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Designed by the legendary Fabio Taglioni, Ducati's first road-going v-twin - the 750 GT - arrived in 1971. Lacking the resources of larger rivals from Japan, Ducati made the most of what it already possessed to create one of the all-time great motorcycles of the post-war era. 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.

Based on the original 750 GT 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 Ducati's. Only 1,625 were made - the majority between 1973 and 1974 - with a handful built for Australia in 1978.

Offered from a Swiss collection, this exceptional Ducati is reported by the private vendor to have been restored to concours condition by the workshop of Dominik Ellenrieder, the former racing driver, renowned restorer, and respected collector of historic motorcycles and motor cars.

Purchased by the current owner from the prestigious Dominik Ellenrieder collection following the completion of its restoration, the motorcycle was acquired in its present concours condition. While detailed restoration records do not accompany the machine, the quality of the workmanship is evident throughout. Furthermore, the Ducati has not been ridden since the restoration was completed.

This machine, with the aforementioned frame and engine numbers, is listed in bevelheaven.com's register of known 'Round Case' examples.

The machine is offered with a photocopy of its Austrian Bescheid uber die Einselgenehmigung, (Decision Regarding Individual Vehicle Approval), which translates as: "Following an inspection conducted on 16 April 1975, it was determined that the vehicle complied with the Austrian Motor Vehicle Act 1967 and related regulations. Therefore, the vehicle was approved under Section 28 of the Act. This document confirms that the motorcycle is a 1975 Ducati 750 Sport, frame no. 756633, engine no. 756850, originally approved in Austria." Later pages of this document contain official registration and ownership entries, including registrations and de-registrations in Austria between approximately 1975 and 1986, with references to owners, addresses, registration numbers, and official stamps.

Following a period of inactivity, this motorcycle will require recommissioning and/or restoration to a greater or lesser extent before returning to the road and thus is sold strictly as viewed. Prospective purchasers should satisfy themselves with regard to this motorcycle's completeness, history, authenticity, originality and mechanical condition prior to bidding. The current odometer reading is 21,808 kilometres.

One of Ducati's most significant and desirable models, the 750 Sport combines Taglioni engineering, rarity, iconic styling, and direct links to the marque's racing heritage, making it highly prized by collectors today.
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