Photo: Andrea Lippi
It’d appear the Kraken is done ruling the seas, having moved on to public roads.
While Ducati’s ferocious 750SS may not exactly be your first pick when seeking to undertake a custom cafe racer-style venture, it is certainly one competent machine. This untamed monstrosity is powered by a relentless L-twin DOHC fiend, with eight desmodromic valves and a solid displacement of 748cc. It is capable of producing up to 66 hp at 8,500 rpm, along with 53 pound-feet (72 Nm) of wicked twisting force at 6,500 rpm.
A five-speed transmission is tasked with channeling the engine’s unholy power to the rear 17-inch hoop by means of a chain final drive. This whole ordeal leads to a respectable top speed of 124 mph (220 kph), enabling the 750SS to run the quarter mile in as little as 12.1 seconds at 108 mph (174 kph).
On the other hand, stopping power is taken good care of by dual 320 mm (12.6 inches) discs and two-piston calipers at the front, coupled with a single 245 mm (9.65 inches) brake rotor ad a two-piston caliper at the rear end.
Now, let’s have a look at what Italy’s Iron Pirate Garage managed to accomplish on their bespoke 750SS-based exploit. To be quite frank, this nasty animal brings about some seriously sinister vibes, if you ask me.
The customization process kicked off with the removal of its stock bodywork. Additionally, the original subframe was replaced with a one-off trellis counterpart fabricated in-house. We notice a slim tail section and fresh fuel tank that keeps things looking rad, while a pair of clip-on handlebars and an Acewell speedometer can be seen up front.
You will also find a new set of wheels hugged by beefy Shinko 270 Super Classic tires, as well as a stealthy exhaust system built from scratch. Last but not least, the beast was treated to a menacing satin black finish, complemented by yellow accents.
To give this entity a personality of its own, Iron Pirate Garage named their masterpiece the Kraken.
A five-speed transmission is tasked with channeling the engine’s unholy power to the rear 17-inch hoop by means of a chain final drive. This whole ordeal leads to a respectable top speed of 124 mph (220 kph), enabling the 750SS to run the quarter mile in as little as 12.1 seconds at 108 mph (174 kph).
On the other hand, stopping power is taken good care of by dual 320 mm (12.6 inches) discs and two-piston calipers at the front, coupled with a single 245 mm (9.65 inches) brake rotor ad a two-piston caliper at the rear end.
Now, let’s have a look at what Italy’s Iron Pirate Garage managed to accomplish on their bespoke 750SS-based exploit. To be quite frank, this nasty animal brings about some seriously sinister vibes, if you ask me.
The customization process kicked off with the removal of its stock bodywork. Additionally, the original subframe was replaced with a one-off trellis counterpart fabricated in-house. We notice a slim tail section and fresh fuel tank that keeps things looking rad, while a pair of clip-on handlebars and an Acewell speedometer can be seen up front.
You will also find a new set of wheels hugged by beefy Shinko 270 Super Classic tires, as well as a stealthy exhaust system built from scratch. Last but not least, the beast was treated to a menacing satin black finish, complemented by yellow accents.
To give this entity a personality of its own, Iron Pirate Garage named their masterpiece the Kraken.
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