$16,750
Crawfordville, Florida
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The limited edition Ducati F1 Laguna Seca was built as a tribute to Marco Lucchinelli’s victory at the 1986 Battle of the Twins race at Laguna Seca. A decal of Lucchinelli’s signature appears on the tank. This particular machine is #155 of 200 built. VIN (ZDM3GA3M5HB7500155), engine # (GA3H750046). All were built in 1987. The Laguna Seca is a significant upgrade from the standard F1 with square section Verlicchi swing arm, Gold line 4-piston brakes, 40mm DelOrto carbs, bigger valves, higher compression pistons and the fiercest camshafts ever produced for a road-going Ducati, according to Ian Falloon. Either the importer of this bike, Pro Italia in California, or the first owner, had it painted by Tony Markus in LA (www.tmarkus.com ), supposedly for a Cycle World photo shoot, though I’ve never been able to confirm that. Significant work was performed at the time by Pro Italia including installation of super light Tecnomagnesio magnesium racing wheels (3.5 - 16 front, 4.5 – 16 rear), 320mm Full Floating front GP rotors, stainless steel oil and brake lines, and Ohlins racing rear shock with ride height adjustment. I have the paperwork from Pro Italia detailing the work done. Unfortunately, the original owner did not pass along the stock parts removed. I believe I am the fourth owner of this bike. I have a fairly complete history of the bike including Certificate of Origin from Cagiva, ownership records and maintenance receipts. The odometer reads 17,034km (10,585 miles). Bike is a joy to ride and attracts attention where ever it goes. We spent a significant amount of time on the dyno getting it to run just right. It is loud…music to me, less so for the neighbors. The machine is in excellent cosmetic and mechanical condition. The only cosmetic flaws are a couple of small cracks in the gel coat, a small dent in the muffler, and some stone chips and staining on the belly pan caused by crud thrown up by the front wheel - I’ve included a photo. New battery, timing belts, oil change, clutch and brake system flush. It’s never been down while I’ve owned it. In his July 1985 review, Bob Guntrip of Two Wheels magazine described the F1 as “rude, crude, impractical, anti-social and bloody uncomfortable. It is a jewel beyond price”. While I disagree with the “bloody uncomfortable” part the rest sums up some of the reasons why F1s and their derivatives like the Laguna Seca are so sought after. They are truly unique, iconic motorcycles. Medical issues force sale. Sold as is where it is. Please let me know if you have any questions or desire additional information.
