Ducati 749 999 Fairings
About the Ducati 749 & 999
The Ducati 749 (749cc) and Ducati 999 (999cc) are the twin-cylinder superbikes Ducati built from 2003 to 2006, succeeding the legendary 916/996/998 line. Designed by Pierre Terblanche, they carried a distinctive, controversial single-headlight face and Ducati’s signature trellis frame with a single-sided swingarm. The 999 was a serious World Superbike contender and a street-legal version of a race bike, while the 749 brought the same character to a smaller, more manageable package that more riders could exploit. Owners replace the fairings during restoration or after a track incident, since OEM panels are costly and a fresh set returns a scarred bike to its sharp look.
The 749/999 generation is loved precisely because it is uncompromising. The engine is a proper L-twin with a hard, urgent delivery, and the chassis is focused. That focus means these bikes see tracks, and tracks mean the occasional off, so replacement bodywork is part of ownership. A correct fairing set in Ducati Red or a race replica is the key to making a 749 or 999 look as intent as it rides, which is why the demand for these kits stays strong.
749 / 999 Generations & Year Ranges
Both models ran from 2003 to 2006 with one core body shape across the standard, S, and R variants. The 749 and 999 share the same overall fairing architecture, though the 999’s larger engine means some side-panel details differ around the exhaust. Confirm your model (749 or 999) and year, then open the matching category for kits cut to that body. There is no major internal year split, but the model matters for the side panels.
The common confusion is with the earlier 916/996/998 and the later 1098/1198, which all look like Ducati superbikes but use different panels. Check the single round headlight and the VIN, and compare your current fairing with the product photos. Ordering for the correct generation means the upper fairing meets the headlight and the tail seats around the exhaust as it should.
Popular 749 / 999 Styles & Liveries
The defining look is Ducati Red, the livery every Ducati superbike is known for and the most requested for these bikes. The Michael Jordan Motorsports and Factory race replicas in red, white, and black are popular with owners who want a competition look that suits the 999’s track pedigree. A smaller number of bikes left the factory in grey or yellow, which now read as collector colours.
What’s Included in the Kit
A 749/999 fairing kit includes the upper fairing, the left and right side panels, the lower belly pan, the tail section, and the front fender, plus the inner panels around the L-twin. Some sets add a windscreen and tank cover, and the panels are colour-matched across the set. The single-sided swingarm and exhaust route differ by model, so the kit is moulded to follow the engine and the undertail layout.
Fitment: Make Sure You Pick the Right Year
These fairings are moulded for the 2003-2006 749/999 body, which differs from the earlier 916/996/998 and the later 1098/1198. Confirm your model from the VIN and the single round headlight, then choose the matching category. The kits use pre-drilled OEM points, and a dry fit before final tightening confirms alignment, especially around the headlight and the undertail.
Frequently Asked Questions
Will these fit a 996? No, the 916/996/998 use earlier bodywork; this kit is for the 2003-2006 749/999.
Are they pre-drilled? Yes, holes are pre-drilled to the OEM mounting points for direct bolt-on fitment.
How long is production and shipping? Production takes 10-15 business days, then 15-20 by air or 20-25 by ocean.
Can I return an unused kit? Uninstalled kits in original packaging can be returned within 14 days; you pay return shipping.
Do you offer Ducati red? Yes, the factory Ducati Red scheme is available as a ready-made painted option.
Is hardware included? A matched bolt kit is included free with every complete set.
