Completely customized 2011 Ducati 848 Evo. 142 HP, 72 lb-ft of torque.
One off tail made by Arete Americana to blend with the stock fuel tank
that uses a new aluminum subframe. Double Dog Alpha Dog underbelly
exhaust (it is a
rare powder coat black and the system itself is no longer made) to go
with solo seat tail. Loud and aggressive. Completely changes the look of
the bike and substantially reduces the weight while lowering the center
of gravity for better handling.
I previously had the bike with the fairing stripped off and a made into a
streetfighter. I have the headlight mount that was used for the
conversion and all that is needed is another headlight and can go back
to this look. I used a Harley V-Rod headlight which went well with the
look. The last image is a mock up of the streetfighter before it was
completely finished but gives a good idea of what it looked like.
Other modification include:
New EVO Corse black and gray fairings
Dry clutch conversion
CNC brake and clutch levers
CNC handlebar grips
Mirror block off turn signals (got rid of the bulky antler mirrors)
CNC bar end mirror
T-rex frame sliders (custom black)
Integrated LED license plate frame with brake light and turn signals
The bike does have a salvage title. It was laid down a previous owner (I
am 3rd owner) but the good news is it was only cosmetic damage. I have
had no mechanical issues with the bike other than a leak in the radiator
which I replaced a few months ago. I have a set of brake pads that I
have yet to install.
Engine runs great. No issues. Cosmetically, I would say the bike is in good to excellent shape. The paint has a few scratches and dings but it is as expected with a bike that is ridden. There is a larger scratch on the tail that I have included a picture of for reference.Tires only have a few hundred miles on them.
Currently it has the stock map loaded on it but I have the ability to
load the race map ECU if desired. I can show how this is done along with
diagnostic tools and custom mapping if you have the knowledge (I do not
unfortunately). Stock mapping gets me just over 50 mpg if I am
commuting at 75 mph on the highway. Race map drops to about 45 mpg but
had better low end response. Either way its better than any bike in its
category, hands down.
Get the aggressive look of the newer Panigale 899 for a much more
reasonable cost and get the single sided swingarm which really does give
the bike a premium look. Whenever I have it out I am getting questions
about the bike. Very unique, one of a kind.
Lots of hours and love put into this bike. Apparently I have learned
that half of the reson I have a motorcycle is to work on it and make it
unique. I feel this one is what it should be, so time to move on to the
next project.