The Ducati 916 needs no introduction. Widely considered to be the definitive superbike of the 1990s, it is known for being as beautiful to look at as it is to ride. The star of countless music videos, films and lifestyle advertisements, the 916 made a tremendous impression and became loved by bikers and nonbikers alike.
This film looks at the Ducati 916 SPS released to homologate the new 996cc engine for Superbike competition. The previous 916 crankcases maxed out at 955cc and the SPS featured reinforced crankcases, wider case mouths and stud spacing to match. As a precursor to the Ducati 996, the 916 SPS was an impressive machine.
The Ducati 916 SPS is just as much of a thrill today as it was in 1997. Experience the most iconic motorcycle of the era in this detailed review.
Shot with Paul Brace at Proper Bikes: http://properbikes.co.uk
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