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this bike doesn't have the original seat. the original seat shape that flares up at the rear is a vital part of the bikes styling. here's a pic-
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paint the bike darker red and make or buy the correct seat. I think darker red paint would look better. if a custom seat was fabricated to replicate the original, you could exaggerate the upswept rear but only slightly. you could cover it in RED tuck-n-roll . install vintage red grips and this tail light then park it in my living room free shipping right this instant-
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red assed Italian sun of a bitch grip-
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the perfect most beautiful Ducati. no other Ducati could possibly look better.
Good catch on the seat.
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