From a press release issued by Ducati North America:

DUCATI NORTH AMERICA ANNOUNCES SPECIAL FINANCING ON SPORT TOURING AND SUPERBIKES THROUGH MAY 31ST.

Now is the opportunity to own a 2003 Ducati 749 for payments as low as $249 per month*. Or if you are more suited to Sport-Touring, a 2002 Ducati ST4S is only $260 per month*. These are two examples of the special 3.99% APR financing available on Ducati Superbikes and Sport Touring motorcycles. Ducati models eligible for this program include new 2003 749, 749S, 999, and 999S motorcycles as well as new 2001-2003 ST2, ST4, ST4S, and ST4S-ABS bikes.

This is the chance to join the revolution and ride away on the choice of World Champions – the Ducati Superbike. They are the most advanced family of twin-cylinder motorcycles ever produced. Dealers still have a limited supply of 2003 Superbikes between $13,495 to $22,995 that are eligible for the 3.99% APR, 60 month financing.

If you’d rather enjoy the comfort and performance of a Ducati Sport Touring motorcycle, 2001-2003 ST models also qualify for the financing program. Payments on a 2002 ST4S are as low as $260 per month* for qualified customers. Begin the journey on your new Ducati today.

Also speak with your dealer about including up to $2,000 of financing for popular Ducati Performance accessories and apparel suited to either the Superbike or Sport Touring motorcycles.

This program is effective March 1st , 2004 through May 31st , 2004 at your local Ducati dealer. Call 1-888-DUCATI 2 or visit www.ducatiusa.com to locate the nearest Ducati dealer.

*Financing subject to Tier I credit approval through E*TRADE Consumer Finance Corporation; not all applicants will qualify. Financing rates and terms may vary based on credit qualifications and are subject to change without notice; 60 monthly payments of $18.41 per $1000 borrowed with a 10% down payment. May not be combined with any other offer; void where prohibited. Offer good through May 31, 2004, on all new and untitled 2003 749 BIP, 749 S, 999 Mono, 999 BIP and 999S models and on 2001-2003 ST2, ST4, ST4S, and ST4S-ABS models. Offer may be discontinued or extended without prior notice. See participating U.S. Ducati dealers for details (not available in Puerto Rico).