Why is the 996 SPS the best of them all

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  • เผยแพร่เมื่อ 20 ต.ค. 2024
  • Running down the history of the Ducati 996 lineup, how to tell a real SPS and, in my opinion, why the 996 SPS is the apex of all the Tamburini bikes!

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  • @AK-ri7rn
    @AK-ri7rn 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Great taste in machinery, good man

  • @gianmarcobadrutt420
    @gianmarcobadrutt420 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Incredible...what a coinsidence!!! my 916 SPS has the number 063, too!!! But she lives and drives thru the Swiss Alps...un caro saluto 🤘💪👍😍

    • @thekingmezger
      @thekingmezger  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Gian Marco Badrutt ahah incredible!!! Sisters from far away! Ciao

  • @omgwtflmaololrotfl2368
    @omgwtflmaololrotfl2368 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Dream life you have. 2 of the best Superbikes in my opinion and you have 911 Turbo.

  • @poucxs9246
    @poucxs9246 3 วันที่ผ่านมา

    I just checked the local ducati dealer here in my region. They have one for sale for 22.300 euros.

  • @noelagostonkovacs4475
    @noelagostonkovacs4475 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I see you have good taste 2 996’s in the driveway, I love the car better, but I always think about to drive a bike as well

    • @thekingmezger
      @thekingmezger  4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Noel Ágoston Kovács thanks yes 996 is a magic number!

  • @burtsterable
    @burtsterable 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Really enjoying the videos and I too own and share the love of the 996 sps 👍

  • @joaoa13portugal
    @joaoa13portugal 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I know this video is about the 996 bike, but the best thing shown is actually the 996 car (996 Turbo in the driveway)
    Absolutely beautiful car

    • @thekingmezger
      @thekingmezger  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks! 996s are amazing cars!

  • @993GT3
    @993GT3 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Loving your channel! I’ve got a 996S, 900SS SP and a 1999 Carrera. Similar toys!

  • @landmarkadventureco.5519
    @landmarkadventureco.5519 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Beautiful bike, I can definitely hear your Texas accent!

  • @lordfabri
    @lordfabri ปีที่แล้ว

    Yes , She is the Queen of all bike. And if You notice the design, still no bike of today, including new Ducati can beat her. She is just an Art Work.

  • @karlsumner5594
    @karlsumner5594 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Wonderful bike!

  • @nta9371
    @nta9371 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Beautiful bike, i got one too #143x

  • @presstodelete1165
    @presstodelete1165 ปีที่แล้ว

    I used to have a 996 engined Foggy replica, now a 996 biposto and the SPS versions are a different animal.

  • @radium75
    @radium75 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Air intake isn't carbon on sps, it airbox is though.
    As you show is a personal upgrade. Also rims are different between 99 and 00 ;)

    • @thekingmezger
      @thekingmezger  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Desmo you sure about the rims? I think between 916SPS and 996 SPS sure but I thought all 996 SPS had Marchesini

    • @radium75
      @radium75 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@thekingmezger nope, besides the Showa forks for the ' 99, rims were black whereas those on the '00 were grey (anthracite). I have a little doubt about weight though, can't remember if '00 were a little lighter or if I'm mistaken.

    • @thekingmezger
      @thekingmezger  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Desmo ah yes, color wise they were different, I agree. Still Marchesini. I’d be curious to learn about the weight if you fond out. Cheers

  • @kispeterlaszlovertexltd181
    @kispeterlaszlovertexltd181 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Beautiful, perfect bike. :)

  • @williamnation8671
    @williamnation8671 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    My shop just bought 2 SPS from original owner. I’d like to talk to you about them. One has miles the other is an 18 digit VIN and no miles. Bill Nation Pro Italia Motors Glendale CA

  • @posuprstar
    @posuprstar 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great bike and video! How does it compare to your 999R? Iconic styling aside of course

    • @thekingmezger
      @thekingmezger  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      posuprstar thank you! You really need to wrestle her in the turn while the 9R is easier to lean down and forgives more hesitations. But once it is in the turn it feel like it’s on a rail. Engine wise, the 9R is faster to gain RPMS but it feels as if the SPS has more “curve”, more torque. I hope it makes sense?!

    • @posuprstar
      @posuprstar 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      The Italian Pursuit makes sense thanks! Assuming the 9R is more comfortable too? What about sound? I’ve heard some 9R clips and it also sounds like a beast.. game for you: 916 SP, 996SPS, 999R what if you could only keep one? :)

    • @thekingmezger
      @thekingmezger  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      posuprstar i have a surprise video for you then... a new entrant!

    • @thekingmezger
      @thekingmezger  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      posuprstar sound wise, the 999R with the racing Termignoni wins hands down. The term “intoxicating” i find it to be appropriate.

    • @posuprstar
      @posuprstar 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@thekingmezger looking forward to it!

  • @kurtovesen2975
    @kurtovesen2975 ปีที่แล้ว

    my brother has one low milage and in mint condition. with the nicest sound ewer.

  • @bettalica9505
    @bettalica9505 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Very far king nice bike paesano Saluti da Wesr Australia W Bologna e la F

  • @lyciad8002
    @lyciad8002 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    the best 750 ss

  • @hum..1
    @hum..1 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Dream garage

  • @TaiPassionGP
    @TaiPassionGP 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I must admit this bike at a first sight, seems to a 998 R.

    • @thekingmezger
      @thekingmezger  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Tiger 131 true, i felt the same way!

  • @ploglet
    @ploglet 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I thought an SPS always came with Ohlins forks?

  • @bettalica9505
    @bettalica9505 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Bellissima paesano W Bologna