The 2013 Ducati Monster 796 is a handcrafted, wonder of a motorbike; one of Ducati’s line-up of ‘roadsters’ which is their versatile and general purpose street motorcycle. A true urban icon, it merged the Sportiness of the 1100 model above it and the Comfort of the 696 below it into one approachable, yet powerful package. Ducati’s location of Bologna, Italy shows itself through the bikes gorgeous exterior, which follows the “less-is-more mentality” while still being a classic Italian eye catching head-turner. The Monster 796 is constructed on a light yet strong frame, weighing in at just 368 lb, which paired with the 58 lb-ft of torque offers up a wonderful and responsive ride, delighting its owner on the ride to work or winding down a back road on a weekend drive. If you are a biker, or want to become one, there is little to go wrong with this “middle ground” motorcycle, a poster for everyday functionality. The bidding for this auction begins January 6 at 11:00 AM with an opening bid is set at $100. Bids go up from there in $100 increments until 11:16 AM on January 13, the auction close time. To place your bid on this great bike, or to find thousands of other great auctions, click here to subscribe to www.governmentauctions.org and receive your FREE 3 day trial!