LOT 22

1962 Ducati 250cc Café Racer Registration no. 507 XVS Frame no. DM250 82021 Engine no. DM250 15491

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Lot 22

1962 Ducati 250cc Café Racer

Motorcycles Online - The Summer Sale|15 June 2026, 12:21 BST|Online, Milton Keynes

1962 Ducati 250cc Café Racer
Registration no. 507 XVS
Frame no. DM250 82021
Engine no. DM250 15491

Designed by Fabio Taglioni, Ducati's first overhead-camshaft single - the 100 Gran Sport - appeared on the racetrack in 1954 and soon proved unbeatable in its class. A pair of 175cc roadsters was introduced for the 1956 season, the sports version of which was capable of more than 80mph, an astonishing achievement at the time and one that helped establish the 'giant killing' reputation long enjoyed by Ducati's miniature masterpieces. In 1959 the engine capacity was increased to 200cc (actually 204cc) for the Elite and 200SS models and then in 1961 came the first road-going 250, the Diana. Developed from a successful production racer, the sporting newcomer sold as the 'Daytona' in the UK and could be ordered with a race kit for track use. The kit boosted engine power and raised top speed from 84mph to the magic 'ton', demonstrating a potential for further development that would be fully realised by the Daytona's successor - the legendary Mach I.

First UK registered in October 2021, this Ducati Café Racer is an older restoration by a previous owner. The machine is offered from a small private collection and has been dry stored, the engine being turned over regularly. 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.
Offered with key

Footnotes

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