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tel: 7425 406 824Man Cave Cars & Classics
Dover Lane
Dover Farm
Angmering, West Sussex, UK , BN18 9PX
MH Ducati – The Mike Hailwood Legend
Mike Hailwood was a British professional motorcycle racer and racing driver, widely regarded as one of the greatest competitors in motorsport history. A nine-time world champion, he amassed an extraordinary 76 Grand Prix victories, 14 Isle of Man TT wins, and four consecutive 500 cc World Championships. After dominating motorcycle racing, Hailwood transitioned to Formula One and other car-racing categories, becoming one of the rare athletes to compete at Grand Prix level on both two and four wheels. Remarkably, he returned to motorcycle racing at age 38.
In 1978, Hailwood staged one of the most celebrated comebacks of all time, winning the Isle of Man Formula 1 TT aboard a Ducati 900 SuperSport prepared by NCR. This historic triumph led Ducati to release the 900 MHR (Mike Hailwood Replica) the following year.
Few motorcycles enjoy the legendary status of Hailwood's TT-winning Ducati NCR 900F1. Over four decades later, the replicas remain among the most admired Italian classics ever built—capturing the spirit, style, and presence of the original race machine. Ducati made subtle refinements for road use, including a two-piece fairing for easier servicing, Brembo brakes, and Conti silencers, all while staying faithful to the race-bred character.
Our Hailwood Replica came from renowned racer and Italian classic motorcycle expert Pietro Di Marino. With Pietro's help, the bike received a fresh repaint, re-chroming, and a professionally detailed engine. The result is a beautiful and authentic example of an iconic Italian racer.
For Sale
Offered for sale is this 1983 Ducati 900 MHR, showing 38,899 miles, expertly presented by Man Cave Bikes.
This particular example carries even greater significance thanks to its registration number:
MHR 900R — an especially important and desirable plate, included with the bike.
Additionally, 1983 marks the end of an era, as this model was the last of the kick-start Ducatis before the introduction of the later electric-start versions—machines that became known for their reliability issues. Purists and collectors alike consistently favour these earlier, more robust kick-start models.
📞 Call Jon on 07368 109 327
🚚 Nationwide delivery available — just request a quote.
Specs
- Engine
- 863
- Mileage
- 38,899
- Stock
- 64
Highlights
- Top 10 Key Points
- 1983 Ducati 900 MHR (Mike Hailwood Replica) – highly sought-after classic Italian superbike.
- 38,899 miles – well-presented, well-cared-for example.
- Includes the desirable registration plate: MHR 900R – rare, meaningful, and valuable.
- Last of the kick-start models – before Ducati introduced the more troublesome electric-start versions.
- Inspired by Mike Hailwood's legendary 1978 TT comeback victory on the Ducati NCR 900F1.
- One of the most iconic Ducati models ever built, capturing the spirit of the historic NCR race bike.
- Comes from Italian classic motorcycle specialist Pietro Di Marino, with repaint, re-chroming, and engine detailing completed.
- Features Ducati's usability upgrades: two-piece fairing, Brembo brakes, and Conti silencers.
- Expertly presented by Man Cave Bikes – known for high-quality classic and collector machines.
- Nationwide delivery available – call Jon on 07368 109 327 for details or a quote.
Description
MH Ducati – The Mike Hailwood Legend
Mike Hailwood was a British professional motorcycle racer and racing driver, widely regarded as one of the greatest competitors in motorsport history. A nine-time world champion, he amassed an extraordinary 76 Grand Prix victories, 14 Isle of Man TT wins, and four consecutive 500 cc World Championships. After dominating motorcycle racing, Hailwood transitioned to Formula One and other car-racing categories, becoming one of the rare athletes to compete at Grand Prix level on both two and four wheels. Remarkably, he returned to motorcycle racing at age 38.
In 1978, Hailwood staged one of the most celebrated comebacks of all time, winning the Isle of Man Formula 1 TT aboard a Ducati 900 SuperSport prepared by NCR. This historic triumph led Ducati to release the 900 MHR (Mike Hailwood Replica) the following year.
Few motorcycles enjoy the legendary status of Hailwood's TT-winning Ducati NCR 900F1. Over four decades later, the replicas remain among the most admired Italian classics ever built—capturing the spirit, style, and presence of the original race machine. Ducati made subtle refinements for road use, including a two-piece fairing for easier servicing, Brembo brakes, and Conti silencers, all while staying faithful to the race-bred character.
Our Hailwood Replica came from renowned racer and Italian classic motorcycle expert Pietro Di Marino. With Pietro's help, the bike received a fresh repaint, re-chroming, and a professionally detailed engine. The result is a beautiful and authentic example of an iconic Italian racer.
For Sale
Offered for sale is this 1983 Ducati 900 MHR, showing 38,899 miles, expertly presented by Man Cave Bikes.
This particular example carries even greater significance thanks to its registration number:
MHR 900R — an especially important and desirable plate, included with the bike.
Additionally, 1983 marks the end of an era, as this model was the last of the kick-start Ducatis before the introduction of the later electric-start versions—machines that became known for their reliability issues. Purists and collectors alike consistently favour these earlier, more robust kick-start models.
📞 Call Jon on 07368 109 327
🚚 Nationwide delivery available — just request a quote.
