Ducati 860, 900 and Mille Bible

The bevel-drive 860 and 900 was a significant motorcycle of the late 1970s, evolving into the legendary 900 Super Sport, Darmah, and Mike Hailwood Replica. This book covers every incarnation of the model, with 200 pictures and technical specifications, and is a must-have for any lover of fine motorcycles.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 160 pages
Publication date: 30 June 2021
Publisher: Veloce Publishing Ltd

The bevel-drive 860 and 900 were two of the most remarkable motorcycles of the late 1970s, offering a unique blend of power and handling that was unmatched by any other motorcycle at the time. In 1973, Italian car stylist Giorgetto Giugiaro penned the 860GT, which would later evolve into one of the most iconic Ducati lineups of all time. The square-case 860 was transformed into the legendary 900 Super Sport, the Darmah, and eventually the Mike Hailwood Replica, built to commemorate Hailwood's spectacular comeback victory at the Isle of Man in 1978. The square-case Ducati engine design remained in use for over a decade, sustaining the company during a challenging period in the early 1980s.

This comprehensive book covers every iteration of this iconic model, from the first 860 to the final Mille. It is lavishly illustrated with 200 photographs and includes comprehensive appendices of technical specifications, making it a must-have for any aficionado of fine motorcycles. Ian Falloon, the author of numerous publications on motorcycles, including The Ducati 750 Bible, The Ducati Monster Bible, Ducati 916, and The Ducati Story (now in its 6th edition), brings a wealth of expertise to this book. He also possesses a small collection of classic sporting motorcycles, including a 1975 Ducati 900 Super Sport.

Weight: 610g
Dimension: 207 x 250 x 19 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781787117693