica, it is one of the most sought-after of all Ducatis. This highly individual 750 Sport incorporates numerous highly desirable, performance-enhancing modifications including 850cc ‘big-valve’ engine; 40mm accelerator-pump Dell’Orto carburetors; large-capacity competition fuel tank; Pantah-style seat unit; box-section swing arm; ‘upside-down’ front fork; twin front disc brakes; Lockheed calipers; and much more besides. The machine is offered with Certificate of Title.
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