800SS (2002 - 2005) reviewBasic 2-valve air cooled motor with 1 extra horse over the standard Sport model Visordown Updated: 19 Sep 2018 Share BrandDucatiCategoryRetroEngine Capacity748ccPrice£6,440.00ProsLovely thumping engine and cheaper running costs.ConsHeavy clutch and lack of Ducati-cred.Tags:MPGpricereviewfor saleforumspecstop speedspecificationsbhphorsepowerpicturesExhaustsParts & Spares Previous Article 748 R (1999 - 2003) review Next Article 851 Strada (1987 - 1990) review Related Articles MotoGP Yamaha names Jack Miller’s replacement for 2027 MotoGP season Road Racing 2027 TT: Could Michael Dunlop’s plans include the Panigale V4 R? MotoGP VR46 completes first MotoGP signing of 2027 New Bikes Kawasaki reveals light change to modern classic W230 Road Racing “It keeps misfiring”: Peter Hickman reveals cause of repeat issues at Classic TT General Ducati 998RS faster than Valentino Rossi’s 2002 MotoGP bike goes up for saleLatest Reviews Motorbike Honda CB1000F review: Honda’s most convincing retro bike yet 20/08/26 Gear Akaso 360 review: Is it a rival for the Insta360? 30/06/26 Motorbike Still naughty by nature, or has the 790 Duke grown up? 22/06/26 Motorbike Suzuki's SV650 finally gets the update it deserved 22/06/26 Gear Alpinestars Tech-Air 5 Plasma review: the best plug-n-play motorcycle airbag solution? 13/06/26Sign up for The Visordown NewsletterYour information will be used in accordance with our Privacy Policy. Leave this field blank More Reviews Gear Oxford's £340 adventure suit has become my go-to kit in 30°C heat 09/06/26 Gear Three boots in one: Eleveit X Privilege E-Dry Enduro review 08/06/26 Road Test This Chinese bike is super cheap; is it worth it? 08/06/26 Motorbike CFMoto 1000MT-X review: More than just a budget ADV? 01/06/26 First Ride You can’t afford not to buy Hero’s new dual sport 23/05/26