Photo: Unikat
When’s the last time you’ve seen a classic 750GT dressed up as Bologna’s priceless 748cc SuperSport?
Look, I’ve nothing but love for the Polish aftermarket artists over at Wroclaw’s Unikat Motorworks, and if flawlessly modified two-wheelers happen to be your thing, I’m sure you’ll feel the same way. Take, for instance, the workshop’s ominous BMW K1100LT-based warrior, or perhaps their drool-worthy body kit for Triumph’s Bonneville T100. Now, if these mechanical brutes don’t soothe your moto-loving gearhead soul, then I honestly don’t know what will.
The rolling masterpiece we’ll be admiring today is a classic Ducati 750GT that’s been transformed into a magnificent 750SS replica. Since this donor is a valuable piece of motorcycle history, each and every one of Unikat’s tweaks are reversible, giving its owner the ability to convert his marvel back to its original state whenever he pleases. Let’s see what’s at hand here, shall we?
Bologna’s timeless gem is powered by a four-stroke SOHC L-twin mill that packs a displacement of 748cc. At 7,700 revs, the air-cooled engine is fully capable of delivering 57 horses to a five-speed transmission, which hands the oomph to the rear wheel via a chain final drive. The 750GT prides itself with a generous top speed of 124 mph (200 kph).
Poland’s moto doctors kicked things off at the front end, where they installed a fresh headlight module and Fehling clip-on handlebars, as well as a SuperSport replica fairing with retro vibes. Next, the pros undertook the painstaking task of manufacturing a unique tail section resembling that of a 750SS, while the machine’s wiring harness has been tweaked to keep it looking nice and clean.
Furthermore, the Unikat team added a single-seater leather saddle they’ve upholstered in-house. Since they fitted the desired aesthetic, 750GT’s factory fuel tank, fenders and side panels have all been retained. To round things out, the Italian beast was honored with a handsome two-tone color scheme, complemented by white pinstripes. If you ask me, the firm’s less-is-more approach on this exploit does a wonderful job at demonstrating the sheer level of masterful craftmanship that’s at work on their premises.
The rolling masterpiece we’ll be admiring today is a classic Ducati 750GT that’s been transformed into a magnificent 750SS replica. Since this donor is a valuable piece of motorcycle history, each and every one of Unikat’s tweaks are reversible, giving its owner the ability to convert his marvel back to its original state whenever he pleases. Let’s see what’s at hand here, shall we?
Bologna’s timeless gem is powered by a four-stroke SOHC L-twin mill that packs a displacement of 748cc. At 7,700 revs, the air-cooled engine is fully capable of delivering 57 horses to a five-speed transmission, which hands the oomph to the rear wheel via a chain final drive. The 750GT prides itself with a generous top speed of 124 mph (200 kph).
Poland’s moto doctors kicked things off at the front end, where they installed a fresh headlight module and Fehling clip-on handlebars, as well as a SuperSport replica fairing with retro vibes. Next, the pros undertook the painstaking task of manufacturing a unique tail section resembling that of a 750SS, while the machine’s wiring harness has been tweaked to keep it looking nice and clean.
Furthermore, the Unikat team added a single-seater leather saddle they’ve upholstered in-house. Since they fitted the desired aesthetic, 750GT’s factory fuel tank, fenders and side panels have all been retained. To round things out, the Italian beast was honored with a handsome two-tone color scheme, complemented by white pinstripes. If you ask me, the firm’s less-is-more approach on this exploit does a wonderful job at demonstrating the sheer level of masterful craftmanship that’s at work on their premises.
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