Discover Ducati’s limited-edition Formula Sport 73, a tribute to the iconic 1973 750 Super Sport Desmo. Learn specs, design, and how to reserve yours today.
Ducati has unveiled the Formula Sport 73, a limited‑edition masterpiece that celebrates the mythic 1973 750 Super Sport Desmo. Crafted at the company’s Borgo Panigale headquarters, the bike is capped at 873 units for global distribution, echoing the original production run.
Honouring a Classic
The 750 Super Sport Desmo was essentially a race‑ready copy of the 750 Imola Desmo, a machine that helped Paul Smart and Bruno Spaggiari win the 200 Miglia di Imola in 1972. That European endurance race later evolved into the Formula 750 series, a direct ancestor of today’s World Superbike category.
Design Roots in the Scrambler Café Racer
The Formula Sport 73 builds on the chassis of the Scrambler Café Racer, adding a distinctive front cowl that mirrors classic café‑racer styling. Its metallic silver and emerald‑green paint scheme recalls the original “blue‑frame” racing livery. A 4.3‑inch colour TFT display and LED lighting give the bike a modern cockpit, while a subtle yellow stripe down the fuel tank pays homage to the unpainted stripe on the 750 Imola Desmo, allowing riders to gauge fuel level at a glance.
- Rizoma‑supplied racing‑style components: brake lever, integrated oil‑tank shift lever, foot‑pegs, and fuel‑tank cap.
- Silver‑green dual‑tone finish with vintage graphics.
- LED headlamp and instruments.
Heart of the Machine: V‑Twin Desmodue Engine
Under the tank sits an air‑cooled 803 cc V‑twin Desmodue engine, delivering 73 hp at 8,250 rpm. The powertrain is paired with Ducati’s DCT (Ducati Connect Transmission) for seamless traction‑control, corner‑entry ABS, quick‑shift up/down, and two selectable riding modes.
Production, Pricing and Availability
Ducati has kept the price under wraps, but the Formula Sport 73 is slated for release in the first quarter of 2026. With only 873 machines worldwide, the bike is positioned as a collector’s dream for enthusiasts who appreciate heritage and cutting‑edge performance.
Stay tuned for official pricing and how to secure your own piece of Ducati history.