Post Listing Update: This MH900E did not meet reserve despite 28 bids up to $20,100 on eBay.
The MH900E started as a sketch from the legendary Pierre Terblanche. Ducati decided to post a survey on their website to see if its passionate fans would actually buy a production version. 300 people said yes, so Ducati decided to build…2,000 of them. That’s confidence. Continuing the website-based theme, Ducati offered the bikes for sale online – the first time any motorcycle manufacturer sold directly to the consumer. The first 1,000 bikes sold out in 31 minutes.
The MH900e used the engine from a 900SS (75 horsepower) but the lower gearing and fuel injection from a Monster 900, helping acceleration figures. A couple of interesting features did not make the jump from concept to production, including exhaust-integrated rear turn signals and a rearview camera/display. Owners were given a matching red paddock stand, plaque, and t-shirt, all of which incorporated the production number of their specific bike.
As the seller notes, there’s not much to say about a bike that’s only covered 87 miles. It’s claimed to be in “as delivered” condition both cosmetically and mechanically. The only unexpected part is the ANT Racing rear view camera…which makes no sense to me on a bike that basically has never been ridden. Maybe it was the owner’s way of trying to get closer to the concept bike! The sale includes the owner’s manual and two stands, but there’s no mention of the other collectibles such as the plaque and t-shirt.
Find this MH900E for sale in Pleasanton, California with bidding up to $15,100