LOT 385

1959 Ducati Formula 3 Replica Registration no. 184 XUA Frame no. 11178 Engine no. 22941

Sold for £7,820 inc. premium

Lot 385

1959 Ducati Formula 3 Replica

The Spring Stafford Sale - The International Classic MotorCycle Show|21 April 2024, 11:00 BST|Stafford, Staffordshire County Showground

1959 Ducati Formula 3 Replica
Registration no. 184 XUA
Frame no. 11178
Engine no. 22941

The charming little Ducati offered here is a meticulously rebuilt and restored machine that has been prepared for endurance competition, in particular the Motogiro d'Italia in which it has competed many times. The work was undertaken around 2007 by a classic Ducati enthusiast who wanted to recreate an authentic replica of a road-legal 125 Formula 3 race bike, but with utter reliability. Indeed, its successful completion of numerous events is testimony to the precise and detailed engineering applied to this bike. It has been converted to 12-volt electrics and fitted with an Electrex 120W alternator and Lucas RITA ignition. Other notable features include a close-ratio gearbox, Surflex clutch, alloy fuel tank, and Akront alloy wheel rims. In preparation for endurance events it has been equipped with a Veglia tachometer, cable-release stopwatch, and duplicate control cables. According to our vendor, compliant suspension, a comfortable seat and a free-revving engine make this machine a delight to ride, while the twin-leading-shoe front brake provides excellent stopping power: "This is a bike that starts first kick every time. A fantastic little pocket rocket with a big bark, which invariably outshines its competitors."

The Ducati is road registered and has recently undergone a thorough health check. Ready to embark on its next endurance road-racing event, it is guaranteed to turn heads wherever it goes. Offered with a V5C document, a spare engine is also available by separate negotiation with the vendor.
Offered with key

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This Lot will be auctioned on Sunday 21 April starting at 11am GMT.

Saleroom notices

Please note the engine has an additional non-factory stamp of 11178.

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