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1974 Ducati 750SS Green Frame

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The 1974 1974 Ducati 750SS Green Frame is a 748cc twin-cylinder sport bike that became one of Ducati's most memorable motorcycles of the 1970s.

Specifications

Engine

Type
SOHC L-twin bevel
Displacement
748 cc
Cylinders
2
Power
70 hp @ 8500 rpm
Torque
60.0 Nm
Compression
—
Bore × Stroke
80.0 × 74.4 mm
Cooling
Air-cooled
Fuel System
2x Dell'Orto carburetors

Chassis & Transmission

Frame
Steel tube trellis
Front Suspension
Telescopic fork
Rear Suspension
Twin shock
Front Brake
Dual disc
Rear Brake
Single disc
Front Tyre
—
Rear Tyre
—
Transmission
5-speed
Final Drive
Chain

Performance

Top Speed
210 km/h (130 mph)
¼ Mile
—

Dimensions & Weight

Dry Weight
188 kg (414 lbs)
Wet Weight
202 kg (445 lbs)
Seat Height
790 mm
Wheelbase
1430 mm
Ground Clearance
—
Fuel Capacity
18.0 L

History & Story

Ducati's 1974 Ducati 750SS Green Frame arrived in 1974 as a sport bike designed for the discerning rider. Produced in Italy, it quickly earned recognition as a capable sport bike from the 1970s.

At the heart of the 1974 Ducati 750SS Green Frame sits a 748cc SOHC L-twin bevel engine producing 70 horsepower at 8500 rpm. The twin-cylinder powerplant features a twin-cylinder layout with air-cooled cooling, fed by 2x Dell'Orto carburetors. Power reaches the rear wheel through a 5-speed transmission and chain final drive.

Weighing 188 kg (414 lbs) dry, the 1974 Ducati 750SS Green Frame uses a steel tube trellis frame, telescopic fork front suspension, and twin shock rear suspension. The braking system comprises dual disc front and single disc rear units.

Performance-wise, the 1974 Ducati 750SS Green Frame achieves a claimed top speed of 210 km/h (130 mph). With a generous fuel capacity of 18.0 liters, it offers reasonable range for sport bike duties. The seat height of 790 mm makes it comfortable for most riders.

Today, the 1974 Ducati 750SS Green Frame is considered an extremely rare and highly prized collector piece, commanding premium prices at auction. Parts availability is rated as difficult, making ownership a dedicated pursuit. It remains an icon of Ducati motorcycling from 1970s.

Known Issues

  • Desmo valve adjustment requires specialist knowledge
  • Bevel gear tower maintenance critical
  • Electrical system (early models use basic components)
  • Dry clutch rattle at idle (character, not defect)

Fun Facts

  • Pristine examples of the 1974 Ducati 750SS Green Frame can command six-figure prices at auction
  • The 1974 Ducati 750SS Green Frame is considered one of the most collectible motorcycles from Ducati
  • The 1974 Ducati 750SS Green Frame is widely regarded as a milestone in motorcycle history

Collector Information

Parts Availability
Difficult
Collector Rating
10/10

Resources & Parts

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