Ducati 999R Fila 200th Win Limited Edition

Ducati celebrates its 200^th win in the World Superbike Championship with a limited edition production run of 200 special versions of the Ducati 999R in the official livery of Team Ducati Fila 2003.

Combining technology and innovative design, top level components, sophisticated aerodynamics and a winning tradition, the 999R FILA offers all "ducatisti" the chance to experience the same emotions as Ducati factory riders on the track.

Ducati began its incredible World Superbike winning streak in 1988: currently 18 riders have taken the highest spot on the podium thanks to a Ducati race-bike.

The 200^th win for Ducati was achieved by British rider Neil Hodgson on May 18th, 2003 at the Monza circuit on a Ducati 999F03.

The 999R FILA comes in exactly the same colour scheme as the Ducati 999F03 raced in the World Superbike Championship. The Ducati-Fila clothing collection also reflects the great sporting tradition of these two legendary Italian brands.

Ducati and Fila: a partnership exemplifying the best of technological innovation and Italian style.

• Based on the 2004 999R
• Full Fila/Ducati Corse WSBK graphics, preinstalled and clear-coated
• Carbon fiber side and upper fairing
• WSBK-inspired braced swingarm
• Deep-sump, short-stroke 999R engine with 146 hp
• Magnesium head covers and headlight support
• Öhlins front fork with radial calipers, Öhlins rear shock, and Öhlins steering damper
• Forged aluminum wheels
• Price: $24,995 MSRP (USD)

999R Fila Styling

This model has the same design as the 999, but all the bodywork parts are formed from exotic carbon fiber. The choice of carbon fiber is part of the specific effort to reduce weight, which also led to the adoption of magnesium for several components, including the front headlight support. To finish off the exclusive design of the 999R Fila there is a limited edition numbered plate, affixed to the top triple clamp.

Chassis

True to its racing inspired origins, the 999R Fila is fitted with the bestpossible components. The Marchesini wheels are made from forged aluminum alloy. This is the same process used in the production of racing wheels, creating a wheel of higher torsional rigidity and lower weight. The wheels on the 999R Fila 2004 weigh 3.2 kilos less than those of the 999 and 999S, and one kilo less than the previous R series model. This means a marked reduction in the un-sprung weight and the moment of inertia, which improves handling.

Like the wheels, the brake and suspension systems are top-of-the-line race quality products. The brake system consists of discs mounted further outward for better cooling, radial mounted four piston/four pad brake calipers, and brake master cylinders with an integrated reservoir. The rear shock absorber and fork are by Öhlins, adjustable for pre-load, plus rebound and compression damping. The 43-millimeter diameter fork stanchions have a titanium-nitride treatment for improved suspension. This model also comes equipped with a fully adjustable Öhlins steering damper.