We have been introducing quite a few Radical Ducati models in recent months, and the reason for that is that this bunch of Spaniards definitely know their way around a Ducati.
The Madrid-based workshop led by founders Pepo Rosell and Reyes Ramon has already gifted us with such masterpieces as the fierce RAD 02 Imola, the all-thrills no-frills Ducati 900 Supersport Matador, the scary Vendetta (as well as some non-Ducati creations such as the Dirt-RAD and Pata Negra), so, whenever we get the news that they are about to release a new model, we are all ears.
This time around, they have dropped the minimalistic approach that characterizes most of their latest production in favour of a more racing-oriented take, and what they have come with is once again pretty awesome: meet the Radical Ducati 7½ Sportiva, based – you guessed it – on the glorious Ducati 749R.
The overall aesthetics of this model are somewhat reminiscent of the old Laverdas and are wittingly focused on a vintage vibe that is largely emphasized by that head-lamp, bolted on the front fairing in seemeingly hasty way.
The carbon fiber bodywork has been created by Radical Ducati itself, while other highlights include a new fork from Swedish master Ohlins and braking system courtesy of Brembo.
The whole list of mechanical interventions is available after the jump, but if you want to know more about the 7½ Sportiva and the whole Radical Ducati production, you can also take a look at their official website.
7 ½ SPORTIVA by Radical Ducati-Donor bike : 749 R’04-RAD 02 montjuich aluminium front bracket modified.
-RAD 02 montjuich aluminium rear subframe.
-Hand made licence plate support.
-Montesa rear light.
-749 R original fuel tank.
-RAD 02 fiberglass montjuich solo seat.
-RAD fiber glass front fairing.
-10 cm diameter front light with high/low beam , endurance type.
-RAD blinkers.
-LIPO Batery.
-Repositioned electrical wiring, ECU and regulator.
-Ohlins front fork-Ohlins rear schock-Rear brake caliper go down position-SP regulable ergal footrest-Carbon fiber front mudguard-Carbon fiber rear mudguard-Carbon fiber side swingaram protectors-Carbon fiber belt covers-Carbon fiber water pump protectors-Magnesium head covers-EVR CTS antihoping clutch-EVR slave piston-Brembo radial calipers,rotors-Brembo PR 19 radial brake pump-Quick open throttle Acossato-WOLFMAN 2 in 1 exhaust system with SPARK omologated megaphone-Modified air funnels-749 R engine
