1998 Ducati 916/996 Drag/Sprint Bike 996cc

A unique and successful Ducati 916/996 Drag/Sprint bike, extensively modified and built using many bespoke custom parts. Much success in the 'Normally-aspirated up to 1,000cc Class' at NSA events along with class wins at Brighton Speed Trials. Huge history/technical file.

ESTIMATE: £4,000 - £6,000

+ buyer's premium of 15% plus VAT (18% incl VAT)

You can choose to bid in the room, by phone, online or via commission.

LIVE AUCTION: This lot will be auctioned on Sunday 22nd February, 2026 at 11.00am local time at Stoneleigh Park, Stoneleigh Rd, Coventry, CV8 2LG

REG NUMBER
NOT REGISTERED

SUMMARY

DESCRIPTION

Built purely for straight line drag and sprint racing, this unique Ducati 916/996 Drag Bike was born from an idea to do something no one else had done
Drag bikes built using Japanese large-capacity, inline four-cylinder bikes are quite common, but no one had converted the exquisite Ducati 916 to compete in this arena
Based around a modified 916 frame and engine, the bike has evolved over the years and now uses a race-tuned 996 engine fitted with 996 crank cases with full 996SPS engine internals, with cylinder heads ported and polished by Moto Rapido, race cams and vernier pulleys
Fuelling is controlled by a modified engine managment system with adjustable chip and a custom-made exhaust system
The bike has been lengthend by changing the headstock angle and fitting a bespoke custom swingarm. An Aprilia RS125 front end was fitted, Ducati Monster forks reduce weight, and the gear change is taken care of by an air-shift push button system with a rechargable air tank fitted under the seat
It has enjoyed much success in the 'Normally-aspirated up to 1,000cc Class' at National Sprint Association events along with class wins at Brighton Speed Trials
Supplied with a huge file of history and receipts for parts used and work carried out, along with instructions for use and results achieved

SPECIFICATION

Lot Number: 816
Make: DUCATI
Model: 916/996 DRAG/SPRINT BIKE
Registration Number: NOT REGISTERED
Frame Number: Not seen
Engine Number: SB51014536

GALLERY

SPECIALIST

Michael McDowell
Motorcycle Specialist
michael@iconicauctioneers.com

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1998 Ducati 916/996 Drag/Sprint Bike 996cc

1998 Ducati 916/996 Drag/Sprint Bike 996cc