Genuine, OE, OEM, Original and aftermarket Ducati parts ???

by admin on February 7, 2018

What are the differences between Genuine, OE, OEM, Original and / or Aftermarket parts…?

Searching for spare parts to upgrade, restore or service your bike you’ll often see the above jargon. This in itself isn’t a problem, however these terms are often used interchangeably or actually misused which causes lots of confusion. But, is it really that hard to distinguish OE from OEM parts? No, it isn’t but there are some things to think about since our bikes (like us) also get older.

Ducati 916 SP…. Genuine or not…… Part 3

by admin on February 3, 2016

To conclude with the most forgotten “item”……

Back in the days…… Ducati’s late ’80s and early ’90s.

Cagiva, yep Ducati’s biggest rival from Varese (Italy) bought Ducati in 1985. Luckily the Ducati brand was far better better recognized outside Italy so Cagiva kept it alive.

Ducati 916SP…. Genuine or not…… Part 2

by admin on February 2, 2016

Recognizing a genuine Ducati 916SP, without all the formal stuff….

From the outside there are some differences with a standard 916, also called 916 Strada, but we can imagine people don’t notice the differences as the most special “work” is done to the engine. To give you a quick overview please find a list of Ducati 916 SP characteristics below:

Ducati 916SP…. Genuine or not…… Part 1

by admin on February 2, 2016

How about a genuine Ducati 916 SP

In the early ’90’s Sir Massimo Tamburini designed the Ducati 916 which was introduced to the public at the Milan Motor Show in late 1993. The Ducati 916 became a icon and is probably the most famous Ducati model since Ducati’s founding in 1926.