[Ducati] bike purchase advice needed

[Scott Taylor]

I own a number of singles but am looking to add a modern bike to my garage.  I don't know much about the newer bikes so I need some input about this particular bike for sale.  I've included all the info the seller listed on Craig's List.  What size is this bike?  I can't quite make it out from the photos, but it appears to be a 998?  Is this a good bike?  Is there a better choice for a first-timer?  998, if that's what it is, is bigger than I was thinking of going - I had a 749 in mind - but the price is attractive.  Comments please and thank you!

Scott


>1999 Ducati Desmoquatro - Must sell. Mint condition Ducati. Less then 6000 miles. Just had the 6000 mile service done to it. Brand new tires. Purrrs like a dream. $5500  

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