Ducati 750 Sport reviews

This is my first Streetbike, rode dirtbikes for 10 years. This bike is outstanding. I haven't had the oppitunity to take it to the track, but summer is rolling around. I am still doing mods to it. It is an awsome handling bike. Show less

I've had the 750SS for almost a year now and I think its one of the most underated bikes. I've had nothing but enjoyable miles and the lean angles on this bike is just tremendous. It just gives you so so much confidence when riding. Though my helmet gets flopped around alot, the bike is ROCK stable when buffetted by strong sidewinds; this even though the bike is rather tall. Power output is adequate and not intimidating. How fast can you go anyway in normal street and back roads riding? It is just a joy to ride. I weigh about 185 pounds. The complaints I have is the clutch which can be a pain after long riding in traffic. The clutch can also be very snatchy at low gears. Finally, the 750SS has so much road presence compared to most other bikes. People look and stare, drivers pull closer at the stops to get a look. Believe me, this bike looks beautiful in the sun, in the person. Sounds so cliche, but photos do not capture the subtleties of the design. The Supersport definitely is a Bike with stacks of character and involvement. Been sounded many times before by Duc owners, but the fact is for all its inadequacies, you know that you are riding something very simple and yet very special. Show less

This bike was the realization of I dream I had had since I was a kid. A brand new Ducati, ready to scream out of the box, and at less than eight grand. When the 2001 750 sport appeared, I thought that it was great that Ducati was finally dropping their eliteist mentality and offering a sport bike for real people. Lets face it, not every rider is at the 998 (or 999 as the case will soon be) level, and those poor working class stiffs like me would rather spend $20K on a vehicle that is built with more than a "monoposto". Still, I had been and still am a ducatisti to the bone. No one else out there even comes close to the soul or substance of the "duke". When the model introduced injection, I was at the dealer within a week. So far the bike has proven nearly peerless, but with the few issues I will explain, which in any event seem for the most part common to every ducati. First the worst..... The engine, though it is a 750cc puts out like an asthmatic japanese 600. I don't know why the italians can't seem to squeeze more hp out of the "pantah" twin, but it seems perpetually stuck in the mid 60 hp range and don't expect that to change too soon. Related to this is the exhaust sound a stock US spec supersport makes out of the box. Best explainable as not pretty. Luckily, there is a great looking and sounding fix for both problems, a set of carbon slip-ons and a new chip, courtesy of several companies who will gladly take another grand or more from you (Termis are the best, and most expensive fix). The only other major complaint anyone should have seems an across the board problem evident in all newer ducatis, and that is one of the cheapest seats in the business. This lightly padded plank is as good as garbage, and if you dont believe me try a 100-plus mi. ride and feel the numbness set in. Add a Corbin leather seat here and you have a perfect package. The 750 sport is ready to take on whatever role you ask of it, and you will feel as comfortable riding to and from the track as you do racing it there with some minor mods. These ducks are rock solid at speed, and features like brembo goldline brakes cannot be had on comparible bikes at any cost. Anyone who told you that Ducs have poor reliability is LYING. Any abused bike will have mech. problems. If you take good care of your Italian mistress...... You know the rest. Show less

This bike was the realization of I dream I had had since I was a kid. A brand new Ducati, ready to scream out of the box, and at less than eight grand. When the 2001 750 sport appeared, I thought that it was great that Ducati was finally dropping their eliteist mentality and offering a sport bike for real people. Lets face it, not every rider is at the 998 (or 999 as the case will soon be) level, and those poor working class stiffs like me would rather spend $20K on a vehicle that is built with more than a "monoposto". Still, I had been and still am a ducatisti to the bone. No one else out there even comes close to the soul or substance of the "duke". When the model introduced injection, I was at the dealer within a week. So far the bike has proven nearly peerless, but with the few issues I will explain, which in any event seem for the most part common to every ducati. First the worst..... The engine, though it is a 750cc puts out like an asthmatic japanese 600. I don't know why the italians can't seem to squeeze more hp out of the "pantah" twin, but it seems perpetually stuck in the mid 60 hp range and don't expect that to change too soon. Related to this is the exhaust sound a stock US spec supersport makes out of the box. Best explainable as not pretty. Luckily, there is a great looking and sounding fix for both problems, a set of carbon slip-ons and a new chip, courtesy of several companies who will gladly take another grand or more from you (Termis are the best, and most expensive fix). The only other major complaint anyone should have seems an across the board problem evident in all newer ducatis, and that is one of the cheapest seats in the business. This lightly padded plank is as good as garbage, and if you dont believe me try a 100-plus mi. ride and feel the numbness set in. Add a Corbin leather seat here and you have a perfect package. The 750 sport is ready to take on whatever role you ask of it, and you will feel as comfortable riding to and from the track as you do racing it there with some minor mods. These ducks are rock solid at speed, and features like brembo goldline brakes cannot be had on comparible bikes at any cost. Anyone who told you that Ducs have poor reliability is LYING. Any abused bike will have mech. problems. If you take good care of your Italian mistress...... You know the rest. Show less

This is my seventh bike and definitly not the fastest I've owned (GSXR750) But, I have to say this gets more attention anywhere I go. I've added the Sergeant's seat, K&N breather filter micron carbon fiber pipes and flush turn sigs in front. In the rear I have the fender eliminator kit from http://www.evoluzione.net/. It works great and was easy to install. All in all I love my first Ducati and reccomend it highly. It may not be a screamer like some asian bikes but it is loads of fun and looks SWEET! Show less

Ducati has a reputation of building first-class motorcycles however upon purchasing my 750 SS only two months ago I'm disappointed. Not only have there been extensive warranty problems the dealership has been anything but helpful. That is why I'm buying a Gixxer 1000. Show less

I've had this bike for three months now. This is my first sports bike and I've gone through a lot of different phases with this bike. First I was nervous about having a sports bike. Then I got used to it and was now addicted to the speed and the handeling. I want more power and more speed though, so I was kind of kicking myself for not getting the 950 sport. In the next few days I'm buying exhaust, chip , K and N Air filter, and I'm also changing the back sprocket to a 42T. Hopefully this will wake up the sleeping monster. I love the way this bike handels, I'ts just amazing. One thing that I don't like is the 750 sport only has a single front disk brake. The brakes are nothing to brag about. I'll probably end up buying another disk brake for the front at about $800. Screw it, It's worth it! Show less

Unbelievable! Just at about 1000Kms on my new 2000 750SS and loving it! Can't get enough, I just want to ride her all the time, day and night! Not too mention all the looks and questions I get everyday, and no I don't mind talking about my Ducati. In fact my Japanese motorcycle riding friends are getting sick of me signing Ducati's praises. Ha! Ha! Show less

Bought bike new in summer of 99. Red half fairing. Beautiful. Now have about 4000 mi on it. Have had zero reliability problems. Handles well, decent power for around town and short trips. Has good midrange but little top end. Somewhat more comfortable after FBF bar risers installed. Still no fun in Seattle traffic with forward lean over the bars and the stiff clutch. But on an open country road it is excellent. Thinking of upgrading to a 900SS or ST2. Show less

I like this bike. It's my first real street bike and it handles well. As stated in another review, the ride is somewhat uncomfortable, but it's decent when you figure out a good riding position. The power is moderate, but plenty for me. The kickstand is like a straw with a spring on it, but I'm starting to trust it. The speedometer and tach are situated well, but the mirrors are not great. I recently took this bike on a trip to PA which was 4.5 hours each way. The bike did great. No problems with over-heating or anything. I was tired as hell, but it was a good ride. I shopped around quite a bit before I bought this bike. If you're looking for a good bike with a moderate price, this may be the bike for you. Lastly, I am always looking for people to ride with. If you're in the Baltimore area, drop me a line and we'll hit the streets. Show less