From a press release issued by Ducati:
Ducati presents the 999R
Ducati is close to the start of the new Superbike season, and with it comes the new jewel of production: the 999R, successor to the victorious 998R.
Powered by the amazing Testastretta 999cc, 139 HP (bore 104 x stroke 58.8mm), the motorcycle boasts state-of-the-art componentry, making it truly the king of Superbike:
- Full carbon fibre fairing
- 5 spoke Y aluminium alloy forged rims
- Radially mounted front brake calipers
- Magnesium alloy head light support
- Silver number plate on the steering head
The bike is supplied with a Racing Kit that includes: 102 Db exhaust mono-silencer (no cat), CPU; rear paddock stand, dedicated bike cover.
The 999R, complete with certificate of authenticity, will be sold exclusively online in a limited edition run of no more than 800 units.
Reserve your 999R from the beginning of December, 2002!
“Key in hand” price will be 30,000 Euro (racing kit included).
WARNING: this price only refers to European countries within the Euro area. Soon more information will be available about custom, luxury and VAT taxes as well as transportation costs for other countries.
For more information on the 999R please visit www.ducati.com