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Why the Ducati 900 Super Sport (1991-97) Became a Classic: Its Transformation into a Bike 'Anyone Could Ride'

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Why the Ducati 900 Super Sport (1991-97) Became a Classic: Its Transformation into a Bike 'Anyone Could Ride' — PHOTO — RIDE HI / © RIDE HI↗ View original

A look back at the Ducati 900 Super Sport (1991-1997). The adoption of Mikuni carburetors, SHOWA suspension, and radial tires transformed what had once been a demanding, high-barrier Ducati into a friendly machine "anyone could ride." From 1991 onward, it became a common sight and a major model in Japan as well.

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Mine Kusagane

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Mine KusaganeMotorcycle History · Classic Bikes Commentary

This bike marks the milestone where Ducati stepped from 'solitary' to 'neighbor.' A Mikuni carburetor, Showa suspension, radial tires - modest changes if you count them, but looking back at history, these realistic choices are exactly what let the 900SS blend into Japan's landscape. Seen in context, a legendary machine is never an isolated masterpiece.